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Author set to sign her latest novel

A north Shropshire author will be signing copies of her latest book, A Mother’s Guide To Cheating, in Whitchurch later this month.


Showing off a God sense of humour

After a career spanning almost 40 years and including an appointment to the embassy in Cambodia shortly after it had been sacked by a violent mob, you get the feeling nothing much fazes Sir Leslie Fielding.


Book maze plan for town park

A labyrinth made out of 6,000 books is set to be created in Shrewsbury’s Quarry park next month as part of a major festival.


Derek’s only book on town’s pubs

Shrewsbury’s Derek Row reckoned that as he was only ever likely to write one book, he may as well make it a good one.


Memories of flying in Malayan conflict

Former Shrewsbury mayor George Richey outlines his experiences and adventures as an Army pilot providing close support for troops engaged in the Malayan Emergency 50 years ago in a book called “Wings Over Malaya.”


First book from former teacher

This is a brilliant first book from a former Shropshire primary school teacher, traveller, poet, actor and artist. And now Carole Carr from Ludlow can definitely add “children’s novelist” to her list of many talents.


Festival’s sponsor plea

Organisers of the 13th annual Wellington Literary Festival are looking for sponsors in a bid to attract top names to the event. Last year’s line-up included newsreader George Alagiah.


Party for children’s book festival

The organisers of Shrewsbury’s Children’s Bookfest are holding a party next month to mark its 10 year anniversary.


Surprise capture of wartime exploits

Janet Baines had a surprise gift on her 90th birthday – a hardback, professionally published 125-page book about her eventful life compiled by her daughter.  


Businessman launches first novel

A former Shropshire businessman and journalist hopes to break into the literary world with his first historical novel, Libertas, which goes on sale this month.  

Businessman launches first novel

Our Pam’s first crack at writing a novel

One thousand six hundred and 67 words each day, for 30 days. I started the month thinking it would be quite easy. After all, I spend all day at work writing stories, so I didn’t think I’d have much difficulty.


Editor’s tribute to cryptic king Roger

Record-breaking Shropshire crossword compiler Roger Squires is named as one of the Daily Telegraph’s six greatest cryptic crossword setters in a new book.

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