We have a copy of Bernard Cornwell’s new book ‘Death of Kings’ to give away in hardback!
Author Interviews
Author Bernard Cornwell talks with World of Books.com about his new novel, Richard Sharpe and the Royal Family
Bernard Cornwell (OBE) was born in London on 23rd February 1944. At a young age, Bernard was adopted by the Wiggins family from Essex, who were members of the strictly pacifist religious sect- Peculiar People. In his youth he attended Monkton Combe School, and, at a later age Bernard left his adoptive family and attended a London University, graduating in 1966. It was at this time that he changed his surname to his mother’s maiden name – Cornwell.
Author Interviews
World of Books.com talks with Harriet Castor about writing, her favourite books and Henry VIII
At the unusually young age of twelve Harriet Castor had her first children’s book, Fat Puss and Friends, accepted for publication by Penguin. Since then she has written over forty books, both fiction and non-fiction, for children and adults. She completed a History degree at Cambridge University, specialising in the Tudor period, and since graduating has had a variety of jobs, including teaching English in Prague, and spending three years with the Royal Ballet as a Benesh Notator. Harriet now lives in Bristol with her husband and two daughters, and writes full time.
Celebrity Interviews
Katie Price talks to World of Books.com about her ghost writer, children’s fiction, and reading true crime
Katrina Amy Alexandria Alexis Infeld (or as we know her Katie Price A.K.A Jordan)- glamour model, media and television personality, author and singer, was born 22nd May 1978 in Brighton. One of two siblings, Katie attended Blatchington Mill School, where she often swam for Sussex regional competitions. At this young age Katie developed a keen passion for horse riding, a passion she later channelled into her children’s book series Perfect Ponies.
Author Interviews
Lee Child talks to World of Books.com about Jack Reacher, his name change and what he really thinks of Tom Cruise
Lee Child, (whose real name is actually Jim Grant!), was born in 1954 in Coventry, England. In later years his parents moved him and his three brothers to Birmingham, seeking the option of a better education. In 1974, at the young age of 20, Jim attended Law school at Sheffield University, whilst also working backstage at a theatre. After graduating, he joined Granada Television as a presentation director in what turned out to be an eighteen-year career.
Thanks to all who entered the World of Books big book giveaway, we have chosen the winners out of a hat and we are happy to announce the winners!