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For more than a century, Mary Ann Cotton was the most prolific serial killer in UK history, until Harold Shipman surpassed her victim count in 2000. 🗃️ www.murdermayhem.uk/p/the-most-p...

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The Milgram Shock Experiment, m shows how ordinary people can kill. But, would you succumb to it. 🗃️ www.murdermayhem.uk/p/why-ordina...

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When I stayed at home during Covid I learned who Joe Exotic was. I could have done more 🤣🗃️

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The last ten days I have been hit by the dreaded flu bug. I haven't written, read or interacted much. I know I owe some of you some email replies, you know who you are. Well today I feel better - I am back 🤣 www.samharnold.com/p/dont-add-t...

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I write on a variety of subjects History, Crime, Books and Writing. 90% of what I share is completely free. Come and check out my newsletters. substack.com/@samharnold?...

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Do you think audiobooks are reading? If you say no you need to consider that oral books are the earliest form of story telling, all sitting around a fire telling stories. Dickens serialised novels were read round the fireplace a father to his family.💙📚

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Edith married the widowed Wilson in 1915, during his first term in office. She was First Lady of the United States until 1921. 🗃️ www.murdermayhem.uk/p/edith-wils...

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Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book last weekend from a talented debut author. Pre-order it today.

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Whoever thinks banning books is a good idea has never met a teenager. The one thing that will make them do something is being told they can't.

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One of the parts I find the most difficult with writing is cutting those beautiful passages I took ages to write. Kill your darlings 😂 To get over this I have created a snippets folder to paste these into. They might not be right for the current article but who is to say they will never be useful.

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How cute are these two together?

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The reason I write is so people read my work. Which is why it made no sense for me to hide everything behind a paywall. So I’m mixing it up. www.samharnold.com/p/changing-i...

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This is a brilliant story which is truly horrific in places. I do however wonder if she could do with an editors who isn’t afraid to tell her to cut words out. Having said that I can’t wait to read the last instalment and the good far out weighs the bad. 💙📚

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My favourite read this month, by a long margin is The House in the Cerulean Sea. Honorary mention to Tarnished that was my first five star read of 2025. 💙📚

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I’m looking to connect with people who are: ✍️ New Writers 📚 💙 Bookworms 🩸True Crime Fans 🗃️ History fans 🧠 Thinkers You will find something in my content for all these topics. If you write similar leave a comment and we can support each other.

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The American army was outgunned and outmanned, a fact Washington knew. He decided the only way to win the war was to set up a spy ring to gather information on the enemy. He hired some very interesting recruits including Agent 355, believed to be a woman. 🗃️ www.murdermayhem.uk/p/the-woman-...

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Things I Miss From the 80s * Slamming the phone down * Fighting the chewed up tape out of the player * Going to pick my evening viewing from Blockbusters What about you?

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I’m sorry the whole idea of my journal is it’s the only thing in my life that doesn’t answer back.

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I’m not sure who loved this book more my daughter who I read it to or me. What a beautiful addictive adventure, a must for all book lovers. Can’t wait to read more from this series. #Books 💙📚

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To whoever that need to hear this, #quotes #happiness #toyoufromsteph

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How did a book about one man's life that nothing really happens in become so addictive and engaging. The simple answer is the beautiful writing the delicate prose and the simply wonderful story. William Stoner breaks my heart on so many levels. This is an absolute classic for a reason. 💙📚 #books

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Thought I would share my favourite poem with you today.

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 20 of 20

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One of the most overlooked aspects of a routine is the opportunity to reflection & goal set. Taking a few moments to contemplate your priorities and set intentions can be transformative. It aligns your actions with your values, ensuring that you spend your time on what truly matters to you.

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Indie Authors What is the one thing you struggle with in regards to your books. Is it promotion, finding beta readers, finding reviewers or something else? I am looking at changing my offer on my website and want to know what would be the most benefit to you.

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 18 of 20

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 17 of 20

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When you read for a weekend and complete 300 pages the normal length of your books and realise you are only a quarter of the way through. Thank you JK Rowling 😆 💙📚 #Books

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Where do your ideas come from? www.samharnold.com/p/where-do-i...

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 16 of 20

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 15 of 20

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There is something extremely rewarding about reading classic novels as the first readers did. In serial form. 💙📚 #books thebookchronicle.substack.com/p/the-joy-of...

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 14 of 20

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The Holocaust turned ordinary men into professional killers. But what makes ordinary people become killers? 🗃️ www.murdermayhem.uk/p/the-holoca...

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Check out my full review next week but this was one of the best debut novels I have read. Also my first five star read of the year. #books 💙📚

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Finished Project Hail Mary today wow what a book. Am a little concerned about the film being made mainly because I think Hollywood will focus on the twist rather than the real ending and I bet they try to humanise Rocky. What do you think? #books 💙📚 #amreading

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 12 of 20

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Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. #BookSky 💙📚 #BookChallenge #Books 11 of 20

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