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SUMMARY:Jack Jewers
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to welcome Jack Jewers to the Book Tree to discuss his new book Seething Lane which returns to the world of his critically acclaimed historical thriller\, The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys. \nPepys’ diaries have enthralled generations of readers with their exciting and frequently hilarious confessions about day-to-day life during the Restoration.  \nPepys witnessed some of the most dramatic events in English history\, from the return of Charles II to the horrors of the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London\, but put his pen down for the last time in the early summer of 1669… or did he?! \nJack’s debut novel The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys was described as “impressive… a lively historical thriller” by The Times. The book went on to be chosen as a Sunday Times historical fiction book of the year\, and a book of the month by the Financial Times and The Independent\, who’s said that “debuts don’t come better than this”. \nHis follow up Seething Lane is a compelling and inventive theatrical drama\, bringing Pepys back to life through rich historical detail\, thrilling adventure\, and a twisting murder mystery set in the world of London theatre. \nWe will chat with Jack about the book\, his writing\, research and inspiration. There will be a chance for the audience to ask questions and Jack will sign copies at the end of the evening. \nThe bookshop door will be open from 7pm and complementary drinks will be available until the event starts at 7.30pm. \nThe event is free to attend\, but booking is essential. Please contact the shop or use the form below to reserve your seats. \nWe hope to see you there! \n  \nAbout the Book\nA thrilling and atmospheric historical adventure which brilliantly reimagines infamous diarist Samuel Pepys and conjures up the world of London theatre in 1670. Hugely entertaining — Anna Mazzola \nI loved this: a taut murder mystery set in the richly atmospheric time of Restoration London\, a period Jewers brings vividly back to life. It is a joy – compelling\, exciting\, moving and like all the best murder-mysteries\, with enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing to the very end — James Holland \nJanuary 1670. London is enduring its worst winter in decades\, and Nell Gwyn is about to make her scandalous return to the stage. \nCalled upon to investigate the brutal murder of a libertine aristocrat\, Pepys discovers that the dead man is connected to a mysterious visitor in the most shocking way possible. The investigation leads Pepys from the glamorous world of royal mistresses to the new theatre on Drury Lane. \nFilled with real historical characters including the actress Nell Gwen\, the playwright Aphra Behn and many of King Charles II’s mistresses\, in Seething Lane Jack Jewers brings Britain’s most infamous diary back to life for a modern audience. \nReimagining one of Britain’s greatest historical figures through a 21st century lens\, Seething Lane is a gripping new mystery from the author of the critically acclaimed historical thriller The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys. \nHard to imagine Samuel Pepys being any more interesting than he already was\, but Jack Jewers has done it for him\, imaginatively\, brilliantly and convincingly — Rev. Richard Coles \nAn action-packed\, thoroughly entertaining read\, full of adventure and amazing historical detail — My Weekly on The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys \n  \nAbout the Author\nJack Jewers is a filmmaker and writer. His 2022 debut\, The Lost Diary of Samuel Pepys\, was named one of the Sunday Times’ historical fiction books of the year\, and a book of the month by The Independent and Financial Times. He regularly appears at literary festivals including Chalk\, Cheltenham and Hay\, and his career has been spent telling stories across multiple media formats and his work includes film\, TV\, and digital media. \nHis films have been shown at international film festivals\, including Cannes\, New York\, Marseille\, Dublin\, and London’s FrightFest\, garnering multiple accolades\, including an award from the Royal Television Society and a nomination from BAFTA Wales for Best Short Film. Jack’s passion for history has led him to many unexpected places\, from uncovering hidden love stories in 3000-year-old poetry\, to sending a portrait of Shakespeare into space. \nSeething Lane is Jack’s second novel.
URL:https://www.pickeringbooktree.co.uk/event/jack-jewers/
LOCATION:Pickering Book Tree\, 43a Market Place\, Pickering\, YO18 7AE
CATEGORIES:Crime Fiction,Fiction,Historical Fiction,In Conversation With,Meet the Author,Mystery
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SUMMARY:Carrie Martin
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome the wonderful Carrie Martin to the Book Tree as part of Pickering Midsummer Festival CIC’s Rooted series of events with the launch concert for her much anticipated new album\, Le Fay. \nThe title track is based on Morgan le Fay\, a powerful enchantress in Celtic mythology and Arthurian legend. Le Fay is a mystical album with elements of myth\, magic and spirituality. We are excited to hear Carrie share original songs from her new collection\, and some of the stories behind writing them\, live at this event! \nCarrie’s music spans an eclectic mix of folk\, blues and prog rock influences. She is an incredible song writer\, vocalist and guitarist\, and this is sure to be a fantastic evening. \nThe show will be opened by singer-songwriter John Drakes playing self-penned songs and covers in the traditional style. \nCarrie will then perform two sets\, one showcasing favourites from her extensive back catalogue of music\, and one playing tracks from her stunning new album Le Fay to celebrate its launch. \nThe event will be held in our atmospheric upstairs events space\, surrounded by the building’s old oak beams. Drinks will be available at an informal bar before the show and during the interval. \nThe bookshop door and bar will be open from 7pm\, and the concert will start at 7.30pm. \n  \nAbout the Musician\nMartin is equally skilled on guitar\, on vocals and as writer. The voice is distinctive- the crystalline purity and range of a Kate Bush\, the depth and delicacy of a Sandy Denny. And the songs to which she applies them stand up with any of her peers. The chord sequence of the title track evokes Joni Micthell’s Hejira album — Trevor Raggatt\, RnR Magazine \nBorn in Hull\, Carrie Martin is an acoustic guitarist and singer/songwriter from East Yorkshire UK. Mentored by instrumental guitarist Gordon Giltrap MBE she has attracted endorsements from Vintage Guitars\, G7th Capos\, Martin Strings and most recently she has become an artist for Faith Guitars. \nHer last three albums Seductive Sky\, Entity and Evergreen have included guests Elliott Randall\, Gordon Giltrap\, Oliver Wakeman\, Daniel Cassidy (brother of late Eva Cassidy) ex Bad Company guitarist Dave Colwell\, John Verity (Argent) and Roger Fisher (ex Heart guitarist). \nCarrie has performed in Canada on tour and has represented Vintage Guitars three times at the Namm Show In California. She also guests at various guitar shows around the UK to demo her use of open tunings. \nMay 2023 saw her take to the stage at The Roses Theatre\, Tewkesbury\, alongside Gordon Giltrap MBE\, Oliver Wakeman and the mighty Rick Wakeman CBE … which led to Rick quoting Carrie as ‘Phenomenal’. The following year she was invited by Rick to join him on stage for Morning Has Broken. \nIt’s pretty obvious from the moment you hear Carrie Martin sing that she is an outstanding vocalist with passion in each breath. Don’t be too sidetracked by that voice and stage persona and well-crafted songs\, because you might just miss the fact that she is a fine guitar player as well! — Gordon Giltrap \n  \nFind Out More\nFollow Carrie on Facebook or Instagram \nRead more about Carrie on her website \nExplore Carrie’s music on Bandcamp or YouTube \n  \nTickets\n£12 from the bookshop counter or online from the Pickering Festival: Rooted Ticket Source page \n \nDirect link to the event booking page here
URL:https://www.pickeringbooktree.co.uk/event/carrie-martin/
LOCATION:Pickering Book Tree\, 43a Market Place\, Pickering\, YO18 7AE
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Pickering Festival: Rooted
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