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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 1d

I like a few biscuits when I'm curled up with a good book. What are your favourites?
#BookishLife #ReadingSnacks #BookSnacks #BookishConversations #WhatReadersEat

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 4d

Love cosy mysteries with fresh voices? Discover diverse authors shaking up the genre with flavour, charm, and clever sleuths! Plus a seaside mystery to keep you guessing.
Dive in 👉 www.chrishillsfarrow.com/blog/diverse...
#CozyReads #DiverseAuthors #FallMystery #booksky

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Orlan Drake @orlandrake.bsky.social · 6d

I’m Orlan Drake, author of The King’s Fall

The realm of Ardanthia stands on the edge of ruin, and one spark of passion could tip it into chaos.

⚔️ The King’s Fall releases October 30. Pre-order now and step into the intrigue.
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#EpicFantasy #IndieAuthor #BookLaunch #booksky

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 11d

October is the perfect time for spooky reads! 🎃📚 Dive into chilling classics and modern horrors.

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#horrorbooks #spookyreads #HalloweenReads #horrorbooklover #thrillerbooks #bookcommunity #creepyreads #mysterybooks #octoberreads #readersoffacebook

Best Spooky Reads for Halloween!

If October had a middle name, it would be “creepy.” And if Amazon had a mood ring, it’d be glowing pumpkin-orange. This is the month when ghost...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 15d

Step into the coastal town of Brightcombe, where a heated council debate leads to a shocking murder! Watch the trailer for "Murder Most Dramatic" now! 🎭🔍

#CozyCrimeReads #MysteryBookTrailer #booksky #murdermystery #Whodunit
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Murder Most Dramatic - Book Trailer

YouTube video by Chris Farrow

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 18d

Mystery lovers, ever wonder why psychological thrillers mixed with mythical lore keep us hooked?

Check out my latest blog post to discover why.

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#MysteryBooks #PsychThriller #MythicalLore #BookCommunity #ReadersOfBluesky #BookishJoy

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 22d

“Substitute ‘damn’ every time you’re inclined to write ‘very’; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.” – Mark Twain
#AmWriting #WritersLife #WriterHumor #WordNerd #WritingCommunity

Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 25d

Ever been to a small-town council meeting that felt more like a soap opera? 🎭 Brightcombe’s latest debate over a supermarket turns anything but ordinary—and it’s the explosive opener in Murder Most Dramatic.
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#CozyMystery #BookBuzz #AmWriting #booksky

From Community Hall to Murder—A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Brightcombe’s Deadly Debate

So, imagine this: a bustling coastal town hall, loud enough to wake the seagulls, and buzzing with talk sharper than a crab’s claw. That was...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 27d

The best conversations happen when you're genuinely curious about someone else's perspective instead of waiting for your turn to talk

Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · 29d

Midnight In The Aravis - A murder/mystery set in the French Alps with a wealthy family trapped together with one of them a murderer.
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#booksky #cozymystery #murdermystery #alps #mysterynovel #murdermysterynovel

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 19

Ever wished your next book could magically find you instead of you hunting forever? 📚✨ AI’s can help with personalised recs, mood matching, and chatty librarians who never judge your reading quirks.

#BookDiscovery #AIReads #TBR #Bookish #ReadingLife

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How AI Just Became Your New Book Bestie (And It's Not Even Awkward)

Remember the good old days when finding your next great read meant wandering bookstore aisles like a literary zombie, hoping to stumble upon...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 17

Do you prefer the long, epic sagas you can live in for weeks, or the short, sharp reads you can finish in one sitting?

Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 12

Looking for a way to connect with fellow book lovers from home this autumn? 📚🍂 Discover how easy and fun it is to start or join a virtual book club! #BookClub #VirtualBookClub #ReadingCommunity #CozyReads #FallReading #BookLovers #ReadersOfBluesky #Bookish
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How To Join Or Run A Virtual Book Club

If reaching a physical book club isn’t possible—whether due to travel, health, or simply a busy schedule—joining or running a virtual book...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 8

Dive into the secrets of the Imperial Hotel. Book one of Paula Langford cosy mysteries. Can you solve the murder of Julia Parkes before the killer gets away?

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#booksky #murdermystery #amreading #cozymystery #cozymysteries

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 5

Just posted a deep dive into my new novel’s world—where small-town drama, amateur theatre, and hidden secrets collide. Explore the power struggles and human stories behind the mystery. #WritingLife #AmateurTheatre #MysteryNovel #AuthorInsights #booksky
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The Dark Drama Of Amateur Theatre

I’ve recently published my latest novel, titled Murder Most Dramatic, and I have to say, it is, I hope, a thrilling journey through the complexities...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 5

ebooks make it easier to carry more books on holiday, and stops me disturbing my husband when I'm reading in bed.

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 3

What's the best book twist that you've read?

Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Sep 1

Paula Langford's 3rd adventure is in the works

Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 30

This particular book is a cosy murder mystery with an amateur sleuth. I'm currently working on another one similar in style to Murder Most Dramatic, and a darker thriller which is still in the early stages.

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 29

Cosy up your reading nook for autumn! Dive into mysteries, Gothic tales, and fall vibes with snacks and blankets. Embrace the season’s moods and read with reckless cosiness. Check out the full guide in my blog post! #AutumnReading #CozyVibes #BookLover
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How To Transition Your Reading Habits For Autumn

Look, I get it. Summer is winding down and if your bookshelf looks anything like mine, it’s a tragic graveyard of unfinished beach reads, romances,...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 28

So good for the brain and the body. Perfect!

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 27

What's your favourite reading format?

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 25

Brightcombe’s quaint coastal council meeting becomes a powder keg—and a prominent figure is found dead. Enter amateur sleuth Paula Langford, who must untangle a maze of town secrets, simmering rivalries, and a husband caught in the crossfire.
#booksky #murdermystery #murder
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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 22

Trying to stay on top of your reading? 📚 Check out my latest blog for easy apps and simple tips to track your progress—digital or old-school, there’s something for every reader!

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#BookLover #AmReading #booksky

How To Track Your Reading Progress — Apps and Tips

If you’re like me, reading is more than just a pastime — it’s a journey. Whether you’re diving into a murder mystery, escaping into sci-fi, or...

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Chris Hills Farrow @chrishillsfarrow.com · Aug 20

It sounds interesting, I will take a look at it. Thanks!

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