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Louise Minchin and Steph McGovern talk books at hotel event
Louise Minchin and Steph McGovern will be discussing the gripping twists and turns of their psychological thrillers, Isolation Island and Deadline with fellow crime writer Caroline Corcoran. The event, presented by The Mold Bookshop, will be at Beaufort Park Hotel, near Mold, on Friday, July 11, at 7pm. Read more: 1980's Wrexham band Terminal gets French kiss of life Louise Minchin's Isolation Island transports readers to a perilous reality show on a remote Scottish island - where survival is the ultimate prize, but escape is impossible. Meanwhile, Steph McGovern's Deadline places TV reporter Rose at the heart of a terrifying, real-time nightmare, where one wrong move could cost her everything. Louise is a British journalist, television presenter, and author, she began her career in broadcasting with the BBC World Service, later joining BBC Radio 5 Live in 1998. She became a familiar face on BBC Breakfast, initially as a relief presenter before taking on a permanent role in 2012. She remained a key figure on the show for nearly a decade, co-hosting alongside Bill Turnbull, Charlie Stayt, and Dan Walker. Read more: Say cheese! Flintshire couple's tasty wedding alternative to cake Beyond journalism, Louise is an accomplished triathlete and has competed in endurance events, including representing Great Britain in her age group at the World Triathlon Championships Steph is a British journalist and television presenter, best known for her work as a business correspondent and host. She worked as a producer for financial news for the BBC before becoming the main business presenter on BBC Breakfast. In 2020, she launched her own daytime talk show, Steph's Packed Lunch, on Channel 4, which ran until 2023. Beyond broadcasting, McGovern has been recognised for her contributions to engineering and vocational skills, receiving an Honorary Fellowship from the Royal Academy of Engineering. Read more: Flintshire man takes flight with 'little heart in the sky' Caroline Johnson, of The Mold Bookshop, said: "We are thrilled to welcome Louise Minchin and Steph McGovern to Mold for an unforgettable evening of crime, mystery, and gripping storytelling, this evening is an excellent addition to our ever expanding crime writing events programme." • Tickets from £7 are available from The Bookshop or online at For further details contact Caroline Johnson at The Mold Bookshop on 01352 759879.
Leader Live
30-04-2025
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- Leader Live
Actor Paterson Joseph to join Mold Bookshop events
The Mold Bookshop has unveiled a series of literary events for May, featuring bestselling authors, celebrated crime writers, and the critically acclaimed actor and novelist, Paterson Joseph. • Jon Gower - Birdland: A Journey Around Britain on a Wing, Wednesday, May 8, at 7pm, Mold Rugby Club. Author and broadcaster Jon Gower will be talking about Britain's extraordinary birdlife and will discuss the urgent challenges posed by the climate emergency and biodiversity loss, alongside the efforts to protect our birds for future generations. Tickets £5. • An Evening with Historical Crime Writers S.J. Parris & Andrew Taylor, Wednesday, May 15, at 7pm, Mold Library. The renowned historical crime writers will discuss their latest historical mysteries - Traitor's Legacy and A Schooling For Murder - along with the inspiration behind their writing processes. Tickets £5. Read more: • The Blackbirds of St Giles - Lila Cain in Conversation with Paterson Joseph, Monday, May 19, at 7pm. Authors Kate Griffin and Marcia Hutchinson Aka 'Lila Cain' will be discussing their historical novel The Blackbirds Of St Giles, with acclaimed actor and author Paterson Joseph in the beautiful setting of Hartsheath Hall, Pontblyddyn. Tickets £5. • Wine and Crime - Andrea Mara and Jane Casey in Conversation with Caroline Corcoran, Tuesday, May 20, at 7pm in Mold Library. The bestselling thriller writers will discuss their careers and latest books, It Should Have Been You and The Secret Room with Caroline Corcoran, author of What Happened on Floor 34?. Tickets £7, and includes a glass of wine. Caroline Johnson, from The Mold Bookshop, said: "These exciting evenings make up a vibrant programme of events with bestselling authors, promising thought-provoking discussions, heartwarming stories, and thrilling narratives that will captivate all kinds of readers." Tickets for all events can be purchased online at or in store at The Mold Bookshop, High Street, Mold or on 01352 759879.
