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Tomorrow we publish Steel Girls on the Home Front, the third instalment in Michelle Rawlins’ epic wartime saga series. To mark the occasion, Michelle joins us to reflect on her inspiration behind these brilliant books, as well as shine a light on the true-life story of Sheffield’s steel girls. Read More

Chapter 1 East Devon – January 1854 Edwin Farringdon had much to consider as with faithful black Labrador Ellery by his side, he made his way down the sunken lane where frost still gathered in pockets. His meeting with Quarry Manager, Tom Wakeley, had not gone well. Not only… Read More

For as long as I can remember I have bowed my head at 11am every year on November 11 and thought about all those who valiantly lost their lives fighting a war to help ensure a safer world for us all to live in. As a little girl, I would… Read More

To celebrate Independent Bookshop Week, Michelle Rawlins – author of The Steel Girls – shares her love for the very special Barnsley bookshop she visits with her family. Something rather special For as long as I can remember, I have loved bookshops. It stems from being a regular visitor… Read More