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Tom Trott

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How ‘The Truman Show’ Warned Us About Social Media (Before It Was Invented)

20 years ago, ‘The Truman Show ‘ warned us about the dangers of social media by examining the public v. private self

Movies

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How ‘The Truman Show’ Warned Us About Social Media (Before It Was Invented)

Sep 1

So, how was August?

The importance of routine… So, how was August? This month I decided to commit to a routine, like a proper writer. I’ve been writing 500 words every evening and it’s allowed me to feel confident about meeting the schedule for The Nice Guy and the Devil. …

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The Big Chill (1983) • Blu-ray [Criterion Collection]

A group of former college friends gather for a weekend reunion after the funeral of another of their college friends. —

Criterion Collection

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Aug 1

So, how was July?

A heatwave and a change of personal circumstances… So, how was July? Well, “hot” is the short answer. And I’ve also handed in my notice at my day job (to take a day job somewhere else). …

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Jul 1

So, how was June?

Book your next adventure… So, how was June? Well, the first thing to say is that for the first time I have opened the pre-orders for a book before I’ve finished the first draft. The warm reception to The Florentine, plus KDP allowing you to open pre-orders up to a year in advance (rather…

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Jun 1

So, how was May?

A big hello 👋 to the new subscribers who have signed-up to my newsletter via the link at the back of The Florentine. I apologise in advance for the bad puns. So, how was May… Well, The Florentine was finally released this month, and it had a Bookbub Featured Deal in it’s first month…

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May 1

So, how was April?

The Florentine is almost here… April is the cruelest month, TS Eliot said, but for me it’s been great. I’ve been gearing up for 6 May, with more reviews from book bloggers, trying to drum up the old pre-orders. I’ve managed to break my previous record of 22. …

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Apr 1

So, how was March?

A warm hello to new subscribers! 👋 This month I’ve mostly been trying to promote pre-orders of The Florentine by appearing on any book blog that will have me. I’ve also been getting my first reviews (good ones!) which is great. If you want to read some interviews with me…

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Mar 1

So, how was February?

So, how was February? February was good because the final cover for The Florentine is finished and I can finally share it with everyone, so without further ado… Here it is! The most beautiful cover in the world, designed and illustrated by the fabulous Thomas Walker. I poured all my love of spy stories…

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Feb 1

So, how was January?

A new year, a new book cover… So, how was January? I hope you’ve all survived the cold weather (unless you’re on the other side of the planet, in which case I hope you’re enjoying your summer). This month I’ve been gearing up for publication of The Florentine. Thomas Walker has been working on…

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