October is just around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be an exciting month for British literature. We can’t wait to introduce you to a fantastic array of new and emerging authors who are ready to sweep you away.
Grab a drink, get cosy, and get ready to add some new releases to your reading list!
Madhouse by Christopher Artinian
Christopher Artinian, originally from Leeds, West Yorkshire, now resides in the Outer Hebrides and is best known for his Safe Haven series, which has grown into a best-selling post-apocalyptic universe.
His chilling tale Madhouse, is a psychological thriller set to test the limits of fear and sanity. Miss Trent and her students find themselves thrust into a nightmarish battle for survival after a storm and a terrible accident leaves them stranded in the forest.
With something terrifying lurking in the shadows and picking them off one by one, their celebration turns into a desperate fight for survival. As the group is hunted by an unseen menace that thrives on fear, the true meaning of insanity becomes clear, and not everyone will escape unscathed. Madhouse promises a spine-tingling experience, where terror builds with every tick of the clock.
Release date: 28th October 2024
The Snow Angel by Dilly Court
Dilly Court, originally from North-east London, is a beloved author of eighteen novels, including works written under the pen name Lily Baxter. Her new release The Snow Angel is set against the snowy backdrop of a small English town on Christmas Eve, where Rose Northwood makes a startling discovery, a young boy lying destitute in the manger of the town’s nativity display.
Haunted by memories of her younger brother, who passed away at Christmas, Rose is determined to nurse the child back to health. But the boy, suffering from memory loss, cannot recall where he came from or who his family is. As the winter deepens, Rose embarks on a quest to uncover the boy’s identity and reunite him with his loved ones. Known for her richly detailed historical fiction, Court weaves a story of compassion, hope, and Christmas magic that will capture readers’ hearts. The Snow Angel is set to be one of 2024’s most unforgettable holiday reads.
Release date: 10th October 2024
Last One Left Alive by Michael Wood
Michael Wood, a celebrated voice in crime fiction, is back with the twelfth instalment in his gripping DCI Matilda Darke series, Last One Left Alive.
In this next book, Matilda faces one of her most personal and challenging cases yet. This time, Matilda is taunted by an anonymous email from someone claiming to have committed five “perfect murders”.
While her instincts tell her such a feat is impossible, the investigation leads her down a dark path, where a murderer preys on society’s most vulnerable. With only sympathy cards left as a chilling signature, the killer operates in plain sight, leaving Matilda to play a dangerous game of cat and mouse. As the stakes rise, and those closest to her become targets, Matilda must race against the clock to bring the killer to justice.
Release date: 25th October 2024
The Book of Witching by C.J. Cooke
C.J. Cooke, an acclaimed author based in Glasgow, brings readers another gripping tale with The Book of Witching.
In this latest novel, readers follow Clem, a mother facing every parent’s worst fear when her daughter, Erin, ends up in the hospital after a tragic hiking accident in the remote Orkney Islands. But things take an even darker turn when Erin wakes up, unable to recognise her own mother and claiming to be someone named Nyx. As Clem searches for answers, she uncovers unsettling links to a centuries-old tale of witchcraft, forcing her to question whether her daughter’s bizarre behaviour is the result of trauma or something far more sinister.
Release date: 10th October 2024
Read More British Authors!
Prepare to fill your reading list with fresh titles that will inspire and entertain! These October book releases 2024 are a great way to start off the spooky season!
Get ready to explore more British authors from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Our mission is to support authors, both seasoned and debut, by prioritising their visibility and ensuring readers have access to the trove of voices that exist beyond the mainstream. Let’s celebrate the beauty of British literature together.
Want to explore more indie authors? See our Guide to British Indie Authors and their Books!
Happy Reading!