Don't miss this free opportunity! Coverstory books invites submissions for the eighth edition of our New Contexts anthology which we are aiming to publish at end of the first quarter of 2026. The volume seeks to showcase quality contemporary poetry and fiction, and will be made available worldwide in both Paperback and ebook formats via [...]
Author: Ian Gouge
As a compulsive writer, I have authored nearly thirty books: novels, collections of short stories, volumes of poetry, and some non-fiction. As an independent publisher (using my Coverstory books imprint), I have also produced a number of books for other writers, plus anthologies in which many contributors have had their work showcased - some for the first time. All of which is somewhat irrelevant without you, my readers. Please check-out my sites - including the links to my podcast. I would be delighted if you found something you decided you would like to read.
New Contexts: 8 – submissions open!
At time of publication earlier this year it seemed likely that New Contexts: 7 would be the final edition in our anthology series. Largely that position was taken when reflecting the impact of AI on creative writers. However, we live in hope of the triumph of man over machines, and so.... Coverstory books invites submissions [...]
“The Labours of Charles E.” – published today!
We are delighted to announce the publication of Ian Gouge's latest novel, The Labours of Charles E.. Charles E. is not well. A ‘man of letters’ and regarded by some as a ‘National Treasure’, there are elements in his past which surely disqualify such an accolade — even if his somewhat unconventional beginning adds a [...]
“The Labours of Charles E.” – publication date!
We are delighted to announce the publication of The Labours of Charles E. on the 4th October 2025. Charles E. is not well. A ‘man of letters’ and regarded by some as a ‘National Treasure’, there are elements in his past which surely disqualify such an accolade — even if his somewhat unconventional beginning adds [...]
“Crash” – October performance
Buy a book here – further discounts!
We have a new arrangement which allows readers to buy books direct from the printer at a significant discount on the list price - up to 30%! To see our latest selection, please go HERE.
John Scarborough’s debut poetry collection – 1st June
We are delighted to be able to announce John Scarborough's debut poetry collection, In The Blue Hour, will be published on 1st June, 2025. ‘In the Blue Hour’ carries an atmosphere of twilight which the poet expresses in observations of Gaia and her many moods, sometimes with a refined sense of foreboding both for humans [...]
Coming soon, John Scarborough’s debut poetry collection!
We are delighted to be able to announce John Scarborough's debut poetry collection, In The Blue Hour, will be published in late May, 2025. ‘In the Blue Hour’ carries an atmosphere of twilight which the poet expresses in observations of Gaia and her many moods, sometimes with a refined sense of foreboding both for humans [...]
Contextual 34 – Five Star!
The 34th Contextual poetry reading event was held yesterday, Thursday 24th April. Hard to believe we've been going for nearly three-and-a-half years! This month our readers were published and prize-winning poets from "Red Door Poets" - including one who made it to the 'top 10' in the most recent National Poetry Competition - and they [...]
Contextual 34 – tomorrow!
The 34th Contextual poetry reading event is tomorrow, Thursday 24th April, @19:30-20:30 UK-time. This month our readers are published and prize-winning poets from "Red Door Poets" - including one who made it to the 'top 10' in the most recent National Poetry Competition. Our readers are: Mary Mulholland Neil Douglas Katie Griffiths Gillie Robic Lesley [...]
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