The People's Friend

21/07/2025

Have you been watching 'Bookish'? The popular new cosy crime drama with a classic whodunnit style.

Set in 1946 London, Gabriel Book is an antiquarian bookseller who uses his encyclopaedic knowledge to help police unravel a series of complex murders.

The series blends post‑war social tensions with sharp detective puzzles, plus a charming ensemble cast including Mark Gatiss, Polly Walker, Connor Finch, Elliot Levey, Daniel Mays, Joely Richardson, and Paul McGann.

Mark Gatiss was the co-creator of the hit television series Sherlock, and has previously worked on several screen adaptations of works by Agatha Christie.

'Bookish' is very much an ode to classic murder mystery stories.

18/07/2025

Our Writer Of The Week is Charmaine Fletcher. Charmaine's new Pocket Novel ‘Phantom Dancer’ is out now!

What do you love most about pocket novels? How many have you collected?

Read more from our chat with Charmaine on The People's Friend website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lS5-T0

12/07/2025

Our Writer Of The Week is Jane Ricot. Jane's new short story, "Keep It Low", features in this week's magazine.

Her best advice to new writers is to find community. How did you find your best writing friends?

Read more from our chat with Jane on The People's Friend website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lJcvY0

11/07/2025

A summer holiday with a plot twist!

Are you struggling to put pen to paper? One of these top writing retreats might cure your writer’s block.

Read more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lJ73p0
📷 Moniack Mhor, Scottish Highlands

11/07/2025

Summer offer! £10 for 10 issues of The People's Friend, plus a free Feel Good Fiction Special.

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05/07/2025

Our Writer Of The Week is "Friend" author, Marian Myers. Marian's new short story, "Wedding Blues", features in this week's magazine.

She says, "I live in a large village and there’s a lot of inspiration to be had from that." We love a bit of people watching! It's a great way to spark some story ideas.

Read more from our chat with Marian: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lwCNL0

04/07/2025

Are you looking for some fun events this month? Here are the best craft fairs to visit in July.

Whether you’re a maker, a collector, or simply love browsing beautiful handmade goods, there are so many amazing days out to choose from.

Read more: https://www.thepeoplesfriend.co.uk/lifestyle/craft/best-craft-shows/

29/06/2025

Our Writer Of The Week is “Friend” author, Moira Gee. Moira’s new serial, “Irene’s War”, is currently running in the magazine.

Over the years, how do you think you have developed as a writer?

Read more from our chat with Moira: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0llTl60

28/06/2025

In this week's issue of The People's Friend, we chat to showbiz legend Paul Nicholas!

Paul Nicholas doesn’t think he’ll be reprising his role as evil Gavin Sullivan in EastEnders anytime soon, but he is always open to the idea should the phone ring.

“It’s actually very funny. I wasn’t in it for long,” he tells us. “I died, there was a funeral, and my daughter Sharon threw my ashes into a waste paper bin.

"A bit strong, I thought.

"But they do come back from the dead quite regularly on that show.”

Read more in this week's issue as Paul Nicholas discusses his new project with Jane Barrie. Out now!

27/06/2025

Our current offer is unmissable!

£10 for 10 issues of The People's Friend, plus a free Feel Good Fiction Special.

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27/06/2025

Update! Fans without a Netflix subscription, you are in luck.

Ahead of its Netflix release, 'The Thursday Murder Club' is now coming to UK cinemas for a limited time only.

The streaming site has just announced that screenings will run for a week or two starting August 22. The movie will then hit Netflix on August 28.

They must have eyes and ears everywhere because you've been heard.

‘The Thursday Murder Club’ trailer and release date have been revealed!

Fans of Richard Osman’s bestselling novel won’t have to wait much longer for this exciting new book to film adaptation.

Watch the full teaser trailer: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0kLpqK0

24/06/2025

Talking point!

Do you attend live events? If so, what kind of events do you enjoy? Literary festivals are a must for us, and the occasional concert.

Let us know in the comments below. Our favourite responses will be published in the next Talking Point section of The People's Friend magazine.