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Barbara Copperthwaite: best-selling psychological thrillers. Barbara Havelocke: Gothic historical fiction. Owned by three dogs, Buddy, Scamp & Arty.

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Nov 19

"Estella’s Revenge is a triumph. Its dark, Gothic story deserves rereading, as there is so much to discover about Estella. I have a feeling this is going to become a modern classic every bit as lauded as Great Expectations. It’s not to be missed."
Thank you @lindasbookbag.bsky.social !

Linda Hill @lindasbookbag.bsky.social · May 9

What a joy that my latest My Weekly review is of @authorbarbara.bsky.social Estella's Revenge out today from Canelo's Hera. Details here lindasbookbag.com/2024/05/09/e... or head to My Weekly for my full thoughts! www.myweekly.co.uk/2024/05/09/e...

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Jun 23

#BookReview of Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler www.swirlandthread.com/redhead-by-t...

Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler | Review

Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler (2020) is a charming and delightful story with endearing characters.

www.swirlandthread.com

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Jun 11

A stunning special edition hardback of Estella’s Revenge is available!

✨🖤✨My name is Estella; it means “star”. I was named in the hope I would be a light to guide my adoptive mother out of the emotional blackness that enveloped her. Instead, I have become something far darker than any night.✨🖤✨

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Karen @karendennise.bsky.social · Jun 11

This Week in Books (11th June, 2025) noveldeelights.com/2025/06/11/t...

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This Week in Books (11th June, 2025)

Hosted by Lipsy Lost and Found, my Wednesday post gives you a taste of what I’m reading this week. A similar meme is run by Taking on a World of Words. Gold fever has taken him. I b…

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Nadine Matheson @nadinematheson.com · Jun 9

It’s a bumper week on The Conversation Podcast 🎙️
Today: SA Cosby @blacktopkid.bsky.social on King of Ashes (out tomorrow)
Wed: @LolaAkinmade.bsky.social (Bitter Honey)
Thurs: Mel Pennant’s pub day & debut chat (A Murder for Miss Hortense)
🎧 Watch/listen + follow

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NickiMags @ Secret Library Book Blog @nickimags.bsky.social · Jun 10

via @portybelle.bsky.social

#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Mo Fanning #author of Rainbows and Lollipops

@mofanning.co.uk ‬ #booksky

#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Mo Fanning #author of Rainbows and Lollipops | @HannahHargrave8 ‪@mofanning.co.uk‬

Today it’s the turn of author Mo Fanning to answer my #ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions about his latest book, Rainbows and Lollipops which is due for release this Thursday, 12th June. You&#82…

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Jun 10

#BookReview of The One You Least Suspect by Brian McGilloway www.swirlandthread.com/the-one-you-... via @maireadhearne.bsky.social

The One You Least Suspect by Brian McGilloway

The One You Least Suspect by Brian McGilloway (May 8th) is described as 'a gripping and heart-wrenching thriller'

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Jun 10

#TopTenTuesday | 10th June 2025: Bookish Wishes #Top10Tuesday #bookblogger #bookish #amreading #TTT #BookTwitter #booktwt #BookX #BookSky #damppebbles damppebbles.com/2025/06/10/t... via @damppebbles.bsky.social

#TopTenTuesday | 10th June 2025: Bookish Wishes #Top10Tuesday #bookblogger #bookish #amreading #TTT #BookTwitter #booktwt #BookX #BookSky #damppebbles

Hello and a very warm welcome to damppebbles. It’s Tuesday which means it’s time for this week’s Top Ten Tuesday post. I’ve decided to take part in That Artsy Reader Girl&#8…

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Jun 5

Happy publication day @suemoorcroftauthor.bsky.social !

Sue Moorcroft Author @suemoorcroftauthor.bsky.social · Jun 5

It's publication day!

One summer on a beautiful island could change everything…

Grab your copy of #OverTheSeaToSkye now! amazon.co.uk/Over-Sea-Sky...

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Oisín McGann @oisinmcgann.bsky.social · May 24

Why is it that artists’ demands are ‘unworkable’, when these are the same conditions that have been around since the development of copyright, but the new data churning technology is NOT considered ‘unworkable’ even though it can’t be created without breaches of copyright on an unprecedented scale?

Headline - Nick Clegg: Artists’ demands over copyright are unworkable
Strap - The former Meta executive claims that a law requiring tech companies to ask permission to train AI on copyrighted work would ‘kill’ the industry.

