Matthew Harffy
@matthewharffy
Author of the BERNICIA CHRONICLES, the A TIME FOR SWORDS series, DARK FRONTIER, WOLF OF WESSEX. Co-host of Rock, Paper, Swords! The Historical Action and Adventure Podcast.
New episode! 🗡️ Matthew talks to David Gilman about THE KNIFE MAKER OF VENICE — a brother and sister torn apart by Barbary pirates in 1604, sold into slavery across the Mediterranean and Venice. Plus a mysterious plaque, pantsing vs. plotting, and a wild paratrooper story. 📺 youtu.be/vXISZuc5xVg
I never imagined the response my post about the ship in Nolan's #Odyssey would get. I said I enjoyed the film, but still got a ton of abuse. Yet my point remains: the Viking ship used was anachronistic. And there's a Bronze Age replica, the Argo, built in 2008, that fits better.
Bane of Bernicia is still reduced to only 1.99 in ebook in the UK on Amazon until the end of July! Over 300 ratings and an average of 4.7 stars! What are you waiting for?! #BerniciaChronicles #Beobrand #Action #History #Adventure #AmReading #histfic
I saw The #Odyssey yesterday and whilst I enjoyed it I can't be the only person to have kept wondering why ancient Greeks were aboard a poorly disguised Viking long ship. I recognised the Draken Harald Hårfagre immediately!
Pre-order the new edition of Wolf of Wessex by 23.59 Friday 24th July with the code “SUMMER26” to receive 25% off RRP Exclusively on Waterstones website and app. www.waterstones.com/campaign/jul... #wolfofwessex #WPreorder #hozbooks #bloomsbury
Last week I lost my oldest friend. Here is my tribute to Alex Forbes, taken much too soon. www.patreon.com/MatthewHarff...
It's been a difficult week and I need cheering up, so share some interesting photos of where you are or what you're reading. Cheers!
This famous Madrid bar and its indefatigable gnome-like owner,Amadeo, inspired a scene in one of my novels. Do you know which one? #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
In Foyles in Denmark Street, London. I popped in and signed the books of mine they had in stock.
New episode of Rock, Paper, Swords! ⚔️📚 Writing news from Matthew Harffy & Justin Hill then a listener Q&A. Battle scenes. Music when writing. Killing darlings. D&D. Westerns. The line between #histfic and fantasy. And why Jack Reacher is basically a medieval knight. youtu.be/nJTrf3iZAp8
Wonderful day out yesterday watching Fiji v Wales. Friends, sun, rugby, beer and barbeque. Who could ask for more?
We're going to be answering listener questions on the podcast in one of the next episodes. So if you have questions about anything for Justin Hill or me, reply to this or drop us a message. #ama
Out soon! Doherty pens a compelling tale of the clash of civilizations during the Roman Empire's crumbling and bloody collapse. Overflowing with intrigue, adventure, love, betrayal, and bravery, this is historical fiction at its most epic and promises to be the start of a fantastic saga.
A quick coffee and delicious "almond croissant cookie" at @arthauscoffee before getting the train to Wales to visit my parents. Have a great Friday!
New book coming soon. Swords of Troy by Anthony Riches. Muscular, imaginative and effortlessly entertaining. Anthony Riches gives a fresh take on a timeless saga and breathes new life into the most famous epic of all.
Great day out with my mate Gareth in Bristol. Good company, nice beer and food, and a result for England!
Bane of Bernicia is reduced on Kindle for the month of July! If you haven't picked it up yet, now's your chance to get it cheap! #BerniciaChronicles #Beobrand #Action #History #Adventure #AmReading #histfic
Good evening. It's been a productive day. I've completed the author's note and acknowledgements for my Roman novel all ready to send to the editor tomorrow in time for the deadline! #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
Hello Malmesbury! 😂 #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
What was it like interviewing the cast of Robin of Sherwood in front of 200 fans? Terrifying for about 5 minutes… then brilliant. Our new podcast episode is a behind-the-scenes look at the Herne's Arrow reunion event. youtu.be/7A2bonWCozM #RobinOfSherwood
On Saturday 27th June at 11am I'll be talking and signing books in the historic town of Malmsbury. Hope to see you there! #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
Bane of Bernicia has only been out for just over two weeks and already has 115 ratings. Thanks to everyone who's taken the time to rate or review. If you've read it and enjoyed it, please leave a review as it really helps visibility.
I finally found some time this week to make a start on my short story for the Stamford Bridge 1066 anthology. At this rate I should be able to finish it next week! #author #writerslife #writingcommunity #amwriting #writer #writing #authors #booklover #bookworm
The audiobook version of Bane of Bernicia is out now, narrated, as ever, by the extremely talented Barnaby Edwards. Listen to the latest of Beobrand's adventures right now wherever you get your audiobooks. amzn.eu/d/08aKiPPU
A nice visit to London to sign books in Goldsboro Books and then meet my editors for lunch and a chat about the future.
The end of a very fun, hot, tiring but ultimately incredibly enjoyable and rewarding weekend in Madrid at the Feria del Libro. Lots of laughs and gossip with other authors. Great company, great food, and lots and lots of books.