My next book 'Harder Than Ever: A History of Heavy Metal' is in the works - originally it was set to be completed this year and for release in 2027... However, the book is turning out to be a bit of a beast and as such, the release date has been pushed back to 2028. Just so I have time to fill the pages with as much HEAVY METAL as I possibly can. My apologies to those of you who were expecting the book in 2027. But I promise you that the wait will be more than worth it.

A few short weeks ago, I got on a tiny plane at Southampton airport and flew over to Belfast. It was only really a flying visit but we did have a little wander around the city and visited a few places. Upon arrival, I was immediately struck with how friendly everyone was. We hopped in a taxi to get us to our hotel and the driver was just so friendly and chatty. We had a bit of a laugh when he asked us what had brought us to Belfast - we were there for the WWE show, we said. H

In my restless dreams, I see that town... The UNOFFICIAL History of Silent Hill is almost here! And today I received my author copies. I won't lie...I shed a few tears holding this book in my hands for the first time. It's been the honour of my life working on this book, and this is my love letter to a video game franchise I have adored since I was far too young to be playing them. Releasing on 30th Jan (UK) & 30th March (USA) Available to preorder now: https://pen-and-sword.

With proud thanksgiving, a mother for her children, England mourns for her dead across the sea. Flesh of her flesh they were, spirit of her spirit, Fallen in the cause of the free. Solemn the drums thrill; Death august and royal Sings sorrow up into immortal spheres, There is music in the midst of desolation And a glory that shines upon our tears. They went with songs to the battle, they were young, Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow. They were staunch to the en