THE FELLS, the first Donovan and Young mystery, is on the fiction shortlist for The People’s Book Prize! It was a wonderful surprise when I heard the news. The winner is picked by popular vote so if you enjoyed it I’d be very grateful if you’d vote for it here. Just scroll down to find the voting form.

It is always nerve-wracking starting a new series but the response I’ve had from readers has been fantastic, people have really taken to Leo and Shan and are keen to hear more from them. (A second outing is in the works). And the stunning Yorkshire Dales setting has proved very popular. To have the book short-listed for a major prize as well has made my year. Cheers everyone!