The cover reveal for Anita Frank's forthcoming new novel, The Good Liars (August 2023, HQ)​, has been revealed!

Also published this week was the paperback for Graham Bartlett's debut, Bad For Good, and the hardback for the follow-up, Force of Hate. 

Set in modern-day Brighton, within a corrupt police force, the series has been described as "like Line of Duty on crack"!

Vital Organs​, the second book from medical historian and TikTok sensation, Suzie Edge, has been revealed:

Aria has acquired two historical novels from M. J. Robotham, a pen name of author Mandy Robotham. The world English language deal was brokered by Aria editorial director Rachel Faulkner-Willcocks and Broo Doherty of the DHH Literary Agency. The first book, The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux, will publish in hardback, e-book and audio, in January 2024.

Taking the form of a faux autobiography of eponymous author Ruby, The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux is set in the second half of the 20th century. It follows the life story of a woman "determined to live life on her own terms as she navigates the latter half of the 20th century, from suburban life during the war to [...] Venice and war-torn Vietnam, meeting men and adventure along the way". 

Faulkner-Willcocks said: "I’ve honestly not encountered many characters as brilliant as Ruby Devereaux. Her memoirs, drawn from her by a mercenary publisher, are a delightful and empowering rollercoaster ride through recent history, written through Ruby’s unique perspective, and of course with Mandy’s trademark flair and impeccable research. Reading on submission, I had to remind myself that Ruby was a fictional character, she felt so real to me. We’re hugely excited to bring her story to the world."

Robotham added: "I’m so delighted to be joining the team at Aria with a new slant to my writing. Ruby has been sitting on my shoulder for the past two years, making me laugh with her incorrigible ways, and so it’s high time she went out into the world again, this time in print. I only hope the world is ready for her!"

Doherty commented: "Reminiscent in tone to The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, this is a monumental book, both in terms of the history it covers so engagingly, but also in terms of Ruby herself. Her story is quite simply scandalous but utterly phenomenal."
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Robotham holds an MA in Creative Writing and now writes full-time as Mandy Robotham following a career as a midwife.

From The Bookseller article | Melina Spanoudi

Finally, we were over the moon to hear that both M. W. Craven and Graham Bartlett have been shortlisted for the CrimeFest Awards 2023 (in association with Specsavers). 

Up for the Best ePub Crime Award is Craven's The Botanist, the fifth outing for his bestselling Washington Poe series. 

And nominated for the Best Debut Crime Award is Bartlett's Bad For Good, the first in his Cs Jo Howe series.

​Congratulations, both!

imagination. The premise is stunning: A young woman’s job of enforcing climate-emergency Britain’s one-child policy is compromised when she discovers a personal link to an illegal sibling on the ministry hit-list, leading to a shocking discovery that changes everything. Eve's world-building is so believable, so prescient, it's almost terrifying.

Eve is a true talent in a very crowded market, and her ability to weave topical issues, science and an authentic glimpse of our potential future into exceptionally paced, beautifully written and exceedingly tense narratives is quite simply second to none. To have your debut thriller compared to Michael Crichton is an exceptional feat, and speaks volumes about Eve's prowess. We cannot wait to publish more of her extraordinary, blockbuster thrillers." 

Smith said: "I am so excited to continue working with Karen and the Orenda Books team who have really championed me and my writing, and always supported my dystopian visions with the greatest enthusiasm! I can't wait for my next thriller, One, to hit the shelves this summer."

One will be published in July later this year.

To coincide with the book's publication, Stephen appeared on the podcast, Confessions of a Bookseller, talking to host David Headley.

​You don’t need to be a bird enthusiast to enjoy the episode, in which they discuss the book’s captivating journey, showing how birds influence our lives and culture, from ancient civilisations to modern day. Plus, listeners will get an insight into Stephen’s literary journey and how the book came to be.

Additionally, a list of dates for Louise's book signings and appearances has been revealed and if you find yourself nearby on a given date, why not take yourself along? You do not want to miss this stunning dystopian thriller. But remember, do not trust this book. 

Finally, the cover has been revealed for the aforementioned Adrift by M. A. Hunter: 

With a new month comes a myriad new eBook deals to take advantage of and there are some crackers included in March's Kindle Monthly Deal, where you can get the below books for just a fraction of their usual price!

Simply click on the book jacket above to take you straight to the deal.

The US cover for Thomas D. Lee's debut novel, Perilous Times​ was uncovered last week:

Victoria Selman is taking her 'On the Sofa' podcast on the road, and the final stop on the tour will be on 13th April, at the Friends Meeting House in Brighton. 

Joining her will be fellow crime heavyweights, Peter James, DHH client Graham Bartlett, Simon Toyne and William Shaw. 

​Book tickets here.

DHH are hiring!

We're looking for a full-time administrative assistant / assistant to the Managing Director to join us here at the Agency in London. 

Full details are here, and if you think you'd be right for the role, we would love to hear from you.

​​DHH Literary Agency are looking for a new assistant to provide full-time administrative and creative support to both the Managing Director, David Headley, and the other Agents within our dynamic boutique Literary Agency. The ideal candidate will be confident, enthusiastic, a voracious reader and able to work both independently and as part of the team. They will have excellent organisational and communication skills, with a good manner on both the phone and over email, and be able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure. Please note that this role is London office-based, and remote work is not possible.

Salary
£24k per annum (x5 days per week, Monday-Friday)
 
Job specification

• Administrative support to Managing Director and Agents, in all aspects of their work, including managing the MD’s diary.
• Handling client (both authors and industry professionals) queries and requests.
• Updating company website regularly.
• Answering phones, and general enquiry emails when required.
• Reading submissions for the MD and Agents, and providing reports on full manuscript requests / client manuscripts.
• Supporting Agency’s social media, keeping it current and timely.
• Attending meetings and industry events, often outside of regular office hours.
• Any other general tasks required in the day-to-day running of a small and busy office.

 
Experience & Skills

• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & Powerpoint, as well as MacMail / Outlook.
• Attention to detail is absolutely key, with an ability to manage several tasks at once.
• Discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality, is paramount.
• A genuine passion for books, with a wide remit (ie. taste not limited to just one specific genre).
• Educated to degree level OR have industry experience.

 
About DHH Literary Agency
We are an editorially-led Agency, run by passionate book lovers. With a range of experience from bookselling and collecting, in-house editorial, and television / film, our Agents are commercially aware, well-connected and skilled at helping authors develop their ideas. Founded by David H Headley in 2008, our Agency is dedicated to discovering and nurturing talented authors, whether debut or established, providing attentive, honest and personalised representation.  Find out more at www.dhhliteraryagency.com.
 
Applicants should send a CV and covering letter to enquiries@dhhliteraryagency.com, placing ‘Full-Time Administrative Assistant’ in the subject line, by the 10th March 2023.

We have incredibly exciting news to share with you all: Truly, Darkly, Deeply, along with being published last week, has been revealed as a Richard & Judy Book Club pick for Spring 2023!

Madley and Finnigan praised the author, Victoria Selman, for this “superb, intense and utterly addictive” story about a serial killer, told through the eyes of Sophie, stepdaughter of Matty, the man imprisoned for the murders. Twenty years on, Sophie receives a letter from Matty asking her to visit him in jail and familiar feelings of doubt, unease and guilt come flooding back. This feeling that something’s slightly off continues throughout the plot as the reader tries to piece together the clues that Selman masterfully leaves behind. 

The spring Richard and Judy Book Club launches with another series of podcasts on 9th March. WHSmith customers can purchase exclusive special editions of the titles with bonus content.