Proofs available: A Dark Anatomy by Robin Blake

August and September 2010

Macmillan are offering reading groups proofs of A Dark Anatomy, the first book in new historical crime series set in eighteenth century England: a time before proper policing, when law was local and forensic science is just beginning...

Book synopsis
The local squire's wife is found lying beneath an ancient oak tree in her riding clothes, with a gash across her neck. It's up to local coroner Cragg and local doctor Fidelis to work out whodunit!

To request proofs please email Ellen Wood e.wood@macmillan.co.uk

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Proofs available: Victory by Julian Stockwin

August and September 2010

Hodder are offering reading groups proofs of a debut historical fiction novel by a former Royal Navy Commander.

Book synopsis
Commander Thomas Kydd is eager to play his part in thwarting Bonaparte's plans for the invasion of England. Joining Admiral Nelson's command, Kydd and his ship soon find themselves at the heart of the action that leads up to the famous clash of the mighty British and French fleets at Trafalgar. Kydd's journey takes him from false sightings of the enemy and dramatic chases across the Atlantic, to the bloody annihilation of the enemy during the actual battle, and the heroic aftermath.

About the author
After leaving the Navy Julian practised as an educational psychologist. He lived for some time in Hong Kong, where he was commissioned into the Royal Naval Reserve. He was awarded the MBE and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He now lives in Devon with his wife Kathy. For more information click here

To request proofs email Jaime Frost Jaime.Frost@hodder.co.uk

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Proofs available: The Summer of the Bear by Bella Pollen

August and September 2010

Macmillan are delighted to offer reading groups proofs of the Summer of the Bear, the new book from Bella Pollen, author of the bestselling Richard & Judy Bookclub novel Hunting Unicorns.

The Summer of the Bear follows the story of a family dealing with the loss of a father and husband in a remote Scottish island. For more information about the book, click here

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A Web of Air - free proof copies

01/09/10

Fever Crumb by Philip Reeve was shortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2010. Its sequel, A Web of Air, opens two years after Fever has left London with a group of travelling performers. She has found herself on the extraordinary island crater city of Mayda, where buildings ascend the cliffs on funicular rails. Here she learns about a mysterious recluse called Arlo. The secrets of flight have been lost for thousands of years but in this faraway corner of a ruined world, Arlo is building a flying machine. With dangerous enemies fast approaching, Fever and Arlo must work together to try and finish this fantastic invention - before it is destroyed forever.

Limited proofs of this brilliant new novel by master-storyteller Philip Reeve are available for reading groups.

For more information, contact Catherine on calport@scholastic.co.uk

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Last Summer of the Death Warriors - free proof copies

01/09/10

When Pancho arrives at St. Anthony's Home, he knows his time there will be short. If his plans succeed, he'll soon be arrested for the murder of his sister's killer. But then he's assigned to help D.Q., whose brain cancer has slowed neither his spirit nor his mouth.

Together the mis-matched pair embark upon a journey which will open Pancho's eyes - and make him remember why life is worth living.

Limited proofs for reading groups are available for this critically acclaimed novel.

For more information contact Catherine on calport@scholastic.co.uk.

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Free Crime Sampler

July 2010

Free Crime samplers are available to libraries featuring extracts from Pan's biggest and brightest crime authors - from No 1 bestseller Peter James to rising star M.R. Hall, US sensation Linda Castillo and classic British crime author L C Tyler.

Contact Ellen Wood e.wood@macmillan.co.uk for more details.

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