Scottish Author's new book presents a hilarious view of life and love in a Scottish fishing village.
February 21, 2007 (Press Release) --
Well-known Scottish writer and photographer Rod Fleming has published a new novel novel. Called Poaching the River, it is set in a fishing village “somewhere on the east coast of Scotland.”
Mr Fleming said “I was brought up near Arbroath and have lived and worked in various places on the east coast for most of my life. I wanted to write something that reflected the dry humour that is so characteristic of the people here. The material for the book was gleaned from many interviews and casual conversations I’ve had over the years from as far south as Dunbar to Banff and further north.”
The book describes a fictional series of events that span a week in the life of the village, culminating in a spectacular finish. “The book is tongue-in-cheek and irreverent, but that’s the nature of east-coasters and something we should be proud of. I’ve also tried to be true to how people speak in these parts, but not in a self-conscious way. I just used the language I grew up with.”
Mr Fleming explained “This is a very funny book. As well as drawing on research it reflects a lot of the things that I remember while growing up on the east coast. It is nostalgic but not in a kailyard romance way. While I have poked a lot of fun at life and people it has been done with real fondness and I hope those who read the book will appreciate this.”
Mr Fleming has published the book under his own imprint, PlashMill Press. “I am delighted to have this opportunity to launch a new Scottish publishing imprint. I intend to publish more of my own books through it but PlashMill Press will also consider publishing works by other authors.” The new firm has a website at www.plashmillpress.com with full details about submissions procedures and other information about its publications.
Poaching the River costs £11.99 in paperback and can be ordered online or by phone through PlashMill Press, or through local bookshops. There is also a website dedicated to the book, www.poachingtheriver.com/ where chapters of the book can be read and downloaded. PlashMill Press can be also contacted by telephone on +44 (0)1241 826108.
Mr Fleming said “People can order copies directly through the website, where there are a number of payment options including PayPal and Nochex. Postage is free anywhere in the world so we can send copies directly to relatives or friends abroad, with a dedication if required. PLease see the PLashMill Press website for more details.”
Mr Fleming said “I was brought up near Arbroath and have lived and worked in various places on the east coast for most of my life. I wanted to write something that reflected the dry humour that is so characteristic of the people here. The material for the book was gleaned from many interviews and casual conversations I’ve had over the years from as far south as Dunbar to Banff and further north.”
The book describes a fictional series of events that span a week in the life of the village, culminating in a spectacular finish. “The book is tongue-in-cheek and irreverent, but that’s the nature of east-coasters and something we should be proud of. I’ve also tried to be true to how people speak in these parts, but not in a self-conscious way. I just used the language I grew up with.”
Mr Fleming explained “This is a very funny book. As well as drawing on research it reflects a lot of the things that I remember while growing up on the east coast. It is nostalgic but not in a kailyard romance way. While I have poked a lot of fun at life and people it has been done with real fondness and I hope those who read the book will appreciate this.”
Mr Fleming has published the book under his own imprint, PlashMill Press. “I am delighted to have this opportunity to launch a new Scottish publishing imprint. I intend to publish more of my own books through it but PlashMill Press will also consider publishing works by other authors.” The new firm has a website at www.plashmillpress.com with full details about submissions procedures and other information about its publications.
Poaching the River costs £11.99 in paperback and can be ordered online or by phone through PlashMill Press, or through local bookshops. There is also a website dedicated to the book, www.poachingtheriver.com/ where chapters of the book can be read and downloaded. PlashMill Press can be also contacted by telephone on +44 (0)1241 826108.
Mr Fleming said “People can order copies directly through the website, where there are a number of payment options including PayPal and Nochex. Postage is free anywhere in the world so we can send copies directly to relatives or friends abroad, with a dedication if required. PLease see the PLashMill Press website for more details.”
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