Author Archives: Peter
Off The Scale
I am very pleased to announce that I’ve been given a slot in the “off the page” Stirling Book Festival 2013! This is incredibly exciting. It’s also daunting, as there’s an admission fee, and I’ll need to be witty and … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Book Festival, Dunblane, In Many Ways, Off The Page, Peter Carroll, Stirling
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Dilemmas of Independence
In 2014 Scotland will have a referendum to decide whether or not we’d like to become an independent nation. The democratic process in action; people exercising their free choice and then most of them not getting what they wanted. Then … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, In Many Ways, Pandora's Pitbull, Peter Carroll, Stark Contrasts
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Getting Your McVoice Heard!
As an indie writer, with limited resources and back-up, it can sometimes feel like you’re on your own as far as promotion and selling is concerned. You’re not really of course – family, friends, Dave Lyons at Ravencrest and some … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, Book Promotion, McVoices, Peter Carroll, Writing
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Book of the Month Award 2!
Well, what can I say? Incredibly proud to announce that Stark Contrasts has followed in the footsteps of In Many Ways and been chosen as a Thriller of the Month by www.e-thriller.com. Once again thank you to Paul and Mike … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, e-thriller.com, In Many Ways, Peter Carroll, Stark Contrasts, Thriller of the Month
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Book of the Month Award!
I’m thrilled to announce that “In Many Ways” has been selected as a “Thriller of the Month” for April 2013 by www.e-thriller.com Described as “riveting”, it’s fair to say I’m very chuffed about this! Thanks to Mike and Paul at e-thriller.com … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, e-thriller.com, In Many Ways, Peter Carroll, Thriller of the Month
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A Visit to the Writers’ Chateau
My friend and fellow author Lisette Brody has interviewed me on her blog. Pop on over and check out what I had to say for myself and while you’re there, enjoy exploring the rest of her site. Thanks for hosting me Lisette! … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, In Many Ways, Interview, Lisette Brody, Peter Carroll, Writers' Chateau
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It’s A Library Thing!
In the late 1970’s I lived in an area of Edinburgh called Redhall; an unremarkable collection of housing perched on a steep hill, on the western side of the city. The highlight of my week was the visit of the … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, Hardy Boys, In Many Ways, Libraries, Peter Carroll, Willard Price
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Passing Remarks
I think it’s probably true that most novelists include a degree of autobiography, personal observation or their own feelings and beliefs in their stories. It’s inevitable really…isn’t it? My own writing certainly does. Usually, it’s a snippet of a story, … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, Blog, Eagle Transporter, Gerry Anderson, In Many Ways, Jack Klugman, Pandora's Pitbull, Peter Carroll, Quincy ME, Space 1999, Stark Contrasts, Thunderbirds
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Stark Contrasts!
Well, it’s finally here. You can buy Stark Contrasts via one of the links to the right. Thank you to all the wonderful folks who’ve helped me get here. In particular, Dave Lyons from Raven Crest Books and my wife … Continue reading
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The First No(v)el!
I can hardly contain my excitement. Christmas might be just round the corner but I’ve received the best early present I could ever have hoped for. ‘In Many Ways’ is now available as a paperback! Just remember it’s not for … Continue reading
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Tagged Author, In Many Ways, Pandora's Pitbull, Peter Carroll, Stark Contrasts
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