Stephen Hunt Books

Stephen J. Hunt, award-winning publican and the founder of Hunt Hospitality, turns his 30 years of buying, renovating, and selling pubs into an easy-to-read, practical guide on how to turn a poorly performing business into a highly profitable one. From the early days of formulating an idea, to raising money and recruiting employees, to fending off competitors, you'll discover the wisdom, practical tools, and tips you need to take control over your business, turn it around, and live the life you've always wanted.

After narrowly escaping the gallows for a bank robbery gone wrong, Jack Keats is pressed into service in the Royal Aerostatical Navy aboard a run-down airship, with a seemingly mad captain, on its way to the deserts of Cassarabia.

Jacob Carnehan rescued his son from slavery but he may have started a war – one in which he is hopelessly overmatched – and his wits and ruthlessness will only take him so far.Carter Carnehan has gone from slave to revolutionary – but what will his ideas be worth when they come under fire?The Carnehans are about to find out…

Set in the final years of the 18th century, this narrative unfolds in a transformed Europe where society clings to small islands of safety amid the enchanting yet perilous wilderness known as the Tumble. The story explores the tension between civilization and the wild, highlighting the fears and struggles of those who seek refuge from the vast, mysterious forests that threaten their existence.

A tale of high adventure and derring-do set in the same Victorian-style world as the acclaimed The Court of the Air and The Rise of the Iron Moon. A secret grave enough to kill for… The isolated island of Jago is the only home Hannah Conquest has ever known. But her carefree existence comes to an abrupt halt when her guardian, Archbishop Alice Grey, is brutally murdered. Someone desperately wants to suppress a secret kept by the archbishop, and if the attempts on Hannah's own life are any indication, the killer believes that Alice passed the knowledge of it onto her ward before her head was separated from her neck. Meanwhile, a deadly power struggle is brewing on Jago. And as Hannah digs deeper into the mystery Alice left behind, assisted by two rather different detectives, she must race to unravel a chain of ancient riddles in order to save not just her own life, but her island home itself…

The sixth thrilling tale of adventure from the master of steampunk literature, set in the world of The Court of the Air.

Sometimes taking revenge is no comfort at all . . .

From the author of The Court of the Air and The Kingdom Beyond the Waves comes a thrilling new adventure set in the same Victorian-style world. Perfect for fans of Philip Pullman and Susanna Clarke.

Carter has been kidnapped. Enslaved. But he's determined to fight to the end. Jacob is a pacifist. His family destroyed. He's about to choose the path of violence to reclaim his son. Their world has changed for ever. Between them, they're going to avenge it.

Set in the same universe as "The Court of the Air," Hunt's third novel is a thrilling yard of perilous quests, dastardly deeds, and deadly intrigue.

A hugely engaging adventure set in a Victorian-style world - a fantastical version of Dickens - that will appeal to fans of Susanna Clarke and Philip Pullman. Two orphans are more than they seem. And one megalomaniac will stop at nothing to find them...

Exploring the intersection of LGBTQ sexualities and religion, this collection features essays from diverse interdisciplinary perspectives. It highlights how various aspects of religiosity influence the lived experiences of LGBTQ individuals and their quest for spiritual 'safe spaces.' The contributors engage in critical discussions that illuminate the challenges and affirmations faced by sexual minorities within religious contexts, making it a valuable resource for understanding these complex dynamics.

Set in the final years of the 18th century, the story unfolds in a Europe transformed by an enchanted wilderness known as the Tumble. In this strange world, communities seek refuge on small islands of safety, isolated from the mysterious and boundless forests that threaten their existence. The narrative explores themes of survival and the tension between civilization and the untamed natural world.