If you're anything like me, you probably enjoy checking out your favourite British books when they make their way to the screen. So - here's a quick look at what's on the premiere schedule for our US readers (which is most of you) this month: Dalgliesh, Season 3 - December 2nd, 9th, and 16th That Christmas - Based on Richard Curtis's beloved children's books, premiered December 4th Lucy Worsley's Holmes vs. Doyle - Though this isn't fictional, it's definitely of interest to many readers...
7 days ago • 1 min read
We've got a bit of British TV news about some upcoming high-profile premieres, so we'll dive right in. First off, CB Strike - the latest season premieres in the UK on BBC One on December 16th. In the past, the UK has gotten it first, followed by HBO/Max in the US within the next year (no date yet). For now, US viewers can check out the trailer below. What we're... Watching: Accidental Renovators - When a couple mistakenly bid on the wrong property at auction, they end up with a derelict...
10 days ago • 4 min read
Fans of the Maisie Dobbs historical mystery series may be interested to read Jacqueline Winspear's recent Facebook post on how she has approached her writing. In it, she talks about how she doesn't see herself as a crime or detective novelist. She discusses how her character-driven approach defies traditional genre rules, the challenges of blending literary styles, and why writing "from the heart" has guided her work from start to finish. If that interests you, you can read the full post...
12 days ago • 3 min read
After our last email, several people (actually, a couple hundred) replied with questions about the status of some specific British TV shows that weren't mentioned in the email. While we can't reply to that many emails individually, we DO have a resource page where we regularly update the status for 350+ shows. Just go HERE and then scroll down to select the part of the alphabet you need. You may also discover some new shows while you're there. What we're... Watching: Black Doves - This new...
14 days ago • 4 min read
We're a little late this month, but it's time to check in and see what's been renewed and cancelled in the world of British TV. If your favourite show isn't mentioned below, no worries. We've also created a much more comprehensive guide (350+ shows) with updates for a wider selection of recent British TV shows. You can check it out HERE and navigate to the section of the alphabet you'd like to check on. Shows Renewed or Unknown After the Flood - Season 2 is now officially confirmed, filming...
21 days ago • 7 min read
It's Saturday, and we hope everyone in the US is surviving the long holiday weekend. We're back for another round of British book deals as the sales roll on. If you're also a fan of British TV, we've included a section at the very bottom for Amazon channel sales relevant to British TV lovers (which continue for another couple days). Reading Devices on Sale These prices are listed as "Cyber Monday Deals", so keep in mind they may not last beyond Monday. Amazon Kindle (16GB) - $84.99 All-New...
21 days ago • 6 min read
Happy Black Friday! We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Since our last email when we talked about some of the other (non-Amazon) channel sales, several people emailed to ask what kind of British content they can find on those services. So - today and tomorrow, while there's still plenty of time to lock in the deals, we're highlighting exactly that. Hulu: 99 cents/month for 12 months OR $2.99/month for 12 months to get both Hulu and Disney+ in a bundle. 100+ British TV Shows on Hulu...
22 days ago • 4 min read
Happy Thanksgiving to all those who are celebrating it today! We're back for another set of Black Friday deals on British books - ebooks first, then traditional paper books and a separate section for some Barnes & Noble sales. Before we get into the sales, though...We know that many avid readers are also writers. If that's you, you might enjoy a new writing podcast by British authors James Blatch and Cara Clare. They primarily discuss issues of craft, self-publishing, and marketing - so if...
23 days ago • 4 min read
Before we get into the usual things, we wanted to highlight some more of the Black Friday sales with various streaming services - this time, sales you get by going direct. As with all limited-time deals, keep in mind that we don't control them and they could change at any time. Max (with ads) - $2.99/month for six months Hulu (with ads) - $.99/month for a year BritBox - $8 for the first 2 months Peacock - $19.99 for a year We've pasted all the Amazon channel deals at the very bottom of this...
24 days ago • 4 min read