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Book Reviews transferred to my weekly QVC blog
Since 2019 most of my weekly book reviews have taken place on my weekly QVC blogs. Hope you can find them there. https://stories.qvcuk.com/author/debbie-flint/ search -…
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book of the week - Claire Dyer's The Last Day
A fabulous author who has achieved something quite extraordinary in over 90% of five star reviews on this enchanting tale. I picked this since Claire… -
book of the week - The Reckoning by John Grisham, and Stylist Mag Top 10 for 2019
It’s been a while due to not driving so much and being rushed off my feet with Xmas and so on, but here’s the latest… -
Book of the Week - Past Tense (Jack Reacher 23) by Lee Child
He's back with another stonker - Lee Child brings us another adventure with Jack Reacher - one of the most successful fiction characters of all… -
Book of the Week - The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred Year Old Man by Jonas Jonasson
Book of the Week - The Accidental Further Adventures of the Hundred Year Old Man OMG this looks brilliant! Remember The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed… -
Book of the week - Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty.
Book of the week Nine Perfect Strangers by Liane Moriarty. Very excited that just out this week is another one by Liane Moriarty, the number… -
book of the week - Lethal White by Robert Galbraith
Book of the week – Strike is back! Lethal White, by Robert Galbraith (aka J. K. Rowling in her crime writing alter ego) is out… -
Book of the Week - Jane Corry's The Dead Ex
Book of the week – what a great book I’ve just bought. From the Freelance Media Group meeting I went to this week, we heard… -
Book of the Week - The Key to Rebecca by Ken Follett - just out!
Book of the Week is the new one from Ken Follett. Regulars will know I love his Pillars of the Earth etc, historical series. So… -
book of the week - the Code girls by Daisy Styles
Book of the Week - as I mention on my latest QVC blog, this new audiobook takes us back to WW2 again, a period I've… -
book of the week - The Stranger by Kate Riordan
What a brilliant cover! The Stranger by Kate Riordan is my latest must-read for the summer. The way she weaves her wartime tale is very… -
Writing as Therapy
Writing For Therapy Many of us have dreamed of taking time out to write our memoirs, our first novel or a book of poetry. Perhaps… -
Book of the Week - Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig
It’s an unusual one this week, and it’s my choice because of a tweet that I received. ‘Reasons for Staying Alive’ by top author Matt… -
Book of the Week - Truly Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty
Well having just finished The Husband's Secret and having loved every page of it, my next choice had to be another from Liane Moriarty. I… -
Book of the Week - The Husband's Secret by Lianne Moriarty
Book of the Week – Omg it’s a smashing one! I don’t know about you but I loved – LOVED – Big Little Lies. Well… -
Book of the Week - Cross Her Heart by Sarah Pinborough
Book of the Week – it’s a fabulous author whom I have adopted as one of my regular must-reads – Sarah Pinborough. Her novel Behind… -
Want to write your first novel? Or edit your fifth? On Writing is book of the week
AT our writers' retreat in Devon guests are often asking basic questions about how to write a novel. I've only written a few and I… -
Book of the Week - Together by Julie Cohen, Tips for Writers, and what it's like to have a Richard and Judy Book of the Month
Amazing book mentor and award winning author Julie Cohen's superb novel Together is this week's book of the week. Julie has inspired a whole generation… -
book of the week - Jackie Kabler's The Development
~Yay! My colleague and lovely mate from QVC, Jackie Kabler is back on track with the third in her Cora Baxter mysteries. I liked Jackie's… -
book of the week - Jackie Kabler's The Development
~Yay! My colleague and lovely mate from QVC, Jackie Kabler is back on track with the third in her Cora Baxter mysteries. I liked Jackie's… -
book of the week - Where the Light Gets In - Lucy Dillon
Book of the Week - Lucy Dillon is one of my favourite authors. I love the way she makes me really care about what happens… -
book of the week - Dead Cold, by Louise Penny - bk 2 of 11
Book of the Week - this week it’s book 2 of the series set in Canada, nr Quebec, and the hero is an inspector who… -
book of the week - Still Life by Louise Penny, book 1 of 11
Book of the Week – Still Life by Louise Penny It was time to get my teeth into a series again, so when Still Life… -
book of the week - Let me Lie by Clare Macintosh
