Monthly Archives: August 2012

Elsewhere = book porn

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Doug Johnstone

I’m not much of a book coveter, but I’m making an exception for this. My author copies of the Elsewhere box set came through the post yesterday, and they look, feel and smell gorgeous. If you don’t know, it’s a … Continue reading →

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Most in-depth review EVER

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Doug Johnstone

Aye so, it’s not often that one of your books gets a proper, in-depth bit of engagement from a reviewer. But over at The Truth About Lies there is just such an instance where writer Jim Murdoch knocks his pan … Continue reading →

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10 Random Observations from the Edinburgh International Book Festival (So Far)

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Doug Johnstone

1. Jens Lapidus is not only a brilliant thriller writer, but a very lovely bloke. 2. The Elsewhere collection is a thing of real beauty. 3. Irvine Welsh is a sweetheart. 4. The staff get nicer and more helpful every … Continue reading →

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Books I reviewed in June AND July (and some I didn’t manage to)

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Doug Johnstone

Aye so, I’m waaaaay behind with these updates, but here’s a big old list of books I’ve reviewed in the last two months, and some I wanted to read but never managed to. Links to reviews where possible. JUNE Chris … Continue reading →

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It’s all happening. Kind of.

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Doug Johnstone

Folks, Bits and bobs and odds and sods to tell you about, so let’s crack on: 1. Edinburgh Book Festival Event next week I’m appearing with Jens Lapidus at Charlotte Square next Friday 17th August at 8.30pm. Just finished Jens’s … Continue reading →

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