Joanne Harris Books

An indispensable guide to the craft of writing and business of publishing from one of our bestselling and most versatile authors.

A bold and ambitious thriller exploring how women can feel invisible as they grow older—and what happens when they decide to take back control.Bernie Moon's ambitions and dreams have been forgotten by everyone, even Bernie herself. At nineteen she was full of promise, but now, facing fifty and going through the menopause, she's a fading light. Until the murder of a woman in a local park unlocks a series of childhood memories, and with them, a talent that she has hidden all her adult life. What happens when the frustrations and power of an older woman are finally given their chance to be revealed? Filled with growth and redemption, revenge and visibility, friendship and self-discovery, Broken Light is an explosive new thriller that challenges our notions of womanhood and power.

A book of chocolate lore and recipes from around the world that can bring a touch of magic to your kitchen.

Vianne Rocher opens a chocolate boutique in the French village of Lansquenet, directly across from the church. Father Reynaud sees her as a threat to his congregation, raising questions about the conflict between the Church's solemnity and the allure of chocolate.

In My French Kitchen bestselling author Joanne Harris , along with acclaimed food writer Fran Warde, shares her treasured collection of family recipes that has been passed down from generation to generation. All the classics are Quiche Lorraine, Moules Marinière, Coq au Vin, and Crème Brûlée, plus anentire chapter devoted to French chocolate, including cakes, meringues, and spiced hot chocolate.

Following the success of My French Kitchen, bestselling author Joanne Harris and Fran Warde present a deliciously simple collection of recipes that draw inspiration from the rural markets of Gascony and emphasize rustic, fresh flavors and a relaxed, tossed-together style. From large, lumpy tomatoes bursting with taste, to sun-ripened melons, to goat cheese rolled in fresh herbs, and to locally produced organic honey, this is food as nature intended.

"The toymaker who wants to create the perfect wife; the princess whose heart is won by words, not actions; the tiny dog whose confidence far outweighs his size; and the sinister Lacewing King who rules over the Silken Folk. These are just a few of the weird and wonderful creatures who populate Joanne Harris's first collection of fairy tales"--

Anouchka, Madame Douazan, Great-Aunt Simone... These are not characters from one of Joanne Harris's novels, they are the inspiration for a mouth-watering celebration of French cuisine. For, like Framboise, the heroine of Five Quarters of the Orange, Joanne Harris has family recipes that have been passed down through the generations, and she shares them with us now. From Grandmother's Festival Loaf to traditional French classics like Moules Mariniere or Daube of Beef, The French Kitchen is a tantalizing collection of casseroles, soups, roast, salads, tarts and sweets.A collaboration between a writer who loves food and a former chef who loves writing about food, The French Kitchen gathers together simple yet stylish recipes from the heart of a French family.

This anthology features a collection of unusual sea tales from various acclaimed UK writers, showcasing a range of imaginative narratives. Among the contributions is Joanne Harris's folk tale "The Selkie," which adds a rich cultural element to the collection. Each story explores the mysteries and wonders of the sea, offering readers a diverse and enchanting literary experience.

When Vianne Rocher receives a letter from beyond the grave, she has no choice but to follow the wind that blows her back to Lansquenet. But returning to her old home, Vianne is completely unprepared for what she is to find there. Women veiled in black, the scent of spices and a minaret on the bank of the river.