@matthewharffy
Author of the BERNICIA CHRONICLES, the A TIME FOR SWORDS series, DARK FRONTIER, WOLF OF WESSEX. Co-host of Rock, Paper, Swords! The Historical Action and Adventure Podcast. https://linktr.ee/MatthewHarffy
The cover of JITTERBUG by Gareth L Powell features a stylised rocket silhouette at the centre of an orrery, with a space suited figure dangling in its wake
Just a reminder that early reviews really help new books gain visibility and readers. So if you enjoy JITTERBUG, please drop a quick review on Goodreads, Amazon, etc. I’d really appreciate it 😀
I had a BLAST discussing everything from the daily life of a #historicalnovelist, to my relocation to glorious #York, to how I managed to put myself in a wheelchair with @matthewharffy.bsky.social and @justinhillauthor.bsky.social on their brilliant ROCK, PAPER SWORD open.spotify.com/episode/4rQu...
Look who's "Author of the Month" in @SheldonCommunityLibrary in Birmingham!
Thanks to Jules Chance for the photo.
Have you seen any of my books in your local library?
From the US to the UK — and the NHS.
Sophie Perinot on relocating, writing across markets, and how the historical fiction industry has evolved.
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You'll love Druss! LEGEND is an astounding book.
David Gemmell is one of my favourite authors and a huge inspiration. Dunston in Wolf of Wessex is heavily influenced by Druss the Legend. It was a tragedy when he passed away at the age of 57, but his tales remain. Check out this new website all about him.
davidgemmell.com/
The words are flowing and the final act is rocketing along. And I got to have a nice walk in the sunshine with Blue. Happy #worldbookday!
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It's #worldbookday! What are you reading today?
Interested in trying out the dictation software I've started using? You can get a month free of Wispr Flow by following this referral link and signing up. If you do, I also get a free month. So far, I've dictated over 24k words in two weeks!
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Another great day's writing. The story is really zipping along now and heading towards its conclusion. #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
Tips for Writing, Publishing & Marketing your Novel, the book I wrote with Steven A. McKay, has a swanky new cover, thanks to Gareth Jones. If you're looking for something concise, but at the same time useful, check it out.
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Excited to share details of my event at Wrexham Carnival of Words on 1 May when I’ll do battle for the 1930s era against other historical fiction writers! Come and cheer me on! 👇
#roseandrenzo
A quick writing update from Sunny Wiltshire. I've got books, master classes, and events on the horizon. I've been busy, busy, busy!
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On the Rock, Paper, Swords podcast Patreon, the March Bonus episode is all about our roads to publishing. This and all previous bonus episodes are available on Patreon now.
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“One must admire Thurstan’s perseverance,” she said. “It’s an impossible task he’s been set. It’s killed all his men already. Yet he struggles on.”
“He’s safeguarding a saint.”
“He doesn’t believe that, Pandulf. He doesn’t believe in anything sacred.”
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Any book reviewers in the house? Bane of Bernicia is now available on NetGalley. Happy Friday!
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The best day of writing on this novel so far, in terms of word count. The dictation software is continuing to be a success. I can see the end in sight. #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
As the Great Fire devours London, a simple clerk investigates several mysterious murders. A feast for historical thriller fans from @andrewjrtaylor.bsky.social. A colossal sprawl of religious and political intrigue in a Restoration crime epic. My review: paulfinch-writer.blogspot.com/2018/02/out-...
We had a great conversation last night with Sophie Perinot. I've just finished editing the episode and it will be live on the 6th of March. Like us Sophie will also be at the Historical Novel Society conference in August. Looking forward to that immensely.
Paul Finch reviews WOLF OF WESSEX!
"Rich in atmosphere, beautifully written and packed with intense combat. Great escapist fun in the best axe-wielding tradition."
Thank you, Paul!
In Saxon Wessex, a hoary old warrior uncovers a threat to the kingdom. Strong characters sit at the heart of this rollicking adventure from @matthewharffy.bsky.social. Rich in atmosphere, beautifully written and packed with intense combat. Great escapist fun in the best axe-wielding tradition.
First day using new dictation software, and it's been pretty productive. I hadn't used dictation for a while, but it's certainly great for getting your ideas down quickly, even though it does require quite a lot of editing after the fact. #author #writingcommunity #amwriting
I so enjoyed my chat with @matthewharffy.bsky.social and @justinhillauthor.bsky.social. If you’re interested to hear more about the forthcoming Rose & Renzo, you can listen on YouTube now 🇮🇹❤️
Great day out yesterday with friends old and new. Wonderful game of rugby. Best atmosphere we've had in a Wales game for ages, and Wales almost won! What a bummer that they didn't!
In this episode of Rock, Paper, Swords!, we’re joined by @carolynmanc.bsky.social, author of The Song of Peterloo and Rose & Renzo, to talk about protest, resistance, and writing politically charged historical fiction.
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Quote from today:
Helvius Rufus looked back at the white expanse of cut rock. Slapping a hand on his tunic, he cursed at the dust that came off the wool.
“By the gods, I could not live like that,” he said. “All dust, stone and angry slaves.”
“Fire and fighting more your thing?” asked Severus.
A good chat with my wife at the weekend has helped me fix some of the holes and issues in this book. Making good progress and I can see there is a reasonably clear path ahead now! How is your week shaping up? #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors
Pre-order Bane of Bernicia from Waterstones online between today and midnight 20 February 2026 to get 25% off the RRP! Just enter code FEB26 at checkout.
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I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Robert Duvall. He was a wonderful actor who appeared in some of my favourite films. When I was writing Dark Frontier, I could hear his voice when writing the dialogue for Jed White. What's your favourite #RobertDuvall film?
