Too many beautifully written books are rejected on a regular basis because the submitting author doesn’t have a strong enough author platform. The barriers for authors are getting higher and the publishing industry less discerning and more unscrupulous. By operating a hybrid publishing model, Cranthorpe Millner can invite authors to publish with us based on the merit of the manuscript alone.
‘My nieces and nephew adored listening to this book and looking at the beautiful illustrations too. They are learning whilst being entertained which is the perfect combination.’
‘This book is how Children’s books should be , beautiful and something to treasure.’
‘Truly beautiful children’s book.’
‘An excellent read. I highly recommend Shaun’s autobiography and loved his writing style.’
‘Shauns story is one that inspires. Seeing him on the chase gives the impression of someone who has arrived but to know the struggle behind the success is truly inspiring.‘
‘It was a riveting story from beginning to end in the life of a barrister and a quiz master. Highly recommend that people read it.’
Release date 30/04/2024
Release date 28/05/2024
“MUST READ. INCREDIBLE … PREPARE TO HAVE THOUGHT PROVOKED.” – David Powers, author and professor of computer and cognitive science
“PACY AND EXCITING … WHILE MAKING YOU THINK.” – Matt Graydon, author and journalist
“A SOLID WRITER WITH A SOLID HOOK.” – Douglas E. Richards, New York Times bestselling author of Mind’s Eye
Released 26/11/2024
“Steven Mason is the ultimate anti-hero. This is Bond meets Trainspotting! This story grabbed me by the throat and never let go until the very last page. How the author managed to weave this insane yet believable tapestry of drug and vengeful action with the highly realistic dark underbelly of European ultra-right fanaticism I will never know, but the recipe works. Boy does it work. I never read the first two books in the trilogy but will do so as soon as I can get my heart beat to normal!”
“Marlowe doesn’t disappoint in this third and final instalment of his darkly comedic Mason Made trilogy, jetting us around Europe faster than a hypersonic Eurostar. We join Marlowe’s flawed anti-hero, Stephen Mason, as he pursues a Serbian war criminal while straddling the fine line of white powder between the increasingly dangerous Bloodaxe, and the double-crossing intelligence services. Violent, sexy, and as much fun as a night out in Amsterdam’s old town – by the end you’ll be nursing the world’s worst hangover and wondering what the hell you got up to last night.”
Released 29/10/2024
NetGalley
‘This uses the historical time-period perfectly and enjoyed how everything worked with the concept from the description. The characters were everything that I wanted and enjoyed how everything worked with them. R R Penfold was able to create a strong story and had that character development that I wanted.’
‘This was a fast paced, interesting mystery with a lot of elements of the supernatural.’
‘Such a good and fantastic read!!! I rated this book 4 stars because I really enjoyed reading it. I recommend everyone to read this book as fast as they can because it’s really good.’
‘I really like this it wasn’t your typical horror type novel. It was great read and kept you uncomfortable ( in a good way) until the end.’
Released 26/11/2024
“Focussing on lieutenant Albert Bond and other interesting soldiers on their next escapade in the Anglo-Zulu war, In the Ranks of Death is an undoubtedly well-researched, lyrically-written and outstanding second novel in the Babanango trilogy. Once again, Palmer does an incredible job in creating a captivating narrative, highlighting issues such as prejudice, class, homophobia and forbidden love in a less forgiving time. With evocative prose, authentic relationships between characters and a skillfully captured historic setting, this story will certainly appeal to readers.” – Ryan Cogley, author of An Enquiry Into Innocence and Gruesome Getaway
“In the Ranks of Death,” DG Palmer’s follow-up novel to “A Rougher Task” is that rare find in a second book in a series – one that is as equally riveting and well-written as the first. Palmer’s deft way of constructing phrases is evocative and lyrical – his descriptions of time and place eloquently transport you to the Zululand battlefields of the 1870s. Amidst the fighting and death surrounding them, the hum of the ongoing yet forbidden relationship between Bond and Coleman inspires both joy and disquiet as a sense of inevitability fills the pages. I can’t wait for the next book in the series, ever hopeful of a happily ever after! – Deb Stratas
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
‘My nieces and nephew adored listening to this book and looking at the beautiful illustrations too. They are learning whilst being entertained which is the perfect combination.’
