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News and Events
At Extremis Publishing we are in the process of developing new titles throughout the year, and information about book releases will be posted to the site along with author news and breaking developments.
Please keep checking back for updates about our forthcoming publications, as well as details of book launches and other Extremis Publishing public events. |
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The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business Video Promo
24th May 2022 Author Robert Murray introduces The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business - the third volume in his series of Grocer's Boy tales which chronicles his time with the famous Dundee-based wholesale food distributor Watson and Philip between the 1970s and the early 2000s. To watch the video, please visit our YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJyUV4qDhas |
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Robert Murray Book Event Coming Soon
18th May 2022 With only a fortnight left to go, just a reminder that author Robert Murray will be giving a public presentation about his new book The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business on the day of its release, Tuesday 31st May 2022, at 2pm, by kind invitation of Dundee Library Services. Robert will be presenting a talk about his book at the Steps Theatre, Dundee Central Library, Wellgate Centre, Dundee, DD1 1DB. He will be giving details of the ups and downs of his life in the wholesale grocery distribution industry, with many entertaining stories of his time working in Dundee and across Scotland. The presentation will conclude with a question and answer session and book signing. This will be the public's first opportunity to purchase a copy of the book and to have it autographed and personalised by the author. Entry to the event is free, but due to high demand prior registration is required for anyone planning to attend on the day. For more information about how to book your ticket, please visit EventBrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/robert-murray-the-grocers-boy-gets-down-to-business-tickets-308535396677 or alternatively phone the Dundee Central Library reception directly on 01382 431500 to reserve your seat. |
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Murray at Stirling's Off the Page Book Festival
11th May 2022 As part of the annual Off the Page Book Festival in the city of Stirling, archaeologist Dr Murray Cook will be livestreaming an entertaining presentation on the issue of 'Debunking the Myth'. The event will be covering the question of why romantic legends about history have retained perennial popularity throughout the ages - even when some of these old stories are widely considered to be not entirely factual in their details. The talk will be taking place on Thursday 26th May between 7pm and 8pm on Microsoft Teams, and will be preceded by some tales blogged by Murray and his colleague, archivist Pam McNicol, which will explain the difference between some historical legends and the truth behind them. For more information about the event, please visit: https://stirlingevents.org/tolbooth-event/debunking-the-myth/ |
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The Grocer's Boy Gets Podcasting!
9th May 2022 Many thanks to Robert Murray, author of The Grocer's Boy books, who kindly took part in a new podcast about his soon-to-be-released third instalment in the trilogy, The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business. In the episode, Robbie discusses working for the much-respected Dundee firm of Watson and Philip and talks about his many experiences in the fast-moving retail distribution trade. The recording will be uploaded in the weeks ahead. Not long to go now until the book's launch at Dundee Central Library on Tuesday 31st May at 2pm - and there's still time to secure your ticket. Entry to the event is free, but due to high demand prior registration is required for anyone planning to attend on the day. For more information about how to book in advance, please visit EventBrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/robert-murray-the-grocers-boy-gets-down-to-business-tickets-308535396677 |
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Writers Talk About Their Work Podcast Featuring Julie
4th May 2022 In this month's Extremis Publishing Podcast, Extremis Publishing co-director Julie Christie discusses the unconventional career path that led her into the world of publishing, as well as talking about her approach to writing. To listen to the podcast, please visit our podcast page. |
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Thanks to Stirling Probus Club
28th April 2022 Extremis Publishing would like to thank Stirling Probus Club for inviting them to give a presentation about the company's work yesterday, 27th April 2022. The talk was entitled "Digital Publishing: Local Companies with Global Reach", and directors Julie and Tom Christie explained their business journey so far with many books on display from the Extremis back catalogue. It was a pleasure to meet with so many people who had a genuine interest in literature and publishing, with a lively Q&A session taking place afterwards. Thanks again to everyone involved. |
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The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business Launch Event Forthcoming
