I’ve had a little break from The Book Shelf over the last couple of months, but I’m back now and I was lucky enough to interview Anna Maynard for her glorious new romance novel ‘Flowers in July’ for my first interview after the break. ‘Flowers in July’ is one of those rare books with bothContinue reading “Flowers in July”
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Daughters of the Tide is available now!
The last few weeks have been the most glorious whirlwind. Daughters of the Tide was launched at Fullers Bookshop on the 26th May by fabulous friend and fellow author Karen Brooks. It was truly a night I will never forget. Having so many loved ones in the one space was magical, and the joy andContinue reading “Daughters of the Tide is available now!”
The Secrets of Selkies
I’ve been bursting to share this podcast I recorded with the wonderful Lauren Keegan a few weeks ago, and here it is! Lauren and I have both written novels that explore these magical creatures, and have long been fascinated by this branch of Celtic folklore, so we thought, why not get together and delve deeperContinue reading “The Secrets of Selkies”
Book Drop Joy
This week I had so much fun playing the book fairy and dropping in ARC copies of my novel to bookshops around Hobart. Thank you so much to the lovely booksellers at Fullers, Dymocks, The Hobart Bookshop, Cracked and Spineless, The State Cinema Bookshop and QBD Books Eastlands for your support and enthusiasm! The workContinue reading “Book Drop Joy”
The ARCs have arrived!
The most exciting book mail arrived the other day… my advanced reading copies of my debut novel, ‘Daughters of the Tide’ !! To say it was surreal to see my novel in book form, to see my name on its gorgeous cover and my words in print, is an understatement. The thrill has not leftContinue reading “The ARCs have arrived!”
Pre-orders now available!
My debut novel, ‘Daughters of the Tide,’ is now available to pre-order! You can do so here Why does pre-ordering matter? It’s one of the best early indicators for publishers of a books success from a sales point of view, and it shows booksellers and retailers that they should watch out for a book. Pre-ordering,Continue reading “Pre-orders now available!”
Cover reveal!
I’m beyond thrilled to share the cover for my upcoming novel, ‘Daughters of the Tide’ It’s the cover of my dreams, and I think it really captures the essence of this story. Thank you so much to the wonderful Emily O’Neill for her gorgeous design A little about the book… The Findlay family history hasContinue reading “Cover reveal!”
First Page Podcast
While in London I had the absolute joy of finally meeting one of my dear friends in person, the extraordinary Mariah Mannae. Mariah and I met in an online writing course with Stella award winning author Heather Rose in 2020, and have kept in touch ever since. Mariah’s podcast is a celebration of women inContinue reading “First Page Podcast”
‘Upon a Starlit Tide’
“Anything is possible when sorrow meets the sea…” Our April ‘Once Upon a Bookclub’ was such a treat. We discussed Kell Wood’s masterpiece, ‘Upon a Starlit Tide’, my love of which knows no bounds. This book has all of my favourite things – mermaids, magic, history, fae folk, pirates, tall ships, elaborate descriptions of ballgownsContinue reading “‘Upon a Starlit Tide’”
The best news…
I’m absolutely thrilled to say that I’ve signed with the lovely Abigail Nathan from Alex Adsett Literary with my novel ‘Second Skin.’ Having the support of someone with so much experience, who knows the ins and outs of this complicated industry is no small thing. Thank you for believing in my book! Along with herContinue reading “The best news…”
Arianne James 