Articles related to "Modern British Fiction"

The Country Life initially reads like English "chick lit," but then the work takes meaningful and thoughtful turns, with a witty and humorous tinge.

Four suicidal people form a makeshift family despite their lack of commonality and personality clashes in this brilliant novel by British writer Nick Hornby

Maggie O'Farrell is widely acknowledged as one of the most talented writers in the UK, having already produced four critically and popularly acclaimed novels.

The bestselling British author reveals another slice of women's history in this rip-roaring ride of a novel. Teenager Serafina is sent to a convent against her will.

Graham Greene's 'England Made Me' was written in the mid 1930's when 'Englishness' was a subject of debate.

Sansom's third novel set in Tudor England sees lawyer Matthew Shardlake caught up in a web of deadly secrets and conspiracies that could bring down King Henry the Eighth.

The Birth of Venus sheds light on the female experience of one of Europe's most transformative periods of history.

Belinda's Starling's witty tale, newly released in paperback, is a "Vic-Lit" novel in the style of Sarah Waters, Michael Faber and Jane Harris.

Great anticipation accompanied last summer's announcement that respected author Faulks was to pen the new James Bond novel. But is it any good?

A sex adventure goes wrong when up and coming British political figure Ivor Tesham arranges to "kidnap" his married mistress as a birthday surprise.

Bond Bound: Ian Fleming and the Art of Cover Design exhibition opens in Edinburgh on 5 July 2008 after its display at The Fleming Collection, Mayfair, London.

What would you do if you were forced to choose between your conscience and loyalty to your country?

Just weeks after Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children was announced as the Best of Booker, the judges have revealed the 13 novels in the race for this year's Booker.

These three authors use bare bone to uncover clues. TV viewers who enjoy CSI and other television shows about forensics might enjoy novels by these fiction writers

A young girl's vivid imagination leads to devastating consequences in this adaptation of the novel by Ian McEwan.

The author of acclaimed Patricia Highsmith biography Beautiful Shadow, Andrew Wilson, tries his hand at writing a Highsmith-style mystery.

Language and Behaviour in Voyage in the Dark shows Anna's displacement in disparate cultures.

The Man Booker Prize for Fiction is one of the biggest awards in the literary world - who is in the running for this year's title?

The second novel in Sansom's series set in Tudor England featuring hunchback lawyer Matthew Shardlake is a tightly plotted and violent thriller.

The Whole Day Through is an intelligent, bittersweet love story with a fascinating focus on the lives of two carers. Look out for the writer's trademark twist at the end.

This user-friendly manual by Patience Thomson will encourage and develop reading as an essential and, above all, enjoyable life skill.

1917 and the turmoil of a striking mining community in Wales provides a dramatic backdrop for this historical love story.

Lola Jaye has written an upbeat self help book based on her experiences of making it as a novelist.

Polly reacts to life events by stealing. This habit, ingrained from childhood, leads her into deep waters as her life starts to unravel.

John Simpson's illuminating tales from the front line range from the bizarre to the tragic, a must for anyone who's interested in the world's recent past.

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian is a novel of family history and the expectations of Western life.

Called "an entirely fictional story about a woman whose husband goes down with his plane," The Pilot's Wife is a griping tale of love and betrayal.

The February-March 08 issue of Britain's leading dark fantasy magazine highlights the best in horror with novel and DVD reviews, and Virus author Sarah Langan interviewed

Conrad Williams, Steve Nagy contribute stories, Tony Lee reviews DVDs, Peter Tennant on books, while Stephen Volk offers opinion on Richard Matheson's I Am Legend

From Slipstream to Horror, Fact and Fiction from Christopher Fowler, Gary McMahon, Stephen Volk, Joel Lane, Tim Casson, Tony Lee, Mike O'Driscoll, Daniel Kaysen and more

Offerings from Christopher Fowler, Tony Lee, Mike O'Driscoll, British Fantasy Award winner Paul Meloy, Pete Tennant's fiction debut, Malanie Fazi, Simon Avery and others

Author Sir Terry Pratchett and leading British folklorist Jacqueline Simpson explore the influence of folklore on the characters, events and history of the Discworld.

With his seventh book due to be released in paperback in the UK this summer, Kernick has become one of the most successful of the current crop of British crime writers.

New Crime Fiction from Interzone and Black Static contributors Simon Avery, Daniel Kaysen, Joel Lane and Darren Speegle and American newcomers Lisa Morton and Alex Irvine

Frenchman's Creek is a stunning novel of romance and adventure - a combination of human sensibilities, well-constructed plot and uneasy emotions.

Magic is used throughout the Harry Potter tales. Is it just a facet of the setting, or does the appeal have a deeper attraction?

Nick Hornby, like UK counterparts Helen Fielding and Irvine Welsh, struck worldwide gold with his novels. But a lesser-known short story of his is also worth attention.

Not sure what to look for when reading a novel? These suggestions will help you to get the most out of any book.

McEwan's latest book received rapturous praise on its first publication in 2007. Now, with the paperback version available, even more readers can enjoy this superb novel.

Literary modernisms are often a reaction to the typical descriptive Victorian novel of realism and naturalism.

Greg Egan returns; Patrick Samphire debuts; Mike Carey interviewed; IZ regular Jamie Barras opens the issue

Looking for something a bit different to read over the holidays? Try this challenging but rewarding story of one woman's battle to scrap the Parliamentary Witchcraft Act.

Continuing the trends of Two Existential Love Stories, John Fowles' The Magus is an ambitious psychological tale of love and betrayal.

Nick Hornby's latest novel, Juliet, Naked, returns him to familiar ground by once again placing music, art, the creative process and fan obsession under the microscope.

Louise Erdrich returns to write of her American Indian side after exploring her German heritage in The Master Butchers Singing Club. The Plague of Doves is her best yet.

Quick Reads provide entertaining reading for those who find it difficult to read, or people who simply want a short book to read in the time they have available.

American fantasy author Lawrence Watt-Evans offers an overview for novice and experienced readers of Terry Pratchett's phenomenally successful Discworld series.

Award Winning Baroness Rendell of Babergh tops England's list of best mystery authors.

Sacred Hearts is a title that evokes images of the passion of Christ. The religious title is ironic, because in the end this story is not about religion, but about power.

With her latest novel, Waters proves that she can move away from the Victorian settings she has become known for, and with huge success.