‘This book is how Children’s books should be , beautiful and something to treasure.’
‘Truly beautiful children’s book.’
‘An excellent read. I highly recommend Shaun’s autobiography and loved his writing style.’
‘Shauns story is one that inspires. Seeing him on the chase gives the impression of someone who has arrived but to know the struggle behind the success is truly inspiring.‘
‘It was a riveting story from beginning to end in the life of a barrister and a quiz master. Highly recommend that people read it.’
Release date 30/04/2024
Release date 28/05/2024
“MUST READ. INCREDIBLE … PREPARE TO HAVE THOUGHT PROVOKED.” – David Powers, author and professor of computer and cognitive science
“PACY AND EXCITING … WHILE MAKING YOU THINK.” – Matt Graydon, author and journalist
“A SOLID WRITER WITH A SOLID HOOK.” – Douglas E. Richards, New York Times bestselling author of Mind’s Eye
Released 26/11/2024
“Steven Mason is the ultimate anti-hero. This is Bond meets Trainspotting! This story grabbed me by the throat and never let go until the very last page. How the author managed to weave this insane yet believable tapestry of drug and vengeful action with the highly realistic dark underbelly of European ultra-right fanaticism I will never know, but the recipe works. Boy does it work. I never read the first two books in the trilogy but will do so as soon as I can get my heart beat to normal!”
“Marlowe doesn’t disappoint in this third and final instalment of his darkly comedic Mason Made trilogy, jetting us around Europe faster than a hypersonic Eurostar. We join Marlowe’s flawed anti-hero, Stephen Mason, as he pursues a Serbian war criminal while straddling the fine line of white powder between the increasingly dangerous Bloodaxe, and the double-crossing intelligence services. Violent, sexy, and as much fun as a night out in Amsterdam’s old town – by the end you’ll be nursing the world’s worst hangover and wondering what the hell you got up to last night.”
Released 29/10/2024
NetGalley
‘This uses the historical time-period perfectly and enjoyed how everything worked with the concept from the description. The characters were everything that I wanted and enjoyed how everything worked with them. R R Penfold was able to create a strong story and had that character development that I wanted.’
‘This was a fast paced, interesting mystery with a lot of elements of the supernatural.’
‘Such a good and fantastic read!!! I rated this book 4 stars because I really enjoyed reading it. I recommend everyone to read this book as fast as they can because it’s really good.’
‘I really like this it wasn’t your typical horror type novel. It was great read and kept you uncomfortable ( in a good way) until the end.’
Released 26/11/2024
“Focussing on lieutenant Albert Bond and other interesting soldiers on their next escapade in the Anglo-Zulu war, In the Ranks of Death is an undoubtedly well-researched, lyrically-written and outstanding second novel in the Babanango trilogy. Once again, Palmer does an incredible job in creating a captivating narrative, highlighting issues such as prejudice, class, homophobia and forbidden love in a less forgiving time. With evocative prose, authentic relationships between characters and a skillfully captured historic setting, this story will certainly appeal to readers.” – Ryan Cogley, author of An Enquiry Into Innocence and Gruesome Getaway
“In the Ranks of Death,” DG Palmer’s follow-up novel to “A Rougher Task” is that rare find in a second book in a series – one that is as equally riveting and well-written as the first. Palmer’s deft way of constructing phrases is evocative and lyrical – his descriptions of time and place eloquently transport you to the Zululand battlefields of the 1870s. Amidst the fighting and death surrounding them, the hum of the ongoing yet forbidden relationship between Bond and Coleman inspires both joy and disquiet as a sense of inevitability fills the pages. I can’t wait for the next book in the series, ever hopeful of a happily ever after! – Deb Stratas
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
Release date 28/01/2025
Pre-order yours now!
