Explore the behind-the-scenes of the writing world

Come along and listen to one of the fabulous authors we have visiting this summer and explore what inspires them to write the books you love to escape into. What better way to get even more involved with the literary world? We have the following authors visiting Medway Libraries in August. Book your free place at any Medway Library or by phoning 01634 337799.

 

 

S.D. Sykes

S.D. Sykes will be discussing her latest latest novel The Bone Fire, the fourth book in the Oswald de Lacy Somershill Manor mystery series.

The novel is set in 1361, the Plague has returned to England causing Oswald de Lacy to flee to a Kent castle on the edge of the marshes.

Heralded as the ‘medieval CJ Sansom’ by Jeffery Deaver, this event is a summer must. Book your place in advance.

Chatham Library, Sat, 10 August, 2:30pm

 

Stephen Booth

Stephen is the internationally bestselling, CWA Dagger winning author of the acclaimed thrillers featuring Cooper and Fry.

Join Stephen to hear more about the ‘Drowned Lives’ novel set around the dark, misty canals of Lichfield,  and discover more about the man behind the writing. Book your place in advance.

Gillingham Library. Thurs, 29 August 7:30pm

 

 

 

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Everyone can escape this summer with Medway Libraries

It’s not too late to join the Challenge! Whether you’re inside, outdoors, on the beach, or cuddled up on the sofa, take some time out and discover something new.

The whole family can take part in the challenge running from 13 July – 14 September. Young people and adults who read just six books from any Medway Library before 14 September can also enter our free prize draws.

Explore our online books, magazines, newspapers, comics and more. As a member at our libraries you have access to so much more than physical books, you can read and download* your favourites from the comfort of your own home! For more information and to find out how to sign up visit:  www.medway.gov.uk/libraries

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Books to look out for

July 2019

David Baldacci, One Good Deed (25/07/19)

Murder and family secrets, a touch of romance and deeply-felt revenge make up the ingredients of One Good Deed. A gripping page-turner for all those who love mystery, crime, Raymond Chandler and Agatha Christie.

 

 

 

August 2019

Lisa Jewell, The Family Upstairs (08/08/19)

In a large house in London’s fashionable Chelsea, a baby is awake in her cot. Well-fed and cared for. In the kitchen lie three decomposing corpses. How many dark secrets can a house hold?

 

 

 

James Patterson, The Inn (08/08/19)

Ex-Boston homicide detective Billy Robinson has retreated to a quiet life. Struggling to cope following the death of his beloved wife, now in charge of running her inn, Billy must save his new town from the grips of a growing opioid epidemic.

 

 

 

Ruth Ware, The Turn of the Key (08/08/19)

A live-in nanny position, with a staggeringly generous salary, seems too good an opportunity to miss. What Rowan doesn’t know is that she’s stepping into a nightmare – one that will end with a child dead and her in a cell awaiting trial for murder.

 

 

 

C.J. Box, The Bitterroots (13/08/19)

Former police officer Cassie Dewell is trying to start over with her own private investigation firm. But after agreeing to help exonerate a man accused of assaulting a young girl from an influential family, she realises the depths of twisted family loyalty, among other truths…

 

 

Stephen Booth, Drowned Lives (15/08/19)

Set in and around the dark, misty canals of Lichfield, Stephen Booth’s incredible new novel is awash with mystery.

 

 

 

Cynthia Harrod-Eagles, Pack Up Your Troubles (15/08/19)

1919: The war is over, but peace is yet to come. As men are demobbed, women must give up positions that gave them freedom.

 

 

 

 

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Use your library card and pin number to reserve your favourites! We’ll let you know when it becomes available.

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*The eBook App is not compatible with some models of Kindle

**To join Medway Libraries visit your local library and take ID showing your name and address that is dated within the last three months e.g. a utility bill or bank statement

 

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