The Organist and The Magistrate – Richard Trahair (g 70)

Richard Trahair invites you to an insider view of the British Criminal Justice System and the life of a church organist in two entertaining short stories. Two tales of misadventure and crime, illustrating the role of both a church organ and its player, and also of a lay Justice of the Peace, drawn from the … Read more

The Peppered Moth – Adam Preston (d 84)

On the most important day in his business calendar, Michael Peel awakes to find that he has undergone an inconvenient transformation. Melissa Viney, frequent Guardian journalist and presenter of BBC Radio 4’s “Something Understood”, describes The Peppered Moth as “a hilarious and pacey debut novel.” which “had me laughing out loud.” Inspired by the grotesque … Read more

No Lift and No Stairs – Ian Hey (g 83)

38-year-old Hawkwind fan and Stoneway’s removal porter Peter Booth has recently split up with long-time girlfriend, Sarah, and finds himself in a tiny studio flat, self-confidence dwindling and alcohol levels rising. Possible salvation appears in the form of Stoneway’s new employee, the attractive and sophisticated, Emily. A relationship tentatively blossoms but Peter is aghast to … Read more

Wilfred and the Half-Pintle – Peter Stride (g 64)

Wilfred, an Anglo-Saxon youth of the old Druid faith: Survives a Viking massacre and prolonged depression Becomes an expert herbalist and protects the natural environment Seeks a cure for cancer among the old Anglo-Saxon nine herbs charm He becomes an expert but reluctant swordsman Cures King Alfred’s bowel disease and fights in his shield wall … Read more