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Simon Edge

    Drawing on a background in philosophy and journalism, Simon Edge writes with a distinctive comedic voice and satirical edge. His novels explore the intricate intersections of art, faith, and human nature, often reimagining historical figures and their rivalries through a modern, satirical lens. Edge skillfully blends profound themes with witty observations, offering a unique perspective on enduring human conflicts and motivations.

    In the Beginning
    Anyone for Edmund?
    The End of the World Is Flat
    • 2023

      A satirical novel inspired by two iconic real-life court cases - one in Tennessee in the 1920s, the second in London in 2022 - which takes aim at modern crank beliefs and herd behaviour.

      In the Beginning
    • 2021
    • 2020

      A comedy about the rediscovery of the body of England's ancient patron saint, St Edmund, and a misguided attempt by an ambitious politician to exploit the find for her own ends

      Anyone for Edmund?