We have to remember the new novels - Outback and now Thin Ice - are not written by Desmond Bagley, they are only using a draft character he never actually published. However readers might be interested in this new, on-going series. As promised here is the final book cover and Amazon UK link for the new novel … Continue reading Update on the new novel – Thin Ice

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Well it's been a surprisingly busy year for Desmond Bagley, not least of which is the continued success of author Michael Davies in picking up the baton of the traditional British Thriller genre, and running with it, taking Bagley's original character to new places in stories just as exciting as … Continue reading Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Search "Desmond Bagley" on Amazon UK and you'll find most of the previous generation double-novel Kindle books priced between £2.99 and £4.99. For two novels per book this is great value! https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Desmond+Bagley

Black Friday? Outback, the 2nd Bill Kemp novel is even cheaper on Amazon UK. The paperback's just £8.99 and the Kindle version £5.99.

A new plaque commemorating our author was unveiled at the address in Blackpool where Desmond Bagley lived during his formative years, after leaving Kendal and before setting off, overland to Africa as a young man. The event was attended by David Brawn, Head of Estates Publishing at Harper Collins UK, Joan Humble of the Blackpool … Continue reading Blackpool – Blue Plaque Unveiled.

The paperback edition of "Outback" Michael Davies's tribute to Desmond Bagley and his hero Bill Kemp, is out today. BUT take a look - the Hardback edition is only 44p more!! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008581398/

The paperback edition of Outback, the officially approved continuation of Desmond Bagley's Bill Kemp novels, is out on the 26th October 2023. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008581398/

The cat is finally our of the bag. Read more about this excellent news here: https://www.blackpoolsocial.club/41794-the-secret-bestseller-honouring-blackpools-little-known-thriller-writer/

A third novel featuring Desmond Bagley's hero Bill Kemp has been commissioned by Harper Collins UK and is due for release on the 1st August 2024. Written by author, journalist and dramatist, Michael Davies, it will be continuing the adventures of our insurance investigator who has just faced the blistering heat of the Australian desert … Continue reading Thin Ice – Bill Kemp no.3

The Desmond Bagley Centenary thriller Outback in currently on special offer over on Amazon UK. A 30% discount can be had for the hardback edition. If you haven't already, now is a good time to get yourself a copy. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Outback-Desmond-Bagley-Centenary-Thriller/dp/0008581355/