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There is a unique joy in giving gifts, one that often grows stronger with age. While many find pleasure in selecting presents for others, receiving a gift can still hold a special place in the heart—especially when that gift is a new book. More specifically, a hardback book carries a charm that goes beyond the words printed inside. It offers a sensory experience, a promise of quiet moments, and a lasting presence on the shelf. This post explores why hardback books remain a me

What inspired you to start writing crime fiction?     Understandably the inspiration came initially from my involvement in criminal trials as a defence solicitor. In addition, while my novels are fictional, I have always enjoyed a fascination for true crime stories, particularly those which involve a compelling court case.   How does your two decades as a court solicitor in Glasgow, influence your crime writing?  Obviously having been a criminal practitioner has held me in go

I just wanted to say 'hello' and a big 'thank you' for visiting my new website, brendanmaguire.com  and reading my first ever blog post! I wanted to create a site, to simply showcase the books I've written over the years! And provide a central place, where my readers and those interested in my writing, can keep abreast with what I'm currently working on, see my books and hopefully purchase them too! Thanks to everyone who has bought one of my books, left a super review on