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Coming up in 2 days from now - Writing Violence Without Glory: Real Threat, Real Cost

The Alpha Flame refuses to make violence a spectacle. Even with a black-belt heroine, it shows the real cost, the fear, and the truth.

An Up-and-Coming Indie Author: My Mum, Catherine Lynwood

A glimpse into where she came from and why she writes.
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An introduction to Catherine Lynwood’s journey, from Birmingham’s tough streets to writing The Alpha Flame.

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02 July 2025

If You Loved Gone Girl, Try The Alpha Flame: Discovery

Twisty, dark, and unforgettable, why fans