I’ve finally set up a mailing list on my website! The newsletter will give timely updates on my books, work in progress and forthcoming events, as well as giving subscribers bonus bookish content and exclusive giveaways. You can sign up here: www.helenjonesauthor.com/contact

Check out my new post! I spent the day in Cardiff, my home city (although I don’t live there anymore) visiting locations in my book, dropping proofs to fabulous independent bookstores and having a great time. arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/on-locatio... #substack #blog #cardiff #caerdydd

On Location in Cardiff

Or, in Welsh: Ar Leoliad yng Nghaerdydd

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In my latest substack, I discuss how I found my writing tribe. It took a few years, but I think I'm there now! arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/finding-yo... #substack #blog #findyourtribe #writingtribe

Finding Your (Writing) Tribe

You need not be the lonely writer forever sitting at a desk

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August Reads! My favourite was 'The Trouble with Sister Francis' by Matt Coyne - quite simply, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, no notes. Not just recommended, it's a must read! I wonder what September will bring, apart from an ever increasing TBR... 😂 #augustreads #readingcommunity

It's just been announced that I will be appearing at @stockportnoir.bsky.social in 2027! If you'd like to know more, or grab a ticket, take a look here: www.ticketsource.com/serenity-boo...

Thank you Likely Suspects for this fab pin badge and proof of #TheDominoMan by @helenjauthor.bsky.social which is coming from @simonschusteruk.bsky.social 14th January. I'm so looking forward to reading it! 😍💙📚

It's 150 days until my book is out, and I'm terribly excited! But I know books can be expensive, so please consider requesting #TheDominoMan at your local library. All you need is the title, author name and publication date (14 Jan 27). #thedominoman #useyourlocallibrary

#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Katy Varley #author of The Thin Green Wedge portobellobookblog.com/2026/08/15/t... @portybelle.bsky.social

#ThreeTwoOne quickfire questions with Katy Varley #author of The Thin Green Wedge

I’m delighted to be joined by Katy Varley today, author of The Thin Green Wedge. The Thin Green Wedge was published by Shieldmaiden Press in May and available now in paperback and digital edi…

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In my latest blog, I discuss the joy of seeing and holding your book for the first time, and the nervous wait for those first reviews to come in.... Read more at: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/proof-copi... #blog #substack #arsenicandcoldcase #proofcopies #earlyreviews

Proof Copies & Early Reviews

Seeing my book for the first time and hearing what other people think of it

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Thrilled to have been chosen to be part of The Domino Effect 📕The Domino Man by Helen Jones📕 📚Published by Simon & Schuster, January 2027📚 Proof received yesterday & I’m really looking forward to reading this debut thriller 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #BookSky📚💙 @simonschusteruk.bsky.social @helenjauthor.bsky.social

Pre-order links are now live for The Domino Man in UK, Australia, Canada, India and the USA 🎉 Follow my linktree (in bio!) for more info. And if you're worried that you might forget, follow me on Amazon and you'll get a reminder when my book is out: www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Helen...

If you've not read 'Five on Friday' before, take a look today and then read the backlist too! It's so fun!

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Five on Friday with Jane Bellis Today I'm delighted to feature author Jane Bellis. Jane is a Sacred Nervous System and Shadow Integration Coach, founder of Mojo School for Holistic Wellness, and author of the new book Mrs Mojo: The Art of Feeling Better – Healing, Purpose & the Rise of the Divine…

I'll be appearing at the Cheshire Crime Writers Festival in 2027! Join me and Heather Critchlow on Saturday 6th February, starting at 11:45am. Tickets and the full programme are available here: thecuriouscatbookshop.co.uk/cheshire-cri... #cheshirecrimewritersfestival #helenjones #heathercritchlow

In my latest substack, here's what I got up to a the recent Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival AKA Harrogate! arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/adventures... #substack #blog #harrogate

Adventures in Harrogate

My first time at the Theakston's Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival

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July Reads! 10 books this month and my favourite was Body Of Lies by @jocallaghankat.bsky.social - a fabulous end to the Kat and Lock series! #julyreads #readingcommunity #amreading 2 m

My author proofs arrived this weekend! Isn't she beautiful? Gorgeous cover and spine 😍 #thedominoman #proofcopies #happyauthor #debutauthor

In my latest blog, I'm talking about Proofreading - what is it, who does it and how long does it take? Also, top tips for not giving yourself a migraine while going through the process! Check it out here: arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/proofreading #blog #pathtopublication #proofreading

Proofreading

Or, how to make your novel as perfect as it's going to get

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Sometimes you have to let the wanderlust win, but especially when it means having a good nose around a famous author’s house! In my latest blog, take a look around Greenway House and Burgh Island with me… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/exploring-... #agathachristie #greenway #burghisland

Exploring Agatha Christie's Devon

Seeking crime (fiction) inspiration on the English Riviera

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June Reads! I read nine books and have three favourites: * 10 Marchfield Square by Nicola Whyte * A Sociopath's Guide to a Successful Marriage by M K Oliver * The Wilds by Sarah Pearse But they were all great! #readingcommunity #amreading #junereads

COVER REVEAL! I am so excited to reveal the cover of my debut novel, The Domino Man, which will be published in paperback, eBook and audiobook by @simonschusteruk.bsky.social on January 14, 2027 😍 #coverreveal #thedominoman

It's 200 days today until my debut novel, The Domino Man, is coming out! But that's not the most exciting thing happening this week. Watch this space for the official cover reveal, coming very soon! #thedominoman #debutnovel #2027debut

Happy Father's Day! Sul y Tadau Hapus! x

Happy midsummer! It might not be the longest day until tomorrow, but we had lunch using some traditional celebration ingredients. Smoked salmon and beetroot salad, strawberry cheesecake, and elderflower fizz. It was the perfect meal for a sunny summer day 🌞 #midsummer

While we're coming towards the end of Independent Bookshop Week, it's never too late to pop into your local indie! My local is @rossiterbooks.bsky.social in Cheltenham (although they have six other lovely branches too!), but I also love these bookshops... (1/2)

After my publishing deal was announced a couple of weeks ago, I thought it would be fun to take a closer look into how this happens, when, and what happens next... arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/announcing... #PathtoPublication #PublishingDeal

Announcing the Deal

Plus, pre-order links and the draft cover!

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Lovely to see this in @thebookseller.com !

The Bookseller@thebookseller.com · 4mo ago

Simon & Schuster UK has acquired Helen Jones' debut in two-book deal. 👇

Absolutely delighted to formally announce this today 🥳 www.thebookseller.com/rights/simon...

Simon & Schuster acquires Helen Jones' debut in two-book deal

Simon & Schuster UK has acquired Helen Jones' debut in two-book deal.

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Finally launching my website is something that’s taken an absolute age, and it’s still not completely done. But here it is and here’s how it happened… arsenicandcoldcase.substack.com/p/soft-launc... #website #authorwebsite #softlaunch

Soft Launching my Website

Finding the right platform, writing copy and checking it works on mobile!

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Here's my May reads! My favourite was How To Get Away With Murder by debut author Rebecca Philipson. This is a masterpiece of crime fiction, with fabulous pop culture references and a main character who keeps you guessing until the very end. Highly recommended! #readingcommunity

With Book 1 pending proof read, and Book 2 with my agent and editor for review, it's time to write Book 3. Started on Monday. I'm four chapters in, 6500 words down and I get to draw a map this afternoon. Love this part of the process 🥰 #amwriting #crimefiction #book3