Just read a thrilling psychological drama from Clare Macintosh called ‘Let me Lie’ – this week my book blog reviews the latest tense novel from… -
Book of the Week - Why We Sleep
Book of the Week. This was recommended to me by one of our lovely regulars, and my friend, Jill Dowding Walker. It is called ‘Why… -
Book of the Week - Why We Sleep
Book of the Week. This was recommended to me by one of our lovely regulars, and my friend, Jill Dowding Walker. It is called ‘Why… -
Book of the Week - Anatomy of a Scandal by Sarah Vaughan
This week's choice is Anatomy of a Scandal by Sarah Vaughan. About a woman who has to protect her family from the lies that might… -
book(s) of the week - Little Teashop of Horrors AND award winning short by Jane Lovering
Another top story from one of my fave witty romcom authors, Jane Lovering. Jane is fresh back from this week's RONA awards (Romantic Novelists' Association… -
Book of the Week - 'The Shadow of the Soul' - Dog-faced Gods book 3 by Sarah Pinborough
The thing about finding an author you love, and a book in a series, is that you can immediately download the next one as soon… -
book of the week - This Could Change Everything by Jill Mansell
If you fancy a good read, lovely Jill Mansell’s ‘This Could Change Everything’ is out – and it’s another super family relationship drama with a… -
Book of the Week - A Matter of Blood by Sarah Pinborough; & episodic podcasts for running; and the latest from Retreats for You
Deep within Sarah Pinborough's mind must lie something truly scary. And genius. Her book 'Behind Her Eyes' had such an amazing twist, I made it… -
Book of the week- the Late Show by Michael Connelly
I have to admit I got this because I thought it was about a TV programme in Hollywood. Lol. Nevertheless I got into it once… -
AJ Pearce makes it to Guardian faces of fiction 2018 & THE HUSBAND HUNTERS
Book of the week and AJ's on the list of Guardian new faces of fiction 2018! So happy for my talented author pal. Well done… -
book of the week - Three Things About Elsie
Book of the Week this week is all about the brilliant second novel from Joanna Cannon – author of ‘The Trouble with Goats and Sheep.’… -
book of the week - an advance copy of April debut 'Dear Mrs Bird'
It is with absolute joy that I nominate as Book of the Season, 'Dear Mrs Bird.' Launching on april 5th, it's currently on pre-order on… -
book of the week - Fingersmith by Sarah Waters; and tackling writer's block by Julie Cohen
Book of the week – still enjoying ‘Fingersmith’ – Victorian for pick pocket – about a case of fraud and subterfuge in 1860s England, love,… -
Apprentice - no, the other one! An Audible original.
In the week that the Apprentice on telly nears its logical conclusion, this one popped up on recommendations. Am still loving listening to last week's… -
Book of the Week - Columns of Fire by Ken Follett
Ohhhhh I love my regular authors when they bring out the next book in a series! So it's time for me to dip into the… -
Book of the Week - The Furthest Station by Ben Aaronovitch
Another genius performance on audiobook from one of my top five narrators ever - and Ben Aaronovitch's book is yet again brought to life in… -
Book of the Week - Jack Reacher #22 - The Midnight Line by Lee Child
This week I am over the moon with my favourite ex-military cop Jack Reacher's latest from Lee Child. The hardback is out at same time… -
Book of the week — Covent Garden in the snow - Jules Wake’s Amazon bestseller!
It always makes me very proud to say things like this. My writing mate Jules, a fellow student from the superb Julie Cohen workshops, is… -
book of the week - Hubble Bubble by Jane Lovering
Really enjoyed this rom com romp from talented and witty author Jane Lovering. Jane is on my 'must-read' list, whereby I watch out for new… -
Free anthology of Hallowe'en short stories on ebook; & Win a spooky paperback
2 Free Hallowe'en EBook! Talking of Amazon, go over to Amazon at the end of October for your free ebook version of this anthology of… -
Book of the Week - Origin by Dan Brown - and a freebie spooky short story anthology for hallowe'en!
One of the biggest blockbuster authors is back! Origin, the new Dan Brown is what I'm currently listening to on audiobook and I can already… -
Book of the week - 'this was a man' - Archer
just finishing the final (7th) Clifton Chronicles – This Was A Man. I have really enjoyed them. Jeffrey Archer is such a superb storyteller and… -
WIN A FOUR NIGHT STAY AT RETREATS FOR YOU, retreats for writers, Devon.
Look! we are pleased to be sponsoring a competition to win a four night stay at Retreat’s For You in conjunction with the Stroud Writing… -
WIN A FOUR NIGHT STAY AT RETREATS FOR YOU, retreats for writers, Devon.
