The book features a diverse array of short stories that explore the complexities of life in London through the lens of contemporary authors. Each narrative presents unique themes and perspectives, often delving into unconventional or thought-provoking subjects, making for a captivating and sometimes challenging reading experience.
A genre-busting, progressive Vatican thriller. What happens when everything you know is thrown into doubt? And you're the Pope? The recently elected Irish Pope Patrick has plans for his future Church. Then he is attacked in St Peter's Square. Cardinals turn against him. Shocking revelations threaten his traditional status and his faith. In this novel where nothing is as it seems, Catholicism and modern morality are held in tension. Pope Patrick has to face challenges and make choices he could never have imagined.
"Develop the writing know-how that will keep your readers hooked. Do you have an idea for a novel (or a poem, or an article, or a play) that you'd love to finally get down on paper? Whatever your aim, inside you'll find the advice and support to get you started and keep you going. From preparing a writing work-space to marshalling your material into both fiction and non-fiction genres, this book has everything you need to help you unlock your creativity and make your writing sparkle. Pick and choose between genres, gather the materials you need and develop the right routines."--Global Books in Print
A gripping mystery unfolds when Vicar Richard Page witnesses a man, fatally wounded and without identification, collapse during a service. As the man's body mysteriously vanishes from the morgue, Page becomes obsessed with uncovering his identity, leading to conflicts with the police, his superiors, and even his wife. This novel delves into themes of love, faith, and madness, transforming a traditional whodunit into a haunting exploration of obsession and belief, culminating in a chilling conclusion.
This is the sixth anthology of new writing to result from the biennial London New Writing Competition, on the theme of Hidden London. This collection will feature the six winning new stories submitted by previously unpublished Londoners, together with new work by prominent London authors including Diran Adebayo, Nicola Barker, Romesh Gunesekera, Hanif Kureishi, Sarah Hall and Andrea Levy.