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Caught Between Two Worlds: An Aid Worker’s Inner Turmoil in Laura Fish’s ‘Lying Perfectly Still'

Belle Kenyon

Nov 13
2 min

Caught Between Two Worlds: An Aid Worker’s Inner Turmoil in Laura Fish’s ‘Lying Perfectly Still'

Fly on the Wall Press is excited to announce the acquisition of Laura Fish’s third novel, Lying Perfectly Still, set to be released on...

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FLY ON THE WALL PRESS ACQUIRES SHORT FICTION COLLECTION ‘MAPS OF IMAGINARY TOWNS’ BY SJ BRADLEY

Belle Kenyon

Nov 8
2 min

FLY ON THE WALL PRESS ACQUIRES SHORT FICTION COLLECTION ‘MAPS OF IMAGINARY TOWNS’ BY SJ BRADLEY

Independent publisher Fly on the Wall Press has acquired world exclusive rights to Maps of Imaginary Towns, a literary fiction collection...

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This Christmas with Fly on the Wall Press

louisawagstaff

Nov 8
4 min

This Christmas with Fly on the Wall Press

As the days are getting shorter and the rain continues to pour down, Fly on the Wall Press has the perfect offerings to get you through...

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Announcing 'Ingrown': Katie Oliver’s second collection!

Belle Kenyon

Nov 7
1 min

Announcing 'Ingrown': Katie Oliver’s second collection!

‘The hairs are always buried much deeper than you think.’ Immerse yourself in the depths of the uncanny in Katie Oliver’s...

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Fly on the Wall Press Announces Winners of the 2023 Aryamati Poetry Prize

Belle Kenyon

Oct 30
3 min

Fly on the Wall Press Announces Winners of the 2023 Aryamati Poetry Prize

Fly on the Wall Press is excited to announce the winners of the 2023 Aryamati Poetry Prize for social change and peace poetry, as chosen...

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louisawagstaff

Oct 5
3 min

Journey into the world of The Sleepless

Imposing mountainous regions. Vast swathes of heathered moorland. Endless stretches of soft sand, carpeting the waves that extend out to...

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The Aryamati Prize 2023 Shortlist Announced!

Belle Kenyon

Oct 2
2 min

The Aryamati Prize 2023 Shortlist Announced!

A big thank you to everyone who entered the Aryamati Poetry Prize this year. We loved reading the various interpretations of the theme of...

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Sleepless Nights: Exploring the Dark Side of Our Obsession with Productivity

louisawagstaff

Sep 15
6 min

Sleepless Nights: Exploring the Dark Side of Our Obsession with Productivity

We spend a full third of our lives sleeping, our eyes closed, our minds drifting into dreams. Studies show that this is a necessity:...

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Upcoming Events from Fly on the Wall Press!

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 28
2 min

Upcoming Events from Fly on the Wall Press!

This autumn sees Fly on the Wall facing an exciting schedule of events - from book launches to panel discussions, imaginative tales to...

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The History of Female Police Officers in Scotland and Donna Moore's 'The Unpicking'

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 24
6 min

The History of Female Police Officers in Scotland and Donna Moore's 'The Unpicking'

In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the history of the female police officers in Scotland that inspired 'The Unpicking'.

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Join Author Rachel Grosvenor for Exciting Events Featuring 'The Finery'!

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 18
3 min

Join Author Rachel Grosvenor for Exciting Events Featuring 'The Finery'!

Wondering where to listen to Rachel Grosvenor discuss her debut fantasy novel, or looking to get your copy signed? Look no further!

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Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 15
2 min

Spotlight: South Asian Heritage Month

We shine a spotlight on three exceptional works by writers of South Asian heritage that explore themes of identity, migration, & resistance.

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The Guardian reviews 'The Finery' by Rachel Grosvenor!

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 14
2 min

The Guardian reviews 'The Finery' by Rachel Grosvenor!

Fly on the Wall Press were thrilled to see The Finery reviewed by Lisa Tuttle for The Guardian on Friday!

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'The Naming of Moths' by Tracy Fells: Story Blurbs!

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 12
4 min

'The Naming of Moths' by Tracy Fells: Story Blurbs!

We're excited to reveal these mini-blurbs to give you a glimpse into the magical stories within The Naming of Moths!

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Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 11
1 min

Fly on the Wall's Summer Sale

Summer is in full swing, and what better way to celebrate sunny days and long, lazy afternoons than with a book in hand?

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Finding hope in the face of systemic corruption: "The Unpicking" by Donna Moore

Amelie Watson

Aug 11
2 min

Finding hope in the face of systemic corruption: "The Unpicking" by Donna Moore

Asylums, syphilis, and suffragettes. In her new novel, The Unpicking, Donna Moore encapsulates the way in which pioneering women fought...

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Sneak Peek: 'The Naming of Moths' by Tracy Fells

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 10
2 min

Sneak Peek: 'The Naming of Moths' by Tracy Fells

With this exclusive extract, we're excited to unveil the first page of the titular story...

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Sneak peek: 'The Finery' by Rachel Grosvenor

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Aug 1
2 min

Sneak peek: 'The Finery' by Rachel Grosvenor

We're excited to share an exclusive excerpt from Rachel Grosvenor's The Finery with you!

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Unleash Your Poetry: Join Rosanna McGlone's Free Writing Workshops!

Belle Kenyon

Jul 24
2 min

Unleash Your Poetry: Join Rosanna McGlone's Free Writing Workshops!

Are you passionate about poetry and eager to enhance your writing skills? If you've ever wondered how to transform a first draft into an...

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An Evening with Rachel Grosvenor and 'The Finery' at House of Books & Friends

Daisy Simpson-Talmer

Jul 17
2 min

An Evening with Rachel Grosvenor and 'The Finery' at House of Books & Friends

Exciting news! Fly on the Wall Press are delighted to share that on Friday 18th August, House of Books & Friends will be hosting an event...

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