Bookouture acquires new unputdownable novels by Elliot, Shiner and Vickery

Publishing Director Natasha Harding has struck a deal for World All Language and audio rights for a new psychological suspense novel from bestselling author Laura Elliot.

Natasha Harding said,

‘I’m so proud to be publishing a new novel from Laura Elliot. Her writing is so absorbing and compelling, drawing you into the complex relationships between her characters as long-buried and explosive family secrets are revealed. Readers are going to absolutely love this new novel, and we can’t wait to share it with them!’

Laura Elliot said,

‘It’s hard to believe but this will be my thirteenth title to be published by Bookouture! Working with the Bookouture team has always been an exciting and enjoyable experience… and so it continues. I was delighted when Natasha Harding commissioned me to write this book, and it’s been a pleasure working with her and my new editor Lizzie Brien. I look forward with pleasure to its publication in March next year.’

We are also excited to announce that Associate Publisher Kelsie Marsden has acquired World English Language rights to two psychological thrillers by Emily Shiner from Logan Harper at Jane Rotrosen Agency.

Kelsie Marsden said,

‘I am over the moon to be working with Emily Shiner again on two more totally unputdownable psychological thrillers for 2026! With every new book, Emily’s creativity blows me away – her intricate plotting, explosive twists and totally unexpected endings make her books a total blast to read. I am in awe of her dedication to her fans, she’s always cooking up something bound to shock and delight them in equal measure. I love, love, love working with her and I cannot wait for readers to get their hands on these new books.’

Emily Shiner said,

‘I’m delighted to be working with Kelsie Marsden on two more psychological thrillers! I feel incredibly privileged to be published by Booktouture and to have the opportunity to work with their amazing team of professionals. From the beginning of an idea to publication, everyone who works on my books is incredible. Kelsie is a superb sounding board for ideas I have and I already know these new books are going to be a wild ride. Buckle up, because these books are packed with twists!’

Logan Harper said,

‘It’s such a privilege working with Emily Shiner, an author who is equal parts talented and downright lovely. She has such a knack for searing pacing and stunning twists, and I’m so excited for more of her fabulous work to be out there in the world.’

Finally, we are thrilled to announce that Associate Publisher Jennifer Hunt has acquired World All Language rights to two more novels from Sam Vickery, whose page-turners have amassed a legion of loyal fans.

Jennifer Hunt said,

‘Sam is the most beautiful, emotional writer; she pours her heart into every book she writes so it doesn’t surprise me that her readers follow her from book to book with such loyalty. This next novel is the perfect balance of twisty, heart-stopping events and rich character development – a little girl is left behind at a birthday party, and a mother is forced to face her husband’s deepest, darkest secret.’

Sam Vickery said,

‘I feel very lucky to be writing more stories for Bookouture. I’m currently completely wrapped up in my character’s lives, and I’m loving the adventure of discovering their journeys – not to mention delving into the secrets they’ve been hiding! I have adored working with my editor, Jen, and am so excited that we’re going to continue to work together on these next stories. We understand each other so well and she pushes me to make every book the best it can be.’

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