Look! we are pleased to be sponsoring a competition to win a four night stay at Retreat’s For You in conjunction with the Stroud Writing… -
Book of the Week - Cometh the Hour (Clifton Chronicles 6)
Well I can easily say this guy knows how to tell a tale, since I'm now into my sixth DECADE of the same families in… -
Books of the week/month - Clifton Chronicles continued
It's a long time since I just couldn't stop reading/listening to a book - but Jeffrey Archer, master storyteller, kept me hanging on every page… -
book of the week - Jeffrey Archer's Only time Will Tell (book 1 of the Clifton Chronicles)
Only Time Will Tell by Jeffrey Archer. I used to read Jeffrey Archer books years ago and spotted this one. Since it’s set partly in… -
Audiobook of the Week - 'Together' by Julie Cohen - get yours free here
Okay I finished it. I have to tell you that 'Together' by my amazing book doctor /mentor /friend Julie Cohen, is outstanding. Such a clever… -
book of the week - 'A Christmas Wish' by Erin Green
to come "A warm, funny, uplifting new writer to celebrate!’ KATIE FFORDE. 'A lovely story of self discovery. It was heart felt and emotional and… -
book of the week - How to Stop Time - Matt Haig
Really enjoyed this audiobook - there are so many accents that the narrator was key. Mark Meadows did a very good job, albeit a little… -
book of the week - the Jagged Line by Carolyn Mahony
I've just a popped a little review on Amazon having read my pal Carolyn's new book which I bought this week. It's a long awaited… -
free audiobook short from Rivers of London author, and Camino Island by John Grisham is Book of the Week
What about this freebie audiobook from brilliant writer Ben Aaronovitch, author of the Peter Grant Rivers of London series. Firstly, I absolutely love his writing… -
BRILLIANT BOOK OF THE WEEK - Rowan Coleman's The Summer of Impossible Things
WORK IN PROGRESS Rowan Coleman has done an amazing thing. In fact a series of quite possible things as it turns out, in her new… -
book of the week - Julie Cohen's latest, 'Together'
One of my top five authors EVER releases her latest novel this week - a fascinating tale whose structure will get people talking about it.… -
book of the week - Rowan Coleman's Happy Home for Broken Hearts
It is always a pleasure when one of my top 10 authors releases a new audiobook. Not only is Julie Cohens book out at the… -
Book of the week - Behind her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough
My colleague Jackie Kabler recommended this book as she wanted to know what i thought of the ending. So immediately it piqued my interest. This… -
Book of the week - Behind her Eyes by Sarah Pinborough
My colleague Jackie Kabler recommended this book as she wanted to know what i thought of the ending. So immediately it piqued my interest. This… -
Book of the Week - Meet me at Number Five by Lisa Hill
A hint of Jilly Cooper with a pinch of Dick Francis thrown in... or so says one of the many reviews on Amazon for this… -
Free Short Story - the Jolly Lodger. Inspired by a tale I heard...
This is a short story I began when on a writing holiday. One of the ladies there told me about something that had happened to… -
Book of the Week - Chris James's 12 Day Mind Body Plan. & Jack Reacher Short
Ok so here we are, Summer just starting, and thinking of either a) getting body bikini ready, or b)recovering post holiday! So along comes this… -
book of the week - C L Taylor' crime novels - first, The Accident
Writing previously as Cally Taylor, with several feel good romances amongst others, this talented author has made a huge name for herself in crime fiction… -
books of the week - Jane Lovering - Starstruck/Can't buy me Love
Regulars of this blog will know I'm a big fan of Jane Lovering's witty, quirky writing style and larger than life, flawed but compelling characters.… -
a book first - my novel in French!
Donne-moi ma chance, eh! Well it turns out that's 'Take a Chance on Me' in French - well, the equivalent anyway. Last week I got… -
Book of the Week - Lee Child's 'Not a Drill'
Regulars will know I’m a massive Jack Reacher fan – ever since I interviewed Lee Child on QVC in 2011 when he launched his prequel… -
book of the week - Jane Wenham Jones and Katie Fforde - Wannabe a Writer?
Since I've spent all week at the writing retreat Chez Castillon, with Jane Wenham Jones as tutor, this book seems very apt! Anyone thinking of… -
book of the week - Liz Earle's The Good Gut Guide
Book of the week, Liz Earle's The Good Gut Guide- out this weekend already getting lots of media attention, I chatted to liz on the… -
book of the week - Julia Roberts' Alice in Theatreland
Book of the week this week is from my QVC pal and colleague Julia Roberts - her fourth! Well done Jules! I overheard fellow presenter… -
book of the week - Julia Roberts' Alice in Theatreland
Book of the week this week is from my QVC pal and colleague Julia Roberts - her fourth! Well done Jules! I overheard fellow presenter… -
book of the week - Lizzie Lamb's Girl in the Castle
LIZZIE'S NEW NOVEL - GIRL IN THE CASTLE - book of the week this week is from my RNA pal, romaniac Lizzie Lamb. She's a…
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Book of the Week - the Makeup Manual, by Benefit's Lisa Potter Dixon
Lisa Potter Dixom is a fabulous guest on QVC for Benefit - the country's number one high street make up brand. We do lots of… -
Book of the Week - Samantha Shannon's latest from the Bone Season series -
This week's book is the long-awaited sequel - book three - in the Bone Season series by talented author Samantha Shannon. She has created a… -
Come learn how to write a novel at Retreats for You with Julie Cohen and more.
