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Tony Salter

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Thriller, Crime, Suspense

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Tony writes pacy contemporary thrillers. Exploring different themes, but all sharing Tony’s thought-provoking plots and richly-painted characters.

His second novel, The Old Orchard – a gripping family thriller – was published on the 7th of November 2017, while his bestselling debut novel, Best Eaten Cold – a dark, psychological thriller – continues to attract loyal readers and stunning reviews. The sequel to Best Eaten Cold – Cold Intent –was published in November 2018.

Tony's fourth novel, Sixty Minutes, will be published in 2019.

Highlights of his early career include (in no particular order) three years as an oilfield engineer in the Egyptian desert, twelve years managing record companies for EMI Music in Greece, India and across Eastern E ...more

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How do you deal with writer’s block?
Tony Salter The only advice that makes sense to me is that you sit down (or stand up) and write. There's no point dithering about waiting for the creative muse to…moreThe only advice that makes sense to me is that you sit down (or stand up) and write. There's no point dithering about waiting for the creative muse to sneak up and give you a kiss. Writing tens of thousands of words is work, sometimes the words are better, sometimes not, but you don't usually know until later.
It's a little like learning a language. People say that others are 'good at languages' but the reality is that, however attuned your mind and ear may be, you still need to learn thousands of words, a complex structure and to concentrate until your mind pops when hearing people speak that language.
There are no short cuts or easy solutions. Just get on with it.(less)
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What books are on your summer reading list this year?
Tony Salter I've been reading a mix as usual - The Essex Serpent, The North Water, American Gods, Norse Gods, The Thirst, Red Sister, Boneland, The Ocean at the E…moreI've been reading a mix as usual - The Essex Serpent, The North Water, American Gods, Norse Gods, The Thirst, Red Sister, Boneland, The Ocean at the End of the Lane, The Shell Collector.

I've just finished Assassin's Fate by Robin Hobb which brings a very long tale to an end or sorts (although I suspect there will be more to come). I've loved the journey so far and am now feeling a little bereft.(less)
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Best Eaten Cold
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The Unicorn – Out Now!

Tony’s latest novel, The Unicorn, was released on 12th November 2021.His fifth thriller, picks up on the story of 2019 best seller, Sixty Minutes, and follows Nadia Laroche, MI5 agent as she searches for the terrorist mastermind who almost cost her her sight.__________________________________ Read more of this blog post »
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“The mail wasn't about anything as such and there was only one sentence. 'You should have listened!' That was it.”
― Tony Salter, Best Eaten Cold
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“People can be so blind when they’re wrapped up in a relationship. They will endure lifetimes of misery and abuse and fail to see what’s right in front of them. Their myopia may be driven by unquestioning love and adoration, warped obsession, a sense of obligation, guilt or the pressure of society, but the consistent part is the fear which rushes in if the blindfold is removed.”
― Tony Salter, Best Eaten Cold
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