21st April 2022 By kind invitation of Dundee Library Services, author Robert Murray will be giving a public presentation about his new book The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business on the day of its release, Tuesday 31st May 2022, at 2pm. Robert will be presenting a talk about his book at the Steps Theatre, Dundee Central Library, Wellgate Centre, Dundee, DD1 1DB. The third in his successful Grocer's Boy series, The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business covers his period of employment with famous wholesale grocery retailer Watson and Philip in Dundee from the 1970s until the turn of the century. The presentation will conclude with a question and answer session and book signing. This will be the public's first opportunity to purchase a copy of the book and to have it autographed and personalised by the author. Entry to the event is free, but due to high demand prior registration is required for anyone planning to attend on the day. For more information about how to book your ticket, please visit EventBrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/robert-murray-the-grocers-boy-gets-down-to-business-tickets-308535396677 |
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Learning My Living Now Available to Buy
15th April 2022 Dr Gaye Manwaring's new book, Learning My Living, is now available to buy from online retailers and independent booksellers worldwide. In this reflective new volume, Gaye looks back upon an eventful career in the higher education sector and discusses the many ways in which approaches to learning have evolved over the past fifty years in the United Kingdom and beyond. She reveals how the world of education has changed and developed over the past few decades, drawing on examples from her varied experiences in the field. From her own formative experiences in the British education system through to her award-winning university career, Gaye explains the vital importance of lifelong learning and explores the changing ways that education is continuing to empower lives and encourage exciting new approaches. For more information about Learning My Living, including details of participating retailers, please visit our Learning My Living page. |
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Shaping Scotland's Stories Catalogue for Spring/Summer 2022
12th April 2022 Many thanks to Publishing Scotland, which has featured several Extremis Publishing titles in their Shaping Scotland's Stories Spring/Summer 2022 catalogue. Throughout the year, Publishing Scotland will be curating a series of events and online content to tie in with Visit Scotland’s Year of Stories - an initiative which will be showcasing the very best of what Scotland has to offer. This national campaign puts Scotland’s stories at the heart of tourism, and celebrates the breadth of talent and deep history surrounding the country. To find out more, or to download and read a copy of the catalogue, please visit: https://www.publishingscotland.org/feature/spring-summer-catalogue/ |
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Learning My Living Video Promo
7th April 2022 With just a week to go until its release date, Dr Gaye Manwaring MBE introduces Learning My Living, her entertaining account of a career which spans more than fifty years in higher education. Gaye discusses the ethos behind the book, and reveals the motivations which inspired her to write it. To watch the video, please visit our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/q0AEGmdn3do |
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Announcing The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business Available for Pre-order
5th April 2022 It is with great pleasure that Extremis Publishing would like to announce a new book by Robert Murray. In The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business, Robert looks back on thirty years in the grocery distribution trade, reflecting on the many changes that took place in the sector between the 1970s and the turn of the century and considering the distributive trades revolution that took place in that period. With many anecdotes and personal recollections, Robert discusses an eventful period in grocery distribution in which he had moved from teaching and training into the busy corporate world. From the social and economic turbulence of the 1980s to the ruthless commercial competitiveness of the 1990s, Robert witnessed sweeping changes in the industry — a revolution which was to transform the way companies did business in the UK and far beyond. Join him as he pedals on through thirty years in the grocery trade before parking up his old delivery bike for the final time. The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business will be released on Tuesday 31st May 2022. For more information about the book, including participating retailers where you can pre-order your copy, please visit our The Grocer's Boy Gets Down to Business page. |
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Five Favourite TV Shows Podcast with Colin
1st April 2022 In this month's Extremis Publishing Podcast, author Dr Colin M. Barron reveals his five favourite TV shows - the television programmes which have most influenced him over the years, ranging from groundbreaking comedy to thrilling action adventures. To listen to the podcast, please visit our podcast page. |
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Thanks to Dundee University Students Association
