Shirley Bell Books

A huge welcome to this, the first print issue of The Blue Nib. Editors, Dave Kavanagh and Shirley Bell, feel that the magazine has come a very long way in a little over a year and we are very excited to be moving into this quarterly format, alongside our continuing e-zine presence at thebluenib.com. Inside you will find the announcement of winners of the latest Chapbook contest, Number 3, with some of the winning poems. The magazine also features exciting new poetry, fiction and essays.

Delving into the speculative background of a modern literary phenomenon, this book explores the historical and archaeological contexts that inspired Dan Brown's best-selling novel. It examines ancient documents, interpretations, and the life of Jesus Christ, offering readers a deeper understanding of the themes that provoke questioning of established beliefs. The author, a former university English department head and publishing director, provides a thoughtful and engaging analysis that appeals to those intrigued by the intersections of history and fiction.

A profound collection of poems about love, faith, struggle and the pain of loss.