{"title":"John Purcell","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the literary world of John Purcell, a captivating author known for weaving intricate tales that offer both entertainment and insight. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Purcell crafts narratives that resonate with readers of all backgrounds. His books often delve into the complexities and nuances of human relationships, all while keeping a light touch that engages and sometimes surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works, \u003cem\u003eThe Girl On The Page\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a masterful exploration of the publishing world, layered with themes of ambition, jealousy, and the transformative power of literature. It is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of life and the written word. John Purcell's gift for writing lies not only in his compelling plots but also in his rich character development that invites readers to reflect on the moral and philosophical dimensions of modern life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned reader or new to his work, John Purcell’s novels in the General Fiction category promise an engaging and thought-provoking experience. Discover his books today and embark on a journey through the vibrant tapestry of stories that only Purcell can unravel.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-girl-on-the-page-by-john-purcell-9781460756980","title":"The Girl On The Page","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo women, two great betrayals, one path to redemption. A punchy, powerful and page-turning novel about the redemptive power of great literature, from industry insider, John Purcell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmy Winston is a hard-drinking, bed-hopping, hot-shot young book editor on a downward spiral. Having made her name and fortune by turning an average thriller writer into a Lee Child, Amy is given the unenviable task of steering literary great Helen Owen back to publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Amy knocks on the door of their beautiful townhouse in north west London, Helen and her husband, the novelist Malcolm Taylor, are conducting a silent war of attrition. The townhouse was paid for with the enormous seven-figure advance Helen was given for the novel she wrote to end fifty years of making ends meet on critical acclaim alone. The novel Malcolm thinks unworthy of her. The novel Helen has yet to deliver. The novel Amy has come to collect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmy has never faced a challenge like this one. Helen and Malcolm are brilliant, complicated writers who unsettle Amy into asking questions of herself—questions about what she values, her principles, whether she has integrity, whether she is authentic. Before she knows it, answering these questions becomes a matter of life or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom ultimate book industry insider, John Purcell, comes a literary page-turner, a ferocious and fast-paced novel that cuts to the core of what it means to balance ambition and integrity, and the redemptive power of great literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e[A] mischievous commentary on...literary culture ... a commercial paean to great literature, an elegy to words and reading.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eWeekend Australian\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Girl on the Page\u003c\/em\u003e is funny, fast paced, frank, ribald, hip, erudite and clever... This is an entire novel about books, writing and editing, and it's a delicious romp. At its heart, this story is about how the literary arts can cohabit with the mercantile world of publishing, and how writers and editors can help each other do better, richer, more relevant work. This is a book about the joys of creating—both for writers and for editors. \u003cem\u003eThe Listener\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A slick, sharp novel about books and relationships, drenched in delicious insider detail from the book industry. Impossible not to enjoy.' - Matt Haig, international bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eNotes on a Nervous Planet\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eHow to Stop Time\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Hilarious and heartbreaking ... I know people are going to enjoy this book as much as I did.' - Christian White, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Nowhere Child\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Fast-paced, clever, funny, seriously thought and talk-provoking.' - Dervla McTiernan, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Ruin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Like getting on a fast-moving train or rocket... you cannot and don't want to get off, but must follow every dynamic, insatiable, brilliant character right to the stunning end.' - Caroline Overington, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe One Who Got Away\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Ones You Trust\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'In \u003cem\u003eThe Girl on the Page\u003c\/em\u003e, John Purcell triumphs with a scalpel in one hand and his heart in the other. It is a gripping, dark comedy of a novel which eviscerates the cynicism of contemporary publishing while uttering a cri du coeur for what is happening to writers and readers this century. 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