Carol Drinkwater discusses her new book, The Olive Tree


Author and acress Carol Drinkwater walks you through her olive groves, discussing The Olive Tree, her new book. The Olive Tree takes the reader on a journey through France, Morocco, Algeria, Sicily and then back to Carol's olive farm. For more information go to www.caroldrinkwater.com


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Richard Hammond As You Do Book


Richard Hammond talks about his new book, As You Do. Honest and often hilarious chronicles of a very brave and clever TV presenter, Arctic Explorer and general drawer of the Short Straw. Moving quickly on from the devastating crash that nearly killed him he ranges widely over his life and times: a visit to Glastonbury with James May reminds of him of his early years of playing in a band and how and why he never quite made it as a rock star; the stunts and other perils that come his way like the TopGear North Pole race. The Hamster is well and truly back. For more details visit: www.orionbooks.co.uk


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PATRICK ROTHFUSS INTERVIEW PART 3


Patrick Rothfuss, author of The Name of the Wind, continues his interview with Orion Books, discussing the idea of developing his novels into video games, fantasy authors he enjoys reading, and what's coming with his second book in the Kingkiller trilogy.


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Actress Julie Walters talks about her favourite acting roles


Julie Walters discusses her favourite acting roles and her career. Julie's autobiography, That's Another Story, is out now in paperback. For more information, go to: www.orionbooks.co.uk


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Oath Breaker: Chronicles of Ancient Darkness


Watch author, Michelle Paver, discuss her new book, Oath Breaker, 6the fifth adventure in Torak's quest to vanquish the terrifying Soul-Eaters. Containing striking clips of Ian McKellen, who read for the audio book, this is a fascinating insight into her new Chronicle in the series...


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Finding Happiness by Abbot Christopher Jamison


Abbot Christopher Jamison, author of Finding Sanctuary, and the abbot from the hit TV series The Monastery, discusses his new book, Finiding Happiness, where he looks into the eternal questions of how to be happy, and why we believe it is so important.


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The Passage - book trailer


Trailer for The Passage by Justin Cronin. ABOUT THE BOOK: Amy Harper Bellafonte is six years old and her mother thinks she's the most important person in the whole world. She is. Anthony Carter doesn't think he could ever be in a worse place than Death Row. He's wrong. FBI agent Brad Wolgast thinks something beyond imagination is coming. It is. THE PASSAGE. An epic, awe-inspiring novel of good and evil that is already the most-talked about book of 2010 and is destined to be a global bestseller.


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DIANA GABALDON ON AN ECHO IN THE BONE


Diana Gabaldon, the bestselling author of the Outlander series talks about the series so far and the eagerly anticipated seventh book, An Echo in the Bone.


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Patrick Rothfuss reads an exclusive extract from The Wise Man's Fear


Exclusive extract from The Wiseman's Fear


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George Pelecanos & David Simon discuss writing for The Wire


George Pelecanos and David Simon discuss how George first started writing for The Wire and his experience working with homicide detectives while writing his new book, The Way Home. For more info on The Way Home and George Pelecanos go to www.orionbooks.co.uk


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Horrid Henry's dinosaurs


Everything you wanted to know about dinosaurs, from blood-thirsty beast to fantastic fossils.


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The inspiration behind DEXTER


Listen to author Jeff Lindsay reveal the inspiration behind everyone's favourite serial killer, DEXTER


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Marco Pierre White - Marco Made Easy


Marco discusses his love of cooking at home and how to create delicious meals with the help of bottles, packets and jars all of which you already have in your store-cupboard. This is Marco Made Easy.


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Patrick Rothfuss dicusses what's next for Kvothe and Denna . . .


Patrick Rothfuss discusses what's up next for Kvothe and Denna in The Wise Man's Fear-- the stunning sequel to The Name of the Wind!


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Barry Humphries on Dame Edna Everage


Shocking, frightening and extremely frank, Barry Humphries reveals all about his life as manager of international superstar, Dame Edna Everage, in his new book HANDLING EDNA.


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My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece Trailer


Orion Children's Books are proud to launch the stunning trailer for the most talked about debut of 2011, MY SISTER LIVES ON THE MANTELPIECE by Annabel Pitcher.


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Hairy Bikers Christmas Competition


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Michael Connelly on his new paperback The Overlook


Michael Connelly talks about how he became one of the world's finest crime writers, the inspiration behind the creation of Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller, as well as taking us on a journey through night-time LA where he finishes at the sinister yet beautiful Overlook - the opening scene to his new brilliant new paperback.


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Simon Sebag Montefiore on Jerusalem


Simon Sebag Montefiore talks about his new epic masterpiece Jerusalem: The Biography


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Interview with Sally Gardner, author of The Silver Blade


Children's author Sally Gardner discusses growing up in Dickensian London, dyslexia and her new novel, THE SILVER BLADE. The Silver Blade is the page-turning sequel to her novel of the French revolution, THE RED NECKLACE, and the conclusion to Yann and Sido's story.


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JENSON BUTTON - MY CHAMPIONSHIP YEAR


World Champion Jenson Button met legions of adoring fans at the first signing for his new book, My Championship Year.


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Joe Abercrombie interview Part 1 - Best Served Cold


Fantasy writer Joe Abercrombie discusses the inspiration behind his latest novel, Best Served Cold, with Blackwells' Marcus Gipps.


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The House of Silk


Watch the book trailer for The House of Silk the new Sherlock Holmes novel from Anthony Horowitz!


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Gillian Flynn talks about Sharp Objects


Award-winning author Gillian Flynn talks about her stunning debut novel Sharp Objects and gives a sneak preview of what she is working on next.


