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Iain Maitland, a prolific author based in Felixstowe, has carved out a distinctive space in the world of psychological thrillers. His novels—The Surrogate, The Soulmate, and others—delve into the darker corners of the human mind, examining mental illness, obsession, identity, and buried family secrets. What sets Maitland apart isn’t just his gripping plot work—it’s the … Read more
Jeanette Hewitt, who writes under the name J.M. Hewitt, is a Suffolk-based author known for her chilling, character-driven psychological crime thrillers. With a gift for turning trauma into tension and psychology into plot, Hewitt’s work explores the darkest corners of human behaviour—often with unsettling precision. Thrillers with Substance and Atmosphere In novels such as Exclusion … Read more
The inaugural session of Vinyl Club brought together four enthusiasts, each armed with a favourite purchase from the past year. The brief was simple: bring along your best vinyl buy of 2024. It didn’t have to be a new release—just new to you. No booze. No pretense. Just coffee, cake, conversation, and records. Here’s how … Read more
With a population of 761,350, Suffolk ranks as the 32nd most populous county in England. It may not be one of the largest counties, but it has a haunting statistic: at least 14 unsolved murders spanning more than six decades. While Suffolk Police currently highlight 10 of these cases on their website, four more were … Read more
Originally written in March 2014 for the now-defunct Suffolk Sports Forum | Format updated May 2025 School rivalries are a staple of youth. From the hallowed halls of Eton vs Westminster to the fictional feuds of Grange Hill vs Brookdale or Hogwarts vs Durmstrang, the idea of competing institutions is rooted in both pride and … Read more
On May 6th, 1978, Ipswich Town Football Club faced Arsenal in what remains, to this day, the most one-sided FA Cup Final ever played. It was the biggest match in our club’s history — and I almost missed it. I spent the early part of that Saturday morning crying at the foot of the stairs. … Read more
First published on The Suffolk Sports Forum, August 7th 2010 Is Supporting Your Local Football Club Outdated? Is supporting your local football club now considered an outdated idea? It certainly feels like that at times. There was a time when most fans naturally supported the nearest team to home. Loyalty was tribal, passed down from … Read more
Ruth, a Felixstowe-based author, is known for crafting gripping psychological thrillers that take readers deep into the minds of complex characters and the shadowy grey areas of justice and morality. Her work draws on years of experience as a former probation officer, offering rare insight into criminal psychology, rehabilitation, and the unseen layers of the … Read more
Welcome to the Felixstowe Authors Directory — a growing showcase of writers living in or connected to Felixstowe. From memoirists and mental health advocates to crime novelists and children’s storytellers, this page celebrates the literary talent emerging from our Suffolk coast. Each featured author brings a unique voice and story, contributing to the cultural life … Read more
Date: Saturday 15th FebruaryVenue: Felixstowe Rugby ClubOccasion: VP (Vice Presidents’) DinnerGuests: Players past and present, club supporters, sponsors, and the wonderfully mad world of grassroots rugby. When the invite to attend Felixstowe Rugby Club’s legendary VP Dinner arrived, I didn’t hesitate. Having recently hosted club chairman Rob Brewster on my radio show — where we … Read more