Jack Higgins
Why I write: Some years ago, although enjoying great success, I was accused by certain literary critics of repeating myself too much in my work. More
Alistair MacLean signing books
The young Alistair MacLean in 1957 signs a book during a promotional event for The Guns of Navarone. More
The Hunt for Red October
Clancy’s debut novel launched a spectacular career and introduced the world to a new hero, Jack Ryan. More
Gorky Park
First book in the Arkady Renko series, which became an instant bestseller and changed the crime fiction genre. More
Papillon
A bestselling phenomenon and classic memoir of prison breaks and adventure. More
Stuart MacBride
I write because I love to read. More
Bernard Cornwell
The most magical phrase I knew as a child was “Once upon a time” because those four words meant a story was coming. More
James Rollins
I owe my mother everything. More
Flashman
When this novel was first published, many critics mistakenly accepted it as a genuine historical memoir. More
Sharpe’s Eagle
The first Sharpe novel published in Cornwell’s classic series. More
The Guns of Navarone
Classic World War II thriller from MacLean, acclaimed master of action and suspense. More