Allison & Busby buys two from Eriksson

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Fri, 19/08/2011 - 10:20 Allison & Busby has acquired two books by Swedish crime-writer Kjell Eriksson, both featuring his series' heroine Inspector Ann Lindell. Publishing director Susie Dunlop bought UK and Commonwealth rights, excluding Canada, from St Martin's Press. Allison & Busby will release both The Princess of Burundi and The Hand that Trembles in October 2011. Dunlop said: "It's the most atmospheric series I have come across in a long time and we are thrilled to be introducing him to readers here." read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-08-19 00:00:00 UTC ]

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