The Book of Phobias and Manias

The Book of Phobias and ManiasA thrilling compendium of our deepest fears and obsessions by the bestselling author of The Suspicions of Mr Whicher. Ever been struck dumb when speaking in public? You might be suffering from glossophobia. Do your book buying habits verge on bibliomania? Do you recoil in arachnophobic horror at the sight of a spider or twitch with nomophobia when you misplace your mobile phone? Our fears and compulsions often feel like part of our deepest selves yet

Treading the tightrope between art and lies

this is a philosophical tale about coming to terms with the death of a loved one

'Best novel

your energy

With civil war tearing England apart

Previously published as The Last Migration

extensive research and lyrical prose to take us on a journey into the heart-scapes of young Australians

she relishes the opportunity to return to country she loves so deeply

many of which are in danger of extinction

According to her friend Daft Wullie

bestselling author of The Cedar Tree 'Clear-eyed and suspenseful

earth tremors and a terrifying legend have the locals frightened