Chris Nickson Books In Order

Richard Nottingham Books In Publication Order

  1. The Broken Token (2010)
  2. Cold Cruel Winter (2011)
  3. The Constant Lovers (2012)
  4. Come the Fear (2012)
  5. At the Dying of the Year (2013)
  6. Fair and Tender Ladies (2013)
  7. Convalescence (2013)
  8. Free from All Danger (2018)

Laura Benton Books In Publication Order

  1. Emerald City (2013)
  2. West Seattle Blues (2014)

John The Carpenter Mystery Books In Publication Order

  1. The Crooked Spire (2013)
  2. The Saltergate Psalter (2016)
  3. The Holywell Dead (2018)
  4. The Anchoress of Chesterfield (2021)

DI Tom Harper Books In Publication Order

  1. Gods of Gold (2014)
  2. Two Bronze Pennies (2015)
  3. Skin Like Silver (2016)
  4. The Iron Water (2016)
  5. On Copper Street (2017)
  6. The Tin God (2018)
  7. The Leaden Heart (2019)
  8. The Molten City (2020)
  9. Brass Lives (2021)

Dan Markham Mystery Books In Publication Order

  1. Dark Briggate Blues (2015)
  2. The New Eastgate Swing (2016)

WPC Lottie Armstrong Mystery Books In Publication Order

  1. Modern Crimes (2017)
  2. The Year of the Gun (2018)

Simon Westlow Mystery Books In Publication Order

  1. The Hanging Psalm (2019)
  2. The Hocus Girl (2020)
  3. To the Dark (2021)
  4. The Blood Covenant (2022)

Standalone Novels In Publication Order

  1. The Dead On Leave (2018)

Short Stories/Novellas In Publication Order

  1. The Leeds Story Cycle (2014)

Non-Fiction Books In Publication Order

  1. Mariah Carey (1995)
  2. Soundgarden (1995)
  3. Brad Pitt (1995)
  4. Go, Ricki! (1996)
  5. Keanu Reeves (1996)
  6. Denzel Washington (1996)
  7. The X-Factor (1996)
  8. Melissa Etheridge (1997)
  9. An Original Man (1997)
  10. Emma (1997)
  11. Superhero (1998)
  12. Mariah Carey Revisited (1998)
  13. Ewan McGregor (1999)
  14. Lauryn Hill (1999)
  15. Matt Damon (1999)
  16. David Boreanaz (1999)
  17. Ozzy Knows Best (2002)
  18. Hey Ya! (2004)
  19. The NPR Curious Listener’s Guide to World Music (2004)
  20. Usher (2005)
  21. Solid Air (2010)
  22. Will Smith (2011)

Anthologies In Publication Order

  1. Criminal Tendencies (2009)

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Chris Nickson Books Overview

The Broken Token

When Richard Nottingham, Constable of Leeds, discovers his former housemaid murdered in a particularly sickening manner, his professional and personal lives move perilously close. Circumstances conspire against him, and more murders follow. Soon the city fathers cast doubt on his capability, and he is forced to seek help from an unsavory source. Not only does the murder investigation keep running into brick walls as family problems offer an unwelcome distraction; he can’t even track down a thief who has been a thorn in his side for months. When answers start to emerge, Nottingham gets more than he bargains for. ”An impressive mystery debut.”-Publishers Weekly Starred Review, Aug. 16, 2010”I thoroughly enjoyed this book…
the setting and main characters were so brilliantly and engrossingly portrayed. These are a well-matched pair of coppers who deserve to return in their very own series.”-I Love A Mystery

Soundgarden

Seattle music reporter Chris Nickson has secured interviews with band members, record producers, and others vital to the group to cover the story of the ‘next Metallica,’ from their influences to their struggles as an opening act for Guns ‘n’ Roses to their current triumphs. Including photos and memorabilia.

Denzel Washington

He blew critics away with his performance as a black infantryman in Glory, he stunned audiences with his powerful portrayal of Malcolm X, and he showed us a new kind of prejudice in his role as the homophobic lawyer in Philadelphia. Since then, Denzel Washington has continued to dazzle fans in films such as Devil in a Blue Dress, The Pelican Brief, and the remake of The Bishop’s Wife, co starring Whitney Houson. He currently commands upwards of $10 million per film, and has become an undeniable sex symbol for women the world over. Star biographer Chris Nickson takes you behind the scenes into the life and career of the chameleon actor, the superstar, and the family man, to give you the real essence of one of Hollywood’s most talented stars. Learn about:What experience ignited his passion for actingHow his role as a black activist in Cry Freedom changed his careerHow, despite his admitted infidelities, his marriage and family have supported him in his careerWhy he vehemently resists the image of sex symbolWhy he doesn’t view himself as a role model to African American culturePacked with revealing details, this fascinating biography gets to the real heart of today’s most versitile and exciting actor.

An Original Man

The first biography of Elijah Muhammad describes his youth in Georgia, his mother’s prophesy that he would grow up to be important, his rise to the leadership of the Nation of Islam, and his role in the African American nationalist movement.

Mariah Carey Revisited

One of the hottest pop divas in the world, this hip, gutsy, talented superstar is the top selling female singer of the nineties. Mariah Carey Revisited is a must read for in depth, up to date information on the singer’s recent world tours, collaborations with hip hop artists like Puff Daddy and Bone Thugs n Harmony, her sexy new image, and the Butterfly album.

