The Rushford Times - A weekly newsletter from Jodi Taylor
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This week we have:
Win a SIGNED hardback and one-of-a-kind signed print when you pre-order A Family Affair by Jodi Taylor
1-7 June is Libraries Week in the UK - Jodi’s books are available for loan as an ebook and audiobook using the Libby app
Jodi Taylor answers - Max is such a distinctive character. How did her voice develop over time?
Bad Moon is a Kindle 99p/99c deal for June
JUNE - GUESS THE BOOK COMPETITION
Short Story of the Month: A Perfect Storm
There’s plenty to read this week and you can see everything on the blog too. CLICK HERE for the blog.
Win a SIGNED hardback and one-of-a-kind signed print when you pre-order A Family Affair by Jodi Taylor
Everyone’s favourite time-travelling bounty hunters are back in A Family Affair, the twisty and hilarious new Smallhope & Pennyroyal adventure!
We are offering one lucky fan the chance to win a hardback copy of A Family Affair and a one-of-a-kind A4 art print, both signed by Jodi Taylor herself.
To enter the prize draw, simply pre-order your copy of A Family Affair in any format, from any UK retailer of your choice, and upload your proof of purchase via the link below. You’ll be automatically entered. Good luck!
Jodi Taylor answers - Max is such a distinctive character. How did her voice develop over time?
In this video, Jodi answers the question: Max is such a distinctive character, how did her voice develop over time? She shares insights into the evolution of Max, how the character’s personality and humour emerged through the writing process, and why readers have connected so strongly with her over the years.
Filmed live at Stevenage Library, this fascinating conversation offers fans a behind-the-scenes glimpse into character creation, storytelling, and the craft of writing memorable protagonists.
1-7 June is Libraries Week in the UK - Jodi’s books are available for loan as an ebook and audiobook using the Libby app.
Did you know that many UK libraries offer free access to thousands of ebooks and audiobooks through the Libby app?
If you’re a fan of Jodi Taylor’s books, it’s worth checking whether your local library service uses Libby. With a free library membership, you can borrow ebooks and audiobooks straight to your phone, tablet or e-reader at no cost. Many library services carry titles from The Chronicles of St Mary’s, Time Police and other Jodi Taylor series, making it a great way to discover new adventures or revisit old favourites.
Simply download the Libby app, sign in with your library card and start browsing. It’s quick, easy and completely free.
Please note: Jodi’s publishers do not supply to the Borrowbox app - only Libby.
Bad Moon is a Kindle 99p/99c deal for June
CLICK HERE for UK CLICK HERE for USA
JUNE - GUESS THE AUDIO BOOK COMPETITION
Guess the book and character speaking for your chance to win a signed copy of Out of Time
Put your knowledge of Jodi’s books to the test with our audio clip competition. Listen carefully to a short extract and see if you can identify the book and the character speaking for a chance to win a signed copy of Out of Time.
Audiobooks are hugely popular among Jodi Taylor fans, bringing her stories to life through distinctive voices, character-driven performances, and immersive narration. For many readers, audiobooks offer the perfect way to enjoy a favourite series while commuting, walking, or relaxing. They make stories more accessible, flexible, and engaging than ever.
Tune in, trust your ears, and see if you can name the book and the characters behind the voices.
A Perfect Storm - available for Kindle and is included in The Long and Short of It anthology
Max and her colleagues are facing an unusual challenge—one that doesn’t require them to jump through time but is no less chaotic. Thanks to the world’s most misguided publicity campaign, a film producer is on his way to St Mary’s to avail himself of their services. Equally eager to secure a contract for his next three films, Dr Bairstow instructs Max to ensure all goes well. Or else.
Also involved in the drama is David Sands’ latest book – a time travel story – which bears just a teeny tiny resemblance to St Mary’s and which Max is to suppress. Or else.
Unfortunately, nothing at St Mary’s ever goes to plan, and Max and the team soon find themselves at the centre of a series of disasters entirely of their own making.
From Professor Rapson and his megaphone antics to exploding rocks, legendary pub crawls, superheroes and the world’s largest bacon butty, chaos reigns. The appearance of Angus, one-third of a particularly messy love triangle, only adds fuel to the fire, ensuring that the week at St Mary’s is definitely one for the record books. Just not in a good way.
Jodi Taylor says…
‘Oh yes. Calvin Cutter – bless him. His one-sided telephone call to Marge, his PA, as she’s trying to have her baby in peace was so much fun to write.’
No jumps but “some people are perfectly capable of endangering life and limb by staying quietly at home” (Authors’s note).