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 22

✨✨✨Make me an offer I can’t refuse! ✨✨✨
I'm selling this UNIQUE copy of Estella’s Revenge so…I’m open to offers!

✨I hand painted the page edges with a design inspired by the amazing cover artwork.

✨✨There’s only one of these in the whole world! Comment or send a DM if you’re interested!✨✨

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Raven Crime Reads @ravencrime.bsky.social · May 18

Some bite sized reviews!
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#ChrisWhitaker
@katefolk.bsky.social
#AndrewJamesGreig

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Read like nobody’s watching…

Okay, so I’ve done that thing where I’ve read a gazillion books, but have neglected to review them as soon as I’ve read them. Consequently, what follows is a bite sized round up o…

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 22

“As a patchy reader of historical crime fiction, I am thrilled to say that I loved this one [Estella's Revenge], and it has earnt its place in the bookcase devoted to books I will read again. There’s no higher praise that that. Highly recommended.“ Thank you @ravencrime.bsky.social

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 22

I literally have no idea how many books I read a year. Fewer than I would like - but I suspect that would be the case even if I spent all of every single day reading (ah, to live that dream!)

Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · May 22

Your semi-regular reminder that reading should be fun and that there's actually no pressure or rules that say what you should read, how quickly you should read it, or that you should slog your way through a book you don't enjoy! - Michael

a man applauds in front of a sign that says schitts creek yes on it

ALT: a man applauds in front of a sign that says schitts creek yes on it

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Amanda James (Mandy) @amandajames.bsky.social · May 22

For those that have been asking - the paperback is out today! Will you let my book choose you?

mybook.to/v32hRF

#books #newbooks #writingcommunity #readers #cornwall

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 14

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 14

The public vote for the Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year longlist closes this tomorrow (Thursday) at midnight!!!

If you enjoyed ESTELLA’S REVENGE, I’d be so grateful for your vote ✨🖤✨

Vote here: www.harrogatetheakstoncrimeaward.com/estellas-rev...

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TM Logan @tmloganauthor.bsky.social · May 12

Good morning! The Daughter is a Kindle Daily Deal today, Monday 12th May – my latest thriller is just £1.99 until the end of the day🌞

Start your week with a bestselling Monday bargain! bit.ly/TheDaughterKindle

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 8

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · May 8

One week of voting left for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year!
Please vote for Estella's Revenge, a darkly Gothic, twisted tale of a child, raised in darkness & told to never to love. And the rage-filled woman she becomes.
www.harrogatetheakstoncrimeaward.com/estellas-rev...

Estella's Revenge, Barbara Havelocke — Theakston Old Peculier Crime Novel Of The Year.

www.harrogatetheakstoncrimeaward.com

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Harrogate International Festivals @harrogatefestivals.bsky.social · May 4

Following a career in journalism Barbara turned her hand to twisty gothic thriller's, earning her a spot on this year's #theakstonsawards longlist!

Find out more & listen to Barbara's podcast 👇
https://bit.ly/HIFPLAYERAWARDS

@express.co.uk @waterstones.bsky.social @authorbarbara.bsky.social

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Sam Missingham @samatlounge.bsky.social · May 6

All creative industries are rapidly closing off to anyone without means (or a wealthy and endlessly forgiving partner). And AI ….. etc etc

Janina Matthewson @j9andif.bsky.social · May 5

The reason there's no working class representation in publishing is because publishing and writing currently pay so badly only people who are already financially stable can afford to do it.
The problem is always, always money.

Tru Skies @trudieskies.readindiefantasy.com · May 5

My problem with things like these is that working-class writing ends up being literary stories about how dreary it is being working class. They're not interested in examining the working class through the lens of fantasy, for example.

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Harrogate International Festivals @harrogatefestivals.bsky.social · Apr 26

Estella's Revenge is an original & gripping look at the world's most famous jilted bride from a new perspective. This gothic retelling of Great Expectations follows Miss Havisham's daughter, Estella.

Discover the longlist & cast your vote 👉 https://bit.ly/TOPAwards25

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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Apr 27

This is the first award I've ever been nominated for, and it couldn't be bigger! Please consider voting for Estella's Revenge, my dark tale exploring how villains are made...
👍Vote here:
www.harrogatetheakstoncrimeaward.com/estellas-rev...
📚Or buy: geni.us/LoSHSA
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Barbara Copperthwaite | Barbara Havelocke @authorbarbara.bsky.social · Apr 25

Thank you!