23rd March 2022 Many thanks to Dundee University Students Association for inviting Extremis Publishing directors Julie Christie and Tom Christie to talk about the present and future of digital publishing. Taking place on Tuesday 22nd March at the Student Union building in Dundee's Airlie Place, Tom and Julie were delighted to answer questions about the creative industries and to discuss the many ways in which the modern publishing industry is continuing to evolve. It is always a pleasure to meet students with such a diverse range of academic backgrounds and to offer encouragement about careers in publishing. |
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Announcing Learning My Living Available for Pre-order
21st March 2022 Extremis Publishing is delighted to announce a new book by Dr Gaye Manwaring MBE, in which she reflects upon an eventful career in the higher education sector, discussing the many ways in which approaches to learning have evolved over the past fifty years in the United Kingdom and beyond. In Learning My Living, Gaye reveals how the world of education has changed and developed over the past few decades, drawing on examples from her varied experiences in the field. From her own formative experiences in the British education system through to her award-winning university career, Gaye explains the vital importance of lifelong learning and explores the changing ways that education is continuing to empower lives and encourage exciting new approaches. Learning My Living will be released on Friday 15th April 2022. For more information about the book, including participating retailers where you can pre-order your copy, please visit our Learning My Living page. |
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Extremis Publishing Awarded Go-Digital Funding from Publishing Scotland
18th March 2022 Many thanks to Publishing Scotland, who have awarded Extremis Publishing a grant as part of their Go-Digital funding for 2021/22. The purpose of this fund is to assist Scotland-based book publishers to develop their digital offerings and skills through access to marketing opportunities, events, training, consultancies and new equipment. Thanks to their kind support, we will be unveiling a brand new project later this year, so please watch this space for further details! |
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Extremis Publishing at Dundee University Career Days
10th March 2022 By kind invitation of Dundee University Students Association, Extremis Publishing will be giving a presentation about the present and future of digital publishing at a special event taking place on Tuesday 22nd March between 12pm and 1pm. Directors Julie and Tom Christie will be talking about the publishing industry, the challenges which face it, and the road which lies ahead. The presentation will be taking place at the Air Bar within the DUSA Student Union building in Airlie Place, Dundee. Admission is free, but tickets can be booked in advance from EventBrite at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-present-and-future-of-digital-publishing-tickets-291743932957 |
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Happy World Book Day!
3rd March 2022 Wherever you are and whatever you're reading today, Extremis Publishing would like to wish you a very happy World Book Day! |
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Secrets and Mysteries of the Heart 200 Route Podcast
2nd March 2022 In this month's Extremis Publishing Podcast, Julie Christie and Tom Christie have a chat about their new Heart 200 road trip guide Secrets and Mysteries of the Heart 200 Route with Mike Dales, the communications director of Heart 200. Together, they discuss the enduring appeal of this epic journey around Stirlingshire and Perthshire as well as highlighting some of the more unusual and offbeat attractions to be found along the way. To listen to the podcast, please visit our podcast page. |
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Julie Smashes Her Fundraising Target
1st March 2022 Congratulations to Julie Christie on succeeding in her 10,000 steps a day "Footsteps for your Foodbank" challenge! Julie walked at least 10,000 steps every day in February in support of Start Up Stirling's community's crisis food bank, and in the end walked over 135 miles - further than the distance between London and Paris! Thanks to the kind generosity of her sponsors, she raised her full total for Start Up Stirling. It's not too late to donate, however - if you would like to support Julie's efforts, you can find out more on her JustGiving page at: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/julie-christie-at-startupstirling |
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Murray and Julie Explore Stirling's Ancient City Walls
23rd February 2022 Author Dr Murray Cook was stepping out for a good cause when he organised an informational walk around Stirling's ancient city walls yesterday, Tuesday 22nd February. Talking about the many historical features of the walls and their long role in the life of the city, Murray's efforts were in support of Start Up Stirling, and he was joined by Extremis Publishing co-director Julie Christie who is still participating in her month-long 10,000 steps-a-day challenge for the community's crisis food bank. A great time was had by all, even in spite of the stormy weather! |
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Publishing Brings Ideas and Stories to Life
