Doctor Who: Tomb of Valdemar by Simon Messingham (BBC, 2000) Messingham writes in the present tense, and with a framing device fit to discombobulate readers weaned on Terrance Dicks and the like. The result is a fully fledged SF novel that artfully showcases—rather than props itself up on—the Fourth Doctor.
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Sirens paperback release
Simon Messingham’s dark dystopian satire is out in paperback! Available now from Lulu.
Sirens – Review #1
Sirens by Simon Messingham has been reviewed by Sandra Scholes for the British Fantasy Society: “…dark fiction with plenty of comedy… you can’t help but laugh at Anthony as much as you dearly want to hate him… the sort of read you can’t put down even when it’s time for bed.” Read the full review here. …
Sirens released!
Without warning, without explanation, two hundred human beings on Earth simultaneously gained a new mental ability that would alter the planet forever. They called the power The Glamour and its recipients Sirens… It’s official: Simon Messingham’s new novel has arrived! The authorities called it The Moment. Incisive; original; darkly satirical: Sirens is available here in hardcover…
Sirens Publication Date Set
Derelict Space Sheep is pleased to announce the forthcoming release of Sirens, an original novel by Simon Messingham. The authorities called it The Moment. Without warning, without explanation, two hundred human beings on Earth simultaneously gained a new mental ability that would alter the planet forever. They called the power The Glamour and its recipients Sirens. …
42 Word Review: Doctor Who – The Day of the Troll by Simon Messingham
Doctor Who: The Day of the Troll by Simon Messingham (BBC Audio, 2009) David Tennant narrates in his Scottish accent and plays the Doctor very much as per tv, bringing authenticity and complementary zest to this typically grim, typically compelling Simon Messingham novel, available (atypically) only in audio format. Something is lurking under the bridge…