HarperCollins to publish digital exclusives from MacBride

Written By: Graeme Neill Publication Date: Wed, 08/06/2011 - 09:07 Stuart MacBride is to write two digital exclusive projects after signing a deal with HarperCollins. Sarah Hodgson, deputy publishing director, bought rights from Philip Patterson at Marjacq Scripts. The first book, Sawbones, will be published as an ebook on 24th October. MacBride wrote the US-set novella several years ago aimed at reluctant readers. Between 1-12 December 2011, HarperCollins will publish 12 Days of Winter, a series of 12 interlinked crime stories. The full collection will go on sale on the 12th, as well as a downloadable audio edition. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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