It's Friday - What Can Possibly Go Wrong?
A weekly newsletter from Jodi Taylor
This week we have:
Jodi reads an extract from Santa Grint
Exciting news about a very special guest at Jodiworld
This week’s History Briefing is Battersea Power Station
A joke from the Silly Sunday thread in the Fans & Readers Facebook group
Last Chance sale for signed books and Mayhem Game - save 25%
Becoming a Substack bestseller
There’s plenty to read this week and you can see everything new on the blog too. CLICK HERE for the blog.
It all begins when the Time Police hold their first Children's Christmas Party. Their most dangerous mission yet . . .
No good deed ever goes unpunished. Lt Grint succumbs to his softer side and soon lives to regret it. The combination of bubble universes, candy floss, a small boy, a toad named Mr Fluffy, Mount Fanboten, £6.5 million, and a love-struck Officer Lockland are all hard enough to believe, but imagine a situation so dire that only Officer Parrish can save the aforementioned Grint from a lengthy stay in prison. At least, he can - but will he?
And, most unlikely of all, has Commander Hay's long-suffering adjutant finally experienced the first faint stirrings of romance? Is such a thing even possible?
Exciting News: Zara Ramm Joins the Line-Up for Jodiworld 2025!
We’re thrilled to announce another stellar addition to the Jodiworld 2025 line-up! Joining the wonderful Jodi Taylor and C.K. McDonnell at the Doubletree by Hilton, Paradise Way, Coventry, from 23rd to 26th May 2025, will be none other than Zara Ramm!
Jodi’s fans will undoubtedly recognize Zara as the unforgettable "voice of Max." Through her masterful narration, Zara has brought the worlds of St Mary’s and Jodi’s much-loved characters to life, capturing every ounce of wit, humour, and heart. Her performances are nothing short of iconic, and her voice has become an integral part of the St Mary’s experience.
While Zara has lent her talents to countless projects, her work narrating Jodi Taylor’s audiobooks (all but the Frogmorton Farm series) holds a special place in the hearts of fans. Now, for the first time, you’ll have the chance to meet Zara in person and celebrate her contribution to the world of Jodi Taylor’s books.
With engaging panels, book signings, and surprises galore, Jodiworld 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable event. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Jodi, C.K. McDonnell, Zara Ramm, and a host of like-minded fans for a weekend filled with fun, fandom, and fantastic company.
Memberships are selling fast, so be sure to grab yours soon and join us for this extraordinary gathering! Keep an eye on updates for more announcements and details as the event approaches.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Battersea Power Station - From Industrial Icon to the Headquarters of the Time Police
Battersea Power Station, an enduring symbol of London's industrial heritage, has captivated imaginations for decades with its imposing Art Deco architecture and storied history. In recent years, it has found new fame as the fictional headquarters of the Time Police in Jodi Taylor's bestselling Time Police series. This fusion of real-world history and speculative fiction breathes fresh life into a building that has become an icon of reinvention.
Battersea Power Station is one of the most recognisable landmarks on the London skyline. Located on the south bank of the River Thames, this vast brick structure with its four towering chimneys is a masterpiece of 20th-century industrial design. Constructed in two phases between 1929 and 1955, it was the largest power station in Britain, designed by the renowned architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, also famed for creating the red telephone box.
Enjoy a joke from the Silly Sunday thread from the Facebook Fans and Readers group.
Thanks to Joe Tetsab for this one…
What is Good King Wenceslas' favourite pizza?
One that is deep pan, crisp and even.
The current website is closing on 31st December - this is your last chance to but signed books and the Mayhem game.
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A foreword by Jodi Taylor
Background information on the characters
History Briefings giving information on the four main jumps in the book
Floor plans of St Mary’s Institute for Historical Research
A list of British idioms and expressions
How to make tea like a Brit
A recipe for Toad in the Hole
A full series guide and reading order for The Chronicles of St Mary’s series
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