Sample of authors
Norman, Diana
The British author and journalist Diana Norman has become known for her historical novels, some of which were published under the pseudonym Ariana Franklin. She was born as Diana Narracott in London, but to escape the bombing of the city during the Second World War her parents sent her when she was a young child to Devon where she grew up. Her father was a journalist, and she decided to follow...
Literary figures
Andy (Andrew) Dalziel
Gender: Male
Andy (Andrew) Dalziel is uncouth, vulgar and loud at the same time as he is understanding and easily moved, which he does his best to hide from others. He is an experienced, effective Yorkshire inspector who solves a string of complex murders together with his colleague Peter Pascoe despite some health issues in later years. The books are by Reginald Hill.