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Ann Baker

    January 1, 1923

    Anne Baker trained as a nurse in England, but after her marriage lived in Libya and Nigeria before returning to Birkenhead, where she worked as a health visitor. She now lives with her husband in Merseyside.

    The Price of Love
    Through Rose-Coloured Glasses
    Legacy of Sins
    A Labour of Love
    John
    The Vermont Plays
    • 2023

      A surprisingly funny inquiry into the complexity of suffering, and what it means to desire in a body that's failing you. UK premiere at the National Theatre, London.

      Infinite Life
    • 2021
    • 2020

      Echoes from the Soul

      An insightful collection of Poetry

      This collection of poetry delves into the depths of human emotion and experience, offering readers a reflective journey through themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Each poem resonates with authenticity, inviting contemplation and connection. The work stands out for its lyrical beauty and profound insights, making it a compelling read for those seeking to explore the echoes of their own souls through the written word.

      Echoes from the Soul
    • 2019

      The Orphan's Gift

      • 384 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      When all seems lost, will her mother's legacy keep her safe? THE ORPHAN'S GIFT is a poignant and heart-warming Liverpool saga by Anne Baker, not to be missed by fans of Katie Flynn and Annie Groves.

      The Orphan's Gift
    • 2018

      The Antipodes (TCG Edition)

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      The highly anticipated new play from the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of The Flick.

      The Antipodes (TCG Edition)
    • 2018

      A group of people sit around a table theorising, categorising and telling stories. Their real purpose is never quite clear, but they continue on, searching for the monstrous. Part satire, part sacred rite, Annie Baker's play The Antipodes asks what value stories have for a world in crisis.

      The Antipodes
    • 2018

      A Lucky Sixpence

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      With the war looming, will their luck run out? A LUCKY SIXPENCE is a dramatic and heart-warming Liverpool saga by Anne Baker, not to be missed by fans of Katie Flynn and Annie Groves.

      A Lucky Sixpence
    • 2017

      The Visitors

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Set in the 14th century, the narrative explores a woman's quest to reshape a world that has been influenced by a catastrophic shift from the 21st century. As she navigates the complexities of her new reality, the story delves into the intricacies of the human brain and the notion that remnants of the past can linger, shaping the present. This unique blend of historical fiction and speculative elements invites readers to ponder the impact of lost knowledge and the potential for change across time.

      The Visitors
    • 2017

      At 64, Anne embarks on a transformative journey after raising her family, pursuing a Master's degree in Educational Psychology. Her decision to join the Peace Corps marks a bold departure from her conventional life, illustrating her desire for adventure and personal growth. This narrative highlights themes of reinvention, courage, and the pursuit of purpose later in life, showcasing how it's never too late to embrace new challenges and experiences.

      Grandma 64 Joins the Peace Corps and Lands in Namibia
    • 2017

      A View Across the Mersey

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      3.6(29)Add rating

      Anne Baker's dramatic Liverpool saga, A VIEW ACROSS THE MERSEY, is set between the First and Second World War and is sure to appeal to fans of Katie Flynn and Annie Groves.

      A View Across the Mersey