On Tuesday, the lovely Karen Mace hosted the cover reveal for One Dark Lie on her blog, Books and Me, which means I’m now allowed to share it here too. As ever, I feel that ace designer, Berni Stevens, has done a fantastic job. (And I love the fact that she's managed to include a … Continue reading Book update: One Dark Lie – cover reveal and book blurb
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Book update: One Dark Lie – one step closer #crimefiction
In the last week, publication of book number three has jumped a step closer. The title – One Dark Lie – has been confirmed, and I’ve also seen some cover designs. I’m itching to share them – I love each of the options – but I’m not allowed to until things are finalised! The novel … Continue reading Book update: One Dark Lie – one step closer #crimefiction
A Cambridge post – Strawberry Fair forever
It’s felt like winter for the last few days in Cambridge, but this Saturday marks a special day in the city’s calendar that in my head (and let's face it, only there...) heralds summer. Strawberry Fair is a free annual festival that takes place next to the river, on Midsummer Common, on the first Saturday … Continue reading A Cambridge post – Strawberry Fair forever
I want a label of my very own…
I know a lot of writers get fed up with having their work labelled. I can see it's limiting to have your novel firmly dumped into one category, and books vary so much that using any of the standard classifications can only be a very blunt instrument. That said, I’m still busy trying to find … Continue reading I want a label of my very own…
Playing with Windows Movie Maker (again)
There are all sorts of things that go with having a new novel out. Making a book trailer is an optional extra, but it’s a lot of fun, so I’ve put one together for A Stranger’s House. (I had a little help from the rest of the family when it came to the night-time photography … Continue reading Playing with Windows Movie Maker (again)
Death by Choc Lit, anyone?
So, it’s been an eventful time since I last wrote a blog post. My new novel, A Stranger’s House, is now up for pre-order on Amazon, and ready for reviewers to download from NetGalley. Even though the build-up to this moment can be measured in years, rather than months (once you factor in all the … Continue reading Death by Choc Lit, anyone?
A Cambridge A – Z – Cattle on the Commons
One of the things I didn’t expect when I came to live in the Cambridge, is the cattle that roam on several of the commons in the city. It shouldn’t have taken me by surprise. Apparently locals have been using common land to graze their animals since at least the 12th century. I love the … Continue reading A Cambridge A – Z – Cattle on the Commons
A Cambridge A – Z – Bonfire Night (and inspiration for crime fiction)
Bonfire Night in Cambridge is celebrated by huge numbers of residents at an event on Midsummer Common. The display contains so much build up, and such a sustained crescendo that the oohs and ahs have nowhere to go by the end. After that, the vast bonfire is lit, and that’s pretty awe inspiring in itself. … Continue reading A Cambridge A – Z – Bonfire Night (and inspiration for crime fiction)
The London and Cambridge mysteries
Later this year, my second novel’s due to be published. The action takes place in Cambridge, and it has a new set of characters. Meanwhile, I’ve written a follow-up novella to You Think You Know Me (set in London once again) and also a second book in the Cambridge series. Both strands have something in … Continue reading The London and Cambridge mysteries
A Cambridge A to Z – Arrivals
I haven't blogged about my home city for a while, but it's a constant source of writing inspiration, and I'm excited that my first Cambridge mystery is due out in December. One of the things I love about the place is its annual events and traditions, both town and gown related. They mark the passing … Continue reading A Cambridge A to Z – Arrivals
Clare Chase 