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I'm a retired professional matchmaker who has morphed into an author. My second novel, but third book, is about to be published. I reside on the coast of Suffolk, England, with my wife, Deirdre. A father and grandfather, I enjoy music, cooking & walking.
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D B Minter
November 26, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Set in the storm of the 1960s and 70s... where lust and art collided with consequence...
How far will a creator go... when the story refuses to stay silent?
“The Little Red Book... is just the beginning.
November 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Alex Sutton sought solace in the genius of Mozart... and the libertine world of Lorenzo Da Ponte,
But the novel he began writing... did not stay on the page.
Desire awakened ‒ boundaries blurred and fiction... became a dangerous mirror
November 26, 2025 at 3:58 PM
BOOK TRAILER for THE LITTLE RED BOOK by D. B. Minter
Art begins as a whisper... and ends as an obsession.
For the Gramophone Club, music was an escape... until escape became temptation.

Alex Sutton sought solace in the genius of Mozart...
November 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
D B Minter continues to craft stories that celebrate the beauty of art, music and the enduring power of love and mystery.

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November 12, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Born in Hertfordshire England and now residing in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, D B Minter's background in literature and passion for opera deeply influence his writing. D B and his wife Deirdre, enjoy exploring the scenic Suffolk coastline and attending performances at the nearby Snape Malting Concert Hall.
November 12, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Continuing this artistic journey, D B Minter's concluding volume of the trilogy, will explore the creative partnership between composer Richard Strauss and poet librettist Hugo von Hofmannsthal - a tribute to the timeless connection between music, art and human emotion.

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November 12, 2025 at 11:57 AM
D B Minter's debut novel, The Incidental Legacy of Carlo Negrini (2024) drew inspiration from Verdi's Simon Boccanegra and earned praise for the elegant writing and rich cultural detail.

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November 12, 2025 at 11:43 AM
D B Minter's The Little Red Book is the second novel in a proposed trilogy that masterfully interwines dramatic storytelling and classical music, creating an unforgettable reading experience where fiction and opera beautifully align.

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November 11, 2025 at 11:45 AM
D B Minter writes literary fiction that explores passion, art and human psychology. D B Minter is a British author celebrated for his captivating blend of mystery, romance and historical fiction, often inspired by the world of opera. dbminter-author.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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D B Minter
September 3, 2025 at 4:52 PM