Leonora's 2-book deal formally announced

[E G Logan]

A brief summary of the news coverage in today's Bookseller. (She wouldn't have posted it herself.)

I haven't attached a link, because I'm not sure if only subscribers can access it...
" Viper snares historical thriller debut
Serpent’s Tail’s newly launched crime imprint Viper have signed a historical "whodunnit" as part of a two-book deal with debut author (and keen Litopian) Leonora.

Miranda Jewess, senior commissioning editor at the Serpent's Tail imprint, secured UK and Commonwealth rights from Giles Milburn of the Madeleine Milburn Literary, TV & Film Agency to historical thriller Black Drop and a second book. Black Drop is slated for publication in autumn 2021.

Jewess said: "This book pulls off the difficult feat of being both a compelling whodunnit, and also a rich and vivid historical novel. Leonora's feeling and flair for the period puts the reader in the very heart of 18th-century London. I am incredibly excited to publish such an exciting new author."

"I have always admired Serpent's Tail, and am delighted to be a part of their new Viper imprint," Leonora said. "It is a thrill to be working with the formidably brilliant Miranda Jewess on two forthcoming books."

Milburn added: "Black Drop is deeply absorbing historical thriller that propels the reader through the sights, smells, intrigue and murder of eighteenth century London. I can’t wait for Miranda and the Viper team to get their fangs into the publishing of it, and for readers to enjoy Leonora’s amazing story-telling abilities." "

 

[Eva Ulian]

Yesssssssssssss... looks good. You've done it @Leonora

 

[Emily]

THIS IS SO BRILLIANT!! Well done, @Leonora

 

[KateESal]

Whoop, whoop, whoop!!!!

So delighted for you, @Leonora — well-deserved after all the hard work!

 

[Rich.]

Fantastic news, Leonora! I'm absolutely stoked for you and grinning from ear to ear!

 

[Barbara]

Brilliant. Just brilliant. You so deserve this!!!!

 

[Ann B.]

Congratulations. Amazing news!!

 

[RK Wallis]

You must be so chuffed, I'm chuffed for you. Fantastic write up And thanks to @E G Logan for sharing it! So wonderful for you @Leonora!

 

[Nikky Lee]

I didn't know it was a TWO book deal, that's amazing! Awesome news! And a very cool write up

 

[Steve C]

I am having a drink to your success but think I may have overdone it. 'Hic'
Super Big Well Done

 

[David Weller]

Congratulations!!!

 

[AliG]

Superb news. Well done indeed.

 

[Leonora]

Great to have someone else do my showing off for me! Thanks for all your kind comments! (Wanted a hug emoji, but there's never one when you need one!)

 

[Kitty]

What amazing news! I spotted that in The Bookseller but hadn't realised it was you!

 

[Ancora Imparo]

Have only just seen this @Leonora and wanted to add my congratulations! Well done – fantastic news!

 

[Leonora]

Have only just seen this @Leonora and wanted to add my congratulations! Well done – fantastic news!

Thank you!

 

[Rachel Caldecott]

A brief summary of the news coverage in today's Bookseller. (She wouldn't have posted it herself.)

I haven't attached a link, because I'm not sure if only subscribers can access it...
" Viper snares historical thriller debut
Serpent’s Tail’s newly launched crime imprint Viper have signed a historical "whodunnit" as part of a two-book deal with debut author (and keen Litopian) Leonora.

Miranda Jewess, senior commissioning editor at the Serpent's Tail imprint, secured UK and Commonwealth rights from Giles Milburn of the Madeleine Milburn Literary, TV & Film Agency to historical thriller Black Drop and a second book. Black Drop is slated for publication in autumn 2021.

Jewess said: "This book pulls off the difficult feat of being both a compelling whodunnit, and also a rich and vivid historical novel. Leonora's feeling and flair for the period puts the reader in the very heart of 18th-century London. I am incredibly excited to publish such an exciting new author."

"I have always admired Serpent's Tail, and am delighted to be a part of their new Viper imprint," Leonora said. "It is a thrill to be working with the formidably brilliant Miranda Jewess on two forthcoming books."

Milburn added: "Black Drop is deeply absorbing historical thriller that propels the reader through the sights, smells, intrigue and murder of eighteenth century London. I can’t wait for Miranda and the Viper team to get their fangs into the publishing of it, and for readers to enjoy Leonora’s amazing story-telling abilities." "

Late to the party... but massive congratulations to a lovely woman (and clearly a great writer)

 

[Patricia D]

Congratulations!

 

[Leonora]

Congratulations!

Thank you!

 

[Leonora]

Late to the party... but massive congratulations to a lovely woman (and clearly a great writer)

Thanks Rachel. Hope things are ok for you at home now.

 

[Rachel Caldecott]

Thanks Rachel. Hope things are ok for you at home now.

Not exactly, but at least I'm never bored