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DIANA GABALDON at the HIGHLAND GAMES


The bestselling author of the Outlander series, Diana Gabaldon, was guest of honour at this year's Inverness Highland Games. We spent the day with her at the Games, accompanied her to her signing session, and found out what her fans think of the series so far.


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Patrick Rothfuss discusses The Wise Man's Fear


Our next installment features Patrick Rothfuss telling us about what's next for Kvothe, Auri, Wil and Sim when they return in The Wise Man's Fear.


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Gollancz authors - Men versus Women


Gollancz science fiction & fantasy authors Jaine Fenn, Alex Bell, Suzanne McLeod, Joe Abercrombie, Richard Morgan and Alastair Reynolds discuss the difference between female and male SF & Fantasy writers...


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Pippa Funnell, Eventing's No. 1 Horserider


World-famous horserider, Pippa Funnell, introduces her bestselling book series,Tilly's Pony Tails. And talks about her charming lead character, Tilly, a girl who is also a horse whisperer. Also packed with Pippa's expert advice, it's perfect for every girl who has ever longed for a pony of her own, . Take a leap into Tilly's world at www.tillysponytails.co.uk.


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MICHAEL CONNELLY TALKS ABOUT THE SCARECROW


Bestselling author MIchael Connelly talks about his new novel The Scarecrow at a sell-out event at Waterstone's Piccadily, London on 13th May 2009.


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Actress Julie Walters talks about her autobiography, That's Another Story


Julie Walters discusses That's Another Story - the warm, moving and utterly entertaining autobiography by the nation's best-loved actress. For more information on the book, go to www.orionbooks.co.uk


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Michael Palin reads from Halfway to Hollywood


Michael Palin reads from the second volume of his diaires, Halfway to Hollywood. Covering the years 1980 to 1988, the diaries go behind the scenes of the making of films such as The Meaning of Life, Brazil, The Missionary and A Fish Called Wanda. Halfway to Hollywood is a fascinating insight for Python and film fans alike.


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Maeve Binchy on Minding Frankie


The world's favourite storyteller, Maeve Binchy, talks about her brand-new novel, MINDING FRANKIE. In bookshops from 30th September, MINDING FRANKIE a story about unconventional families, relationships which aren't quite what they seem, and the child at the heart of everyone's lives . . .


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White Crow by Marcus Sedgwick


Find out what awaits us after death in the terrifying new thriller from award-winning children's author, Marcus Sedgwick.


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Harlan Coben - HOLD TIGHT trailer


HOLD TIGHT! The powerful new thriller from the No. 1 bestselling author is out now in paperback. Watch this chilling teaser to whet your appetite and for details on how you could WIN an iPHONE.


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Dark Matter


The chilling book trailer for the haunting new novel by Michelle Paver.


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Gateway Trailer


Joe Abercrombie, Alastair Reynolds, Justina Robson and Peter F. Hamilton discuss their favourite genre classics in the Gateway launch video. Gateway a new format for the future. www.sfgateway.com


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Book Trailer for Richard Morgan's THE COLD COMMANDS


Richard Morgan returns with the stunning sequel to THE STEEL REMAINS.


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Gerald Scarfe on the making of Pink Floyd's The Wall


Gerald Scarfe reveals all in his new book, the definitive visual guide to the making of The Wall.


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Get ready to ROCK with Horrid Henry and the Killer Boy Rats!


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Joe Abercrombie interview Part 2 - Best Served Cold


Fantasy writer Joe Abercrombie discusses his latest novel, Best Served Cold, and writing trilogies as compared to stand-alone novels with Blackwells' Marcus Gipps.


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Linwood Barclay talks about No Time For Goodbye


Author Linwood Barclay talks about his sensational debut and Richard and Judy Summer Read No Time For Goodbye. He reveals the inspiration behind the book, his writing process and gives us an exclusive insight into his next book, Too Close to Home


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The BRAND NEW BOOK Horrid Henry and the Zombie Vampire by Francesca Simon and illustrated by Tony Ross, will be published by Orion Children's Books on 1st September 2011. Visit www.horridhenry.co.uk for more details. VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE HORRID HENRY BOOK at www.horridhenry.co.uk


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The Undrowned Child by Michelle Lovric


1899. Venice and London are dying and a long-ago prophecy of an enchanted child has been awakened in the cities' poisoned waters. Watch this stunning trailer for the critically acclaimed books, THE UNDROWNED CHILD and THE MOURNING EMPORIUM by Michelle Lovric. To find out more, go to www.undrownedchild.com.


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Paul Torday, author of the Richard & Judy bestseller SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN talks about his new paperback THE IRRESISTIBLE INHERITANCE OF WILBERFORCE


The author of the Richard and Judy bestseller, Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, talks about his irresistible new book as well as giving as glimpse behind his third novel, The Girl on the Landing which is due out in February 2009.


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Maeve Binchy on Dublin


The world's favourite storyteller, Maeve Binchy, talks about her home-town Dublin, the setting for all of her bestselling novels.


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GILLIAN FLYNN TALKS ABOUT DARK PLACES


Award winning author Gillian Flynn talks about her new novel Dark Places. Set in 1980's Kansas and the present day it tells the story of the Day family who were murdered by brother and son, Ben. Or were they? Twenty years later the only survivor, his sister Libby, starts to investigate whether she put the wrong person away...


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Andy McNab's BATTLEFIELD 3: THE RUSSIAN TRAILER


Andy McNab discusses his brand new novel BATTLEFIELD 3: THE RUSSIAN. BATTLEFIELD 3 footage is courtesy of EA Games.


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Ian Rankin on Fleshmarket Close


Bestselling author Ian Rankin talks about his Inspector Rebus novel Fleshmarket Close.


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