Minette Walters

Minette Walters is a best selling crime and thriller novelist. She found it difficult to write while looking after her sons, but she eventually published her first book, The Ice House, when she was 37. She has now sold over 20 million copies of her books in over 35 countries. Five of her books have been turned into BBC television dramas. Her book, Chickenfeed, was voted 'Quick Reads Learners' Favourite' Award in 2006.

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  Diarmuid Gavin

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  Kelvin Mackenzie

  Kelvin writes a good rant but can he stay focused for long enough to write a novel?
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  Angela Griffin

  Angela is a popular actress but will she be popular with readers?
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  Sherri Hewson

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  Matt Allright

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  Brendan Cole

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