This summer we are proud to be hosting several writing retreats aimed at authors who wish to develop their writing. Do email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to discuss… -
Book of the Week - the Girl in the Painting by Kirsty Ferry
UNDER CONSTRUCTION The Girl in the Painting is the second book in the Rossetti Mysteries series, published by Choc Lit. The first book in the… -
book of the week - under the Pipal Tree by Anjana Chowdhury
A few weeks ago, an amazing woman came to Retreats for You on one of our writing retreats and wowed us with her rapping (yes… -
book of the week - under the Pipal Tree by Anjana Chowdhury
A few weeks ago, an amazing woman came to Retreats for You on one of our writing retreats and wowed us with her rapping (yes… -
Beginners' Guide to self-publishing, and links to all my books
Beginners’ Guide And if you’re a complete beginner and want to self-publish, my basic guide can be found here - beginner's tips for self-publishing -…
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Book of the Week - The Girl Before by JP Delaney
Book of the Week this week is a bit of a thriller - The Girl Before sounded really intriguing, so I downloaded JP Delaney's bestseller… -
Great News for Books - Kids' reading habits show actual books on the up!
Just a quickie this week, as this caught my eye. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4174208/Study-nearly-60-percent-kids-like-reading-fun.html#ixzz4Y1wpvLkE Nearly two thirds prefer actual books! yay! More soon x ps scroll down to…
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Romantic Short Stories - Valentines Countdown
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I've been posting some of my short stories with a romantic twist for your delight and delectation! Here… -
Book of the Week - Morton Gray's debut Choc Lit novel, The Girl on the Beach
it's lovely when a fellow author gets a truly important break, and for Choc Lit, my publisher, that comes once a year in the form… -
Book of the Week - Victoria Cornwall's The Thief's Daughter
Now I've been listening to a lot of catch-up audiobooks lately, and ploughing my way through some super ones, including jackie Kabler's The Deadline, and… -
book of the week - The Buttonmakers' Daughter by Merryn Allingham. And John Grisham's latest.
It thrills me to report yet another successful book launch from one of my writing gang and Merryn Allingham has to be one of the… -
Book of the Week - Adrienne Vaughan's anthology - Fur Coat and No Knickers!
ADRIENNE VAUGHAN - Fur Coat and No Knickers! Adrienne and I first met around 2010 at the Julie Cohen workshop near Oxford in an old… -
book of the week - Lucy Dillon's 'all i ever wanted'
LUCY DILLON - ALL I EVER WANTED. Another cracker from Lucy, one of my favourite relationships/romantic fiction writers. I always enjoy the fact that Lucy… -
Till the Fat Lady Slims - out now!
Deb's new book is out! (Jan 6th) = Till the Fat Lady Slims - Break free from Food Prison (2017) - well it's out! And… -
Book of the week - a festive tale from Katie Fforde!
... and there are many to choose from! Katie is one of our most prolific novel writers where romance combines with relationship drama and usually… -
Book of the Week - Scrooge - free vintage audiobook. AND big cover reveal of my next TTFLS out in New Year
Well just over a week to go and it's yuletide again! So for this week's book of the week I thought I'd include a freebie… -
Book of the Week - Christmas at the Comfort Food Cafe
I had hoped to bring you a book of the week this week which was by Jilly Cooper, but 'Mount' is just 'so so.' I… -
Book of the week – the hanging tree
So after a long wait and much anticipation since the last instalment, this week I started listening to the audiobook of the adventures of Peter… -
Jackie Kabler's new one is Book of the Week! 'The Deadline'
Jackie's done it again, proclaim the already glowing five star reviews on Amazon. Yes my QVC pal and talented author Jackie Kabler's second in the… -
Book of the Week - Lee Child's Night School
Now I’m a massive Jack Reacher fan and I’ll take the big guy any way you wanna serve him up, which in this case is… -
Book of the Week - Bridget Jones' Baby - with alternative ending!
Two things this week - first, having just seen for the second time, the superb movie Bridget Jones's Baby, I'm making the book my book… -
Book of the week - Christmas Kisses by Alison May
She's done it again! One of my most prolific writing mates, Alison May, has just released the latest in her line of Christmas romances and… -
Book of the Week - Lessons in Laughing Out Loud by Rowan Coleman
This is from one of my regular top-reads, I always look out for new Rowan Coleman books to add to my audiobook library. It's from… -
Book of the Week - Sue Moorcroft's Xmas Romance!
THis week's book of the week is partly because it's set at Christmas and partly because the talented Sue Moorcroft was one of the first… -
Till the Fat Lady Slims - updated version - goes off to the publisher!
Well another deadline, another submission! The newest version of Till the Fat Lady Slims - break free from food prison' - has gone off to…