Saints of New York, the latest novel from award-winning crime fiction author R.J. Ellory is released in the UK today.
Congratulations to R.J. Ellory who has received one of the most prestigious awards in crime writing. His novel A Simple Act of Violence scooped this year’s Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award, announced 22 July at the opening night party of the Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival in Harrogate.
First and foremost, I want to say a huge 'Thank you!' for voting for 'A Simple Act of Violence' for the Theakston's Award 2010. Well, the good news is that the book has been shortlisted. The second stage of voting is now open.
A Simple Act of Violence has been longlisted for the Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award. The award, now in its 6th year is largely voted for by the public and is now considered a major accolade in the crime-writing field
As of Friday 21st May, the public will have three weeks to vote for their favourite title at www.theakstons.co.uk, and the result of this vote will determine the eight titles that make it onto the shortlist.
The official RJ Ellory YouTube Channel is now released with several new interview clips.