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The evening began by my explaining that our guest was, actually, the best-selling author, Martyn Waites; C.B. Everett being one of the pen-names he adopts for his differing styles of thriller novels. A successful author for over 30 years, Martyn had diversified from his original choice of career as an actor, undertaking countless roles on stage and in many of…
Independent bookshops are at the heart of local communities. The Bookery in Crediton, a nonprofit, community-owned bookshop, offers a great selection of titles (and signed editions) as well as aims to connect readers with authors. The events programme is a quiet success story, bringing a steady stream of important literary voices to this part of Devon. Unexpected encounters can be…
Dominic opened by welcoming a full and attentive audience, sharing highlights from the rich programme of events coming up in the weeks ahead, before introducing Ysella Sims, whose warmth and curiosity created a relaxed, free‑flowing conversation with Jon Woolcott. After a brief introduction, Jon began by reading from early in The Tattooed Hills, gently drawing us into his world of…
May Eve felt beautifully chosen for Zakia Sewell’s visit to The Bookery. The shop once again full for another wonderful evening of storytelling. Dominic opened the evening by wishing everyone a happy May Eve, a fitting threshold moment before an exploration of folklore, myth, seasonal customs and belonging. We were so delighted to host Zakia, especially in the middle of…
It was another wonderfully full Bookery evening, with the added pleasure of spotting many new faces in the crowd — first‑time visitors joining regulars, all drawn by a shared curiosity about the land beneath our feet and the people who quietly care for it. Dominic welcomed everyone and introduced Paul Lamb and Professor Richard Brazier, before handing over to Richard,…
At the Bookery during March and April, Natalie Young, author of Season to Taste or How To Eat Your Husband and We All Ran Into the Sunlight, delivered a 6 week creative writing course. Writing exercises, discussing authors and giving and receiving feedback were our weekly tasks. In our group was a budding historical fiction writer, a fantasy writer and…
It was another full house at The Bookery, with Dominic delighted to welcome both familiar faces and a wonderful number of first‑time visitors, all keen to hear one of our original Patrons, Patrick Gale, in conversation with our very own Alison Sweatman. Alison’s pleasure at chairing the evening was immediately evident, setting a relaxed and generous tone. Alison opened by…
From the moment the doors opened, the shop was fizzing — full house, all women, all ready for danger, suspense and a good dose of adrenaline. Dominic barely finished welcoming everyone before the room was leaning forward, eager for the action to begin. He introduced Chris, aka C. M. Ewan and our brilliant chair for the night, crime writer and…
It was another one of those evenings that reminds us why we love what we do. Dominic opened the event by welcoming everyone, thanking our wonderful customers for their support, and offering an especially warm hello to those joining a Bookery author event for the first time. So many people booked tickets that we had to make a late shift…