18th February 2022 The Publishers Association has launched an innovative new series of videos and materials which explore the ways in which the UK publishing industry plays a vital role in our country's life. Publishing is a sector which demonstrates personal, social, economic and innovative value, producing trusted information, connecting creators and audiences, and underpinning the global knowledge economy. Publishing plays a crucial role in sharing our language, culture, expertise, and stories with the world, and our shared story is still only just beginning. To watch the video in full, please visit the Publishers Association's YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15rf-LBDoK0 |
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Julie on Find Time for Exercise Podcast
15th February 2022 As her 10,000 step challenge continues throughout February, author and Extremis Publishing co-director Julie Christie has been a guest on the Find Time for Exercise podcast. Hosted by author and physical exercise expert Mike Dales, Julie discusses her sponsored exercise - which is in support of Start Up Stirling, the community's crisis food bank - and talks about what inspired her to put her best foot forward this month. To listen to the podcast, please visit the Find Time for Exercise website at: https://www.findtimeforexercise.com/podcast |
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Julie's 10,000 Steps Challenge Update
9th February 2022 Extremis Publishing co-director and author Julie Christie has been busy keeping pace with her 10,000 steps a day challenge throughout February. She is raising funds and awareness for Start Up Stirling, the community's crisis food bank, by walking 10,000 steps every day of the month. So far, her efforts have taken her to some unexpected and beautiful places, including the village of Abernethy - where Julie visited the famous Round Tower as well as the renowned Clootie McToot Dumplings shop nearby. There's still time to donate to Julie's JustGiving page, with all sponsorship proceeds going to Start Up Stirling. Please consider supporting this worthy cause. For more information, please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/julie-christie-at-startupstirling |
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Bannockburn and Stirling Bridge Podcast
3rd February 2022 In this month's Extremis Publishing Podcast, Stirling archaeologist Dr Murray Cook has a chat about his latest book, Bannockburn and Stirling Bridge: Exploring Scotland's Two Greatest Battles, where he discusses the legacy of Scotland's Wars of Independence and the impact they had on the city of Stirling - an influence which can still be witnessed today on account of the many different historical sites and archaeological finds located throughout the area. To listen to the podcast, please visit our podcast page. |
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Tom in The Spectrum Show Magazine
1st February 2022 Dr Tom Christie's book The Spectrum of Adventure: A Brief History of Interactive Fiction on the Sinclair ZX Spectrum is featured in the latest edition of The Spectrum Show Magazine. Appearing on 'Grumpy Ogre's Adventure Page' on pages 48-49 of the January 2022 issue, Tom's book is reviewed by editor Paul Jenkinson who discusses its exploration of the Sinclair Spectrum's text adventure glory days. To read more, please visit the Spectrum Show Magazine's website at: https://www.thespectrumshow.net/magazines.html |
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Extremis Authors Stepping Out for a Good Cause
27th January 2022 Authors at Extremis Publishing are putting their best foot forward for a good cause this year, as Julie Christie and Dr Murray Cook are both setting out to raise funds for Start Up Stirling, the region's food bank. Julie has pledged to walk 10,000 steps every day of February in memory of her late mother - a total of 280,000 steps by the end of the month. She will be raising funds via JustGiving at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/julie-christie-at-startupstirling with all of the proceeds being donated to Start Up Stirling. Also in February, Murray will be organising "Explore Scotland's Best Preserved City Walls" - a guided walk around Stirling's historic walls, with expert commentary by this experienced author and archaeologist. The walk will be taking place on 22nd February between 2pm-4pm, and places must be booked by e-mailing Murray on cookm@stirling.gov.uk. Participation in the walk is free, but a collection will be made in support of Start Up Stirling. We hope that you'll consider supporting either or both of these great initiatives, which are in aid of an invaluable resource which helps the whole community here in the Stirling area. |
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A Burns Night Haggis Space Odyssey
25th January 2022 Happy Burns Night! As millions across the globe prepare to raise a glass in remembrance of Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns, let's not forget last year's history-making event when the famous firm of butchers, Simon Howie, launched a haggis into space for the first time. Rocketing from the company's headquarters in Dunning thanks to a special orbital launcher operated by Stratonauts, the haggis reached the very edge of space and travelled across various Scottish locations such as Stirling, Falkirk and Edinburgh before safely making touchdown in Lauder. This amazing achievement was reported far and wide, and ensured that Simon Howie had immortalised Burns Night as a truly out of this world event! This story, and many other little-known tales from around Central Scotland, are related in Secrets and Mysteries of the Heart 200 Route by Thomas A. Christie and Julie Christie. For more information about the book, please visit its page. |
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We're Backing the Bid!
