Publishers

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Kelly Smith  

Kelly Smith is the publisher and editor-in-chief of Bywater Books, roles that mark the culmination of many years in the book business.  More →

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Marianne K. Martin  

Marianne K. Martin is one of the best-selling lesbian romance authors in the country and her books have gained a wide international readership. Her highly successful novels include the Lambda Literary Award finalists Under the Witness Tree, | More →

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Val McDermid  

Val McDermid grew up in a Scottish mining community and read English at Oxford. She was a journalist for 16 years before turning to writing full-time. Her bestselling novels have been translated into over 30 languages.  More →

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