DHH News Roundup 5th - 18th August 2024
Anna Jacobs
Congratulations to Anna Jacobs, who last week saw the paperback of the first in her new ‘Eastby End’ series, The Nurses of Eastby End published (Hodder & Stoughton). A gripping and totally unforgettable saga.
Richard Swan
Also released in paperback was The Trials of Empire (Orbit) in paperback, the third in Richard Swan’s epic ‘Empire of the Wolf’ fantasy trilogy.
Louise Swanson
Louise Swanson will be launching the release of her second dystopian thriller, Lights Out (Hodder & Stoughton), in London on Thursday 5th September, at an event alongside Janice Hallett.
Click here to book your tickets.
Eva Björg Ægisdóttir
The third and fourth books in Eva Björg Ægisdóttir’s ‘Forbidden Iceland’ series, Night Shadows and You Can’t See Me (Orenda Books), have been sold to Nouvion Trade Sociedad Anonima in Hungary.
Erin Green
Erin Green’s latest heartwarming and feel-good novel, Retreat to the Lakeside Cottage (Headline), was released last week.
Frances White
The debut novel by Frances White, Voyage of the Damned (Michael Joseph, January 2024), has been given a fantastic starred review from Booklist:
“This bold debut novel sparkles with delicious reveals, rich characters, and strong world building, and fans of both mystery and fantasy will be excited to get their hands on it.”
Victoria Selman
The paperback for Victoria Selman’s All the Little Liars (Quercus) was released last week. A chilling look at sisterly love and toxic friendships.
David Goodman
We were delighted that author James Swallow has blurbed David Goodman’s forthcoming debut, A Reluctant Spy (Headline, September 2024):
“An excellent debut with terrific pace, David Goodman’s A Reluctant Spy will grip you to the end.”
Emma Orchard
Our final book released last week was the spicy regency romance, What the Lady Wants** by Emma Orchard (Boldwood Books). Perfect for fans of Bridgerton!
Gareth Brown
Brazilian rights for Gareth Brown’s Sunday Times top ten bestselling debut, The Book of Doors (Transworld, February 2024), have been sold to Cultural Livros E Editora.
Amelia Ireland
Finally, congratulations to Amelia Ireland, whose debut novel, The Seven O’Clock Club, has been sold to Bonnier imprint Black & White.
Sam Humphreys preempted UK & Commonwealth rights from Emily Glenister for six figures, and the book will be published in April 2025.
To read the full announcement, click here.
*deal done by Abi Fellows at The Good Literary Agency
**deal done by Diana Beaumont at Marjacq Scripts