20th January 2022 Extremis Publishing is delighted to be supporting Stirling's bid to become UK City of Culture in 2025. Living and working in the Stirling area, we know only too well what a remarkable and vibrant place the city is, with incredible arts and cultural resources being showcased by some of the most amazing people you could ever hope to meet. Why not visit Stirling: Alive with Culture at https://www.yourstirling.com/stirling-uk-city-of-culture-2025-bid/ and see for yourself the incredible array of organisations and businesses from across the area which are all giving their backing to the bid. |
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Joy in The Japan Society Review
18th January 2022 Professor Joy Hendry's book An Affair with a Village features in the latest edition of The Japan Society Review. In an article by Alice French, the content of An Affair with a Village is reviewed in detail, exploring Joy's many amazing experiences while staying in rural Japan and the lasting friendships that she has made with the residents of the village of Kurotsuchi. To read the review, please visit The Japan Society Review website. |
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New Bannockburn House Lecture Series
13th January 2022 Stirling archaeologist Dr Murray Cook will be one of a number of speakers taking part in Bannockburn House's Jacobite Lectures Event on Saturday 15th January 2022. A full lineup of passionate professionals and enthusiasts have been brought together to provide a variety of talks exploring the 1745 Jacobite Rising, and the series takes place during "Jacobite January" - a month of events from Bannockburn House which commemorate the time that the Prince Charles Edward Stuart was in residence there during the year 1746. Murray's presentation will take place at 12:30pm that day, though the full programme of lectures will run from 11am to 3pm. For further information about the event, and to book tickets in advance, please visit the EventBrite website at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jacobite-lectures-at-bannockburn-house-tickets-229319078537 |
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David M. Addison, 1947-2022
11th January 2022 It is with much sadness that we must announce the death of our dear friend David M. Addison, who has passed away after a short battle with illness. David was the first author to sign with Extremis Publishing, and his book An Innocent Abroad: Award-Winner's Edition was the first book that our company released back in 2015. In his time working with us, we published a number of David's books on travel - a subject that was always dear to his heart. This included An Innocent Abroad and Still Innocent Abroad, his reflections on a teacher exchange visit to the American State of Montana in the 1970s; Travels Through Time in Italy and Travels Around Sorrento, which related his journeys around Italy; and his celebrated cultural and historical commentaries on Scotland's road trips which included Exploring the NC500, Exploring the SWC300 and Exploring the Snow Roads. David wrote several other books in his lifetime, including volumes describing his time in Cuba and the Mediterranean as well as his well-received biography, Confessions of a Banffshire Loon, in which he documented his youth in the Scottish North-East. But David’s contribution to literature didn’t stop with his books. In 2015 he was invited to contribute to the prestigious Coldnoon International Journal of Travel Literature by its founder and editor in chief, Professor Arup Chatterjee. Published by Jindal Global University at Sonipat near New Delhi, the Coldnoon Journal is respected throughout the world for its celebration of scholarly writing on the subject of travel, and David published a number of essays with them over the years which gained him a whole new audience of admirers. David Addison was a unique literary figure, and we consider it an honour and a pleasure to have spent so many years working with him. In his unstinting commitment to his craft, the warmth of his wit, and his obvious affection and respect for literature the world over, he influenced countless people and will be greatly missed. |
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Burns Night Special Podcast with Robbie
5th January 2022 In the first Extremis Publishing Podcast of 2022, Robert Murray - author of The Spirit of Robbie Burns - drops by for a discussion about Burns Night: the international celebration of the life of Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns, which takes place every 25th January. Literature, haggis, whisky and good humour are all on the agenda as Robbie explores the essential elements behind a great Burns Night event. To listen to the podcast, please visit our podcast page. |
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