I am pleased to announce that I am now available for interview, and that Peeling Apples — my debut novella — is available for review.
Published by DarkWinter Press, Peeling Apples is a lyrical, working-class coming-of-age story set in the North of England. At its heart is Martyn, a boy navigating grief, memory, and the small, quiet acts of love that hold us together. This book is a sidestep from my usual poetic work, and a personal piece of prose that began in truth and slowly, deliberately, slid into fiction.
For readers, reviewers, podcasters, and editors interested in covering the book or speaking with me about it, a complete press kit is now available. It includes:
- Author’s Note
- Full Synopsis
- Advance Praise
- Sample Pages
- Author Bio & Photos
- Cover Artwork
- Contact Details
📎 Access the full Press Kit here.
I am happy to discuss the writing process, the emotional territory of the book, the shift from poetry to prose, working-class identity in literature, or the challenges of small press publishing. I am also open to readings, panel events, and in-conversation formats — online or in person.
For all interview requests or review copy enquiries, please email me alan@thebrokenspine.co.uk.
Thank you for your interest in Peeling Apples. I look forward to connecting.
Peeling Apples by Alan Parry is a debut novella (2024) that explores male vulnerability in literature through the lens of working-class fiction in the UK. Published by DarkWinter Press, a small press championing literary fiction, the book marks a bold move from poet to prose writer, offering a tender, emotionally honest story about grief, memory, and love. For editors, podcasters, and journalists interested in interviews with indie authors or covering books about grief and masculinity, Peeling Apples presents a powerful, personal narrative that deserves a closer look.
