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A weekly newsletter from Jodi Taylor
This week we have:
NEW! The Official Reading Companion and History Briefings for The Chronicles of St Mary’s Series
The Universe of What? by Sheri Catron - A Sands of Time Story
Jodi Taylor Book Recommendation: When The Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker
The Book of the Month is Long Shadows
There’s plenty to read this week and you can see everything new on the blog too. CLICK HERE for the blog.
This has truly been a labour of love and a fantastic team effort, but The Official Reading Companion and History Briefings for The Chronicles of St Mary’s series is being launched at Jodiworld on Friday, May 23rd, 2025. You can order a signed copy to collect there or have shipped worldwide. It will be signed by both Jodi Taylor and Hazel Cushion. Don’t miss this chance to grab first-edition hardback, full-colour copies!
Your Essential Guide to the Chronicles of St Mary’s
If you've ever found yourself wondering who did what, when, and where in Jodi Taylor’s brilliant Chronicles of St Mary’s series — this is the companion guide you’ve been waiting for.
This guide is a must-have for both dedicated fans and curious newcomers. It contains synopses of every book and short story, detailed floor plans of St Mary’s Institute for Historical Research, History Briefings, chronological jump lists, character information, and more.
Whether you’re brushing up on the timeline or just want to immerse yourself further in the chaos and charm of St Mary’s, this guide is your ultimate companion.
It includes:
• A detailed drawing of St Mary’s Institute for Historical Research, along with floor plans from the early days of the series
• A synopsis for each book and short story
• History Briefings for the major jumps, plus details on other missions
• Notes and dedicated reading log pages
• A comprehensive list of characters and their first appearances
• All time jumps arranged in chronological order
• A fun quiz section to test your knowledge
• A photo archive packed with exclusive photos
Book details: 9 x 6 inch, full-colour hardback with 336 pages. This book is not yet available through retailers - this is an exclusive chance to buy a first edition copy. Price £24.99
If you are collecting the book at Jodiworld, please use the FREE SHIPPING option when checking out. Please do not use this if you need your book shipped, as you won’t receive it!
Quirky Easter Rituals from Around the World
Beyond the sweets and church services, the world is full of wonderfully quirky Easter traditions—from flying kites to water fights. Here are some of the most unusual Easter rituals celebrated across the globe.
Water Fights in Poland – Śmigus-Dyngus
In Poland, Easter Monday is anything but peaceful. Known as Śmigus-Dyngus, this tradition involves people dousing each other with water. While it may sound like a springtime prank, it’s symbolic of cleansing one from sins and marking the end of Lent with a day of feasting and merrymaking.
The Universe of What? by Sheri Catron
Right, we live in an infinite universe or, more accurately, a multiverse in which ANYTHING is possible. But, come on ….. The Jetsons in a flying saucer? My Favorite Martian sitting in a pub? Tribbles in a shop window? All in a quaint English village in the Cotswolds? I must be losing my mind. Really, this is beyond the pale.
How did I end up here? I don’t know! I went to bed last night after a few glasses of vino. You know the stuff, Costco bargain bin. Slept like the proverbial log. Woke up needing to shave the fuzz off of my tongue. I opened the curtains to check the weather like you do. And lo and behold I do not see my neighbor’s backyard. What I do see are rolling green hills behind honey-colored stone, ancient buildings with thatched roofs looking suspiciously like the English Cotswolds. WTF?
Fancy yourself a sci-fi storyteller? Here's your chance to shine.
David Sands, the much-loved character from The Chronicles of St Mary's by Jodi Taylor, becomes a science fiction author. Now it’s your turn to step into his shoes.
Jodi Taylor Book Recommendation: When The Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker
This was a cracker of a book. Wonderful world building, a heroine who takes no crap from anyone. And dragons!
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The Book of the Month for April is Long Shadows
We’re delighted to announce that signed copies of all Jodi’s books are available through the new website.
Signed stock is held for most backlist titles and you can pre-order new titles to collect at events or to be shipped to you when signed. Jodi usually signs books twice a year so there may be a delay in receiving your order. However new releases are usually shipped at least a week before publication date. If you need a book for a specific date please check if stock is available when ordering.
NEW Titles for 2025 are now available for Pre-order. Click on the title to order.