Sam Carrington's Blog

Is it your dream to see your novel on the shelves but you’re stuck, not knowing how to start, let alone finish writing a book?

I’d love to help you!

Download my FREE Top Tips to Start AND Finish Your Novel pdf guide and gain insights that will propel your creative journey forward.

This resource contains quick, actionable tips and advice to help you conquer the challenges of writing and bring your story to life.

Take this small action today to start you on your journey to becoming a published author!

And don’t be alone in your writing journey – join a fun, friendly group of new writers, hosted by me, over on my free Facebook group: WRITER-IN-PROGRESS where you’ll find more tips, advice and lots of support. Come on in, and find your tribe!

The How To Get Published Day is on Sunday 12th March at Kennaway House in Sidmouth.

I’m thrilled to be on the ‘Ask The Author’ panel taking place in the morning.

For information about the day, and tickets, please click here

I’m supporting @Young Lives vs Cancer who help families find the strength to face everything cancer throws at them. You could nab a SIGNED copy of my latest novel, THE COUPLE ON MAPLE DRIVE in its Good Books Auction (running from 27th Feb to 5th March).

Find their Ebay page here: https://bit.ly/41jY0GQ

To bid for my book please click the following: The Couple on Maple Drive

Thank you!

Instagram @younglivesvscancer Facebook – @younglivesvscancer
Twitter – @YLvsCancer

Happy bidding!

I’m delighted that my new psychological thriller is in the January Kindle deal and will be priced at 99p for the entire month!

Here’s what readers are saying:

‘Another belter from Sam Carrington. Beautifully written. Cleverly constructed. This author just goes from strength to strength. A sheer pleasure to read. I couldn’t put it down.’ Amanda Robson, author of Obsession. 

‘A claustrophobic, creepy tale of secrets, betrayal and deceit. Well-written and well-plotted. Very well done!‘ Diane Jeffrey, author of The Silent Friend

‘Claustrophobic, creepy, and I loved the podcast element.’ Elisabeth Carpenter, author of 99 Red Balloons

‘YES SAM CARRINGTON, YES… I read this in one three-hour sitting and I regret nothing.’ NetGalley reviewer

‘Phew! This is a real edge of your seat gripping story. My heart was pounding and I was screaming!’ Goodreads reviewer

‘WOW!!… I was unable to put this down!!… 100% recommend reading this and every other one of Sam’s books ASAP!!’ Goodreads reviewer

You can buy by clicking below!

Thrilled to reveal the cover for my 7th psychological thriller THE COUPLE ON MAPLE DRIVE.

Have you heard about the couple on Maple Drive?

Isla barely leaves the house after her brutal mugging.

Her boyfriend Zach moved in with her after the attack. To look after her.

But something else has happened now. Right on their doorstep.

I don’t want to say that someone’s out to get her…

I just hope they find out the truth before it’s too late.

Or at least before the secrets they’re hiding from each other surface.

Because those could be even deadlier…

You can pre-order from the usual places now and get it for 9th December – in good time for Christmas!

https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-couple-on-maple-drive/sam-carrington/9780008436384

I’m delighted to share the cover of THE OPEN HOUSE – my sixth psychological suspense novel!

What do you think?

[image error]

I love the yellow door – slightly ajar – I think it creates a wonderful sense of menace! And then, of course, there’s the tag line…

[image error]

Here’s the blurb:

Everyone’s welcome. But not everyone leaves…

Nick and Amber Miller are splitting up and selling their Devon family home. But despite the desirable location, the house isn’t moving. Not a single viewing so far.
 
When their estate agent suggests an open house event, Amber agrees, even as she worries about their gossiping neighbours attending and snooping around their home.
 
But Amber has more to worry about than nosy neighbours. Because thirteen people enter her house that afternoon, and only twelve leave.
 
Someone doesn’t want the house to sell, and is willing to do anything to stop it…

Oooh! I hope you are intrigued…

You can pre-order now from the usual places and the ebook, paperback and audio will be available on 10th December!

Amazon link: here

Waterstones link: here

[image error]

For the entire month of July you can download I Dare You for 99p/$0.99 in the UK and US!

Also on offer in Canada for CDN$0.99 (but not sure if it’s the entire month!)

A few things that have been said about I Dare You:

‘I Dare You is a compulsive read with a heart-stopping twist’ Fabulous Magazine

‘A clever thriller that will see you racing through the pages to find out what happens next.’ Vicki Bradley

‘Beautifully observed, totally absorbing. Couldn’t put it down.’ Amanda Robson

‘This book is wonderful. Superbly written and has you sitting on the edge of your seat. It had me hooked from the start and still gave surprises right to the end. Love Sam Carrington’s style of writing.’ Amazon reviewer

‘I have read all of Sam Carrington’s books, loved each one but “I Dare You” is the best one so far, page turning, gripping you just can’t put it down what with all the twists and turns. Well done can’t wait for the next one.’ Amazon reviewer

If you want to pick it up, here are the links to buy!

Amazon UK

Amazon US

Canada

It’s also at this bargain price on Kobo:

UK

US

Canada

 

My sixth psychological thriller, due to be published on 10th December 2020 (ebook and paperback) has a title and blurb! This is such an exciting part of the process – and the next step will be the cover reveal! (No date for that yet, though, so watch this space)

Without further ado, I share with you…

 

THE OPEN HOUSE

Everyone’s welcome. But not everyone leaves…

Nick and Amber Miller are splitting up and selling their family home in Apple Grove, Devon. But despite the desirable location, their house isn’t selling. Not a single viewing so far.

When their estate agent suggests an open house event, Amber is worried about her nosy neighbours attending, gossiping about why her house has been unusually difficult to sell.

But Amber has more to worry about than nosy neighbours.

Because thirteen people enter her house that afternoon, and only twelve leave…

You’d know if there was an intruder living in your home, wouldn’t you?

 

Hope it sounds suitably intriguing!

You can pre-order now from:

Waterstones – paperback

Amazon – ebook and paperback

 

I started a blog back in November 2013 when I left my job as an offending behaviour programme facilitator at a category C prison in search of my dream – to become a writer. Since that nerve-wracking first post about how I was embarking on my writing journey, I’ve had five psychological thrillers published by Avon, HarperCollins and have just completed my sixth – due for publication 10th December 2020.

On this site you will find out a little about me and about each of my novels. I will let you know of any upcoming events and keep you updated on any book-related news. If you want to get in touch – please use the contact form. I love hearing from my readers!

You can still read my original blog posts detailing my journey to becoming a published author by visiting http://samcarrington.blogspot.com/

 

It's ONE WEEK until the paperback launch of I DARE YOU!


It's been out in ebook for almost a week and the early reviews have been fantastic - thank you to those who've already downloaded, read and reviewed it!
 ** And it's currently 99p ** so please do grab yourself a copy at this cheap price!

The blog tour kicks off on the 12th December - so many amazing bloggers and reviewers are taking part - please do follow on Twitter. 

Here's the great line up:



You can pre-order the paperback from Waterstones, WHSmith, Amazon
and the ebook is available from:
Amazon
Kobo
Google Play
iTunes