Bookouture signs new contracts with authors Ragsdale and Goldring

We are delighted to announce that Associate Publisher Jess Whitlum-Cooper has agreed a World All Languages deal, including audio, with Alison Ragsdale for two new suspenseful women’s fiction novels. The first novel will publish in September 2026, the second in April 2027.

Jess said,

‘I am so pleased to be bringing more gripping women’s fiction novels from Alison to the Bookouture list. Alison is a fantastic storyteller and creates relatable characters facing impossible choices that feel incredibly real. It is such a joy to be her editor, and I can’t wait for readers to discover her new stories!’

Alison said,

‘I am absolutely thrilled to continue working with my wonderful editor, Jess. Her laser-sharp insights and support have been invaluable, and I’m excited that we’ll be bringing two new stories to life together. The entire Bookouture team has been a dream to work with, and I can’t wait for this next step and to share more Scotland-based tales of family with my lovely readers.’

We are also thrilled to announce we have signed for two more historical fiction novels from Kindle bestselling author Suzanne Goldring. Associate Publisher Lydia Vassar-Smith signed a World All Languages Deal with Elly James at HHB Agency Ltd.

Lydia said,

‘I am so delighted to be working on some new novels with Sue, who is such an intelligent, perceptive and commercial writer. She writes strong heroines who stay with the reader long after you’ve closed the book and takes the reader on a trip through some of the most intriguing and important areas of history. We are thrilled to be her publisher!’

Sue said,

‘I am thrilled to be able to continue working with Lydia and the brilliant Bookouture team. I couldn’t have a more supportive and enthusiastic editor, who gives me such encouragement with every book. I am so looking forward to working on my next two books with her.’

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