Ewan McGregor

The radical star of Trainspotting and the hottest young member of the ‘Brit Pack,’ Ewan McGregor is Scotland’s biggest export since Sean Connery. He now explodes into global stardom at the center of the most highly anticipated films in movie history the new Star Wars prequels. Get plugged into the whole story of this dynamic young actor for the new millennium, from his training at London’s Guildhall School of Music and Drama to his first big break on British TV. Learn the inside story of McGregor’s cosmic connection to his role as the young Jedi Knight Obi Wan Kenobi hint: it’s a family tradition. From day one, the ultra hip GenX heartthrob has called his own shots and chosen mellow cool over Hollywood glitz. This fascinating bio reveals how Ewan does it his way. With 8 pages of fab photos!

Lauryn Hill

Recounts the life and career of the singer who grew up in South Orange, N.J., joined Haitian Americans Prakazrel Michel and Wyclef Jean in the Fugees, combining hip hop with rhythm and blues, Haitian music, and other styles, and later became a solo artist.

Matt Damon

A revealing look at the personal and professional life of the respected actor, Academy Award winning writer and Hollywood heartthrob. 30 black and white photos. Eight page color photo insert.

David Boreanaz

Sink your teeth into Hollywood’s hottest young actorAs the intense, brooding Angel on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, David Boreanaz is a 243 year old vampire struggling with the forces of good and evil within himself. But in real life, other than his arresting good looks and rugged sexiness, David has little in common with Angel. Unlike Angel, David is not afraid of daylight, prefers sporty duds to Angel’s all black wardrobe, and oh, yeah David happens to be a friendly, normal laid back guy. Find out what life is like behind the scenes for this hunky actor how he gets along with his Buffy co stars, the story on his new spinoff series Angel, how he spends his free time, and much, much more!

Ozzy Knows Best

Always outrageous but equally compelling, its THE book to have on Ozzy, MTV’s The Osbournes, and everything in between. Meet the Osbournes: children Kelly and Jack, mother Sharon, and the father, none other than Godfather of Metal Ozzy Osbourne. Starring in MTV’s most popular show ever, the Osbournes have proven that the family of a heavy metal superstar can teach America what parenting is all about with their new twist on family values. So what’s made Ozzy into such a great father? Experience. You name it, he’s done it. He’s bitten the heads off doves and bats, urinated on the Alamo while wearing a woman’s dress!, and been addicted to drink and drugs. With his first band, Black Sabbath, he practically invented heavy metal. As a solo performer, he’s sold millions of albums, and helped turn the annual Ozzfest tour into one of the biggest events in music. Learn how Ozzy went from being banned at the Alamo to a guest at the White House, from bats to Beverly Hills. It’s all in here, with plenty of trivia like why oldest daughter, Aimee, didn’t want to be a part of series and all the parenting tips any father needs to be as good a dad as Ozzy.

Hey Ya!

Since 1994 OutKast have been reinventing the rules of hip-hop, blending different styles of music into a Southern style that is wholly their own, soulful, outrageous, and addictive. They’ve captured the hearts of fans and music critics alike, and have achieved records and scaled heights in the music world that most artists can only dream of.

The full story of OutKast has never before been told. Now in Hey Ya! you’ll go behind the scenes into the world of Big Boi and Andre 3000, from their start as teenage hopefuls in Atlanta to their international rise to fame. Along the way you’ll learn about the creative forces that have kept them on the cutting edge of hip-hop for a decade, and keep them pushing forward into tomorrow. From their first breakthrough with ‘Player’s Ball’ to their six Grammy wins, their upcoming movie and more, Hey Ya! Is the ultimate look at two of the most creative forces in music today and is the definitive guide to everything OutKast!

Usher

A children’s biography of this hugely popular entertainer. Here’s the dish on the hottest, most popular singer topping the charts worldwide! Since signing with LaFace Record and releasing his first album, ‘Usher‘, in 1994, Usher hasn’t stopped shocking the world with his musical talent. But before he became an international superstar, Usher had to start from the beginning just like everyone else. Usher entered talent contests around the age of 12. By age 13 he had earned a spot performing on Star Search, where a representative of LaFace Records heard him and offered him an audition. Can’t wait to find out what happened next? Luckily you don’t have to! Come read all about Usher‘s childhood, his family, how he got into music, what’s next on his to do list and what makes him Ultimate Entertainer.

Solid Air

First biography of the genre defying, pioneering guitarist, songwriter, hell raiser, and ambient hero, whose album Solid Air is still hailed as a classic. Spanning five decades, Glasgow bred, hard man John Martyn’s ongoing musical career has been as volatile as his hard drinking life. He innovated a unique musical style that placed him somewhere between Clapton and Tom Waits. Maintaining a high quality of work since the 1960s, he has survived as an acclaimed cult artist with a devoted following.

Criminal Tendencies

Val McDermid, Reginald Hill, and Peter James are just some of the 24 top selling crime writers who have contributed stories to Criminal Tendencies, an exciting new crime short collection. Alongside the big names will be stories from first time authors Chris Nickson and Caroline Shiach, winners of Criminal Tendencies 2009, Creme de la Crime’s latest international search for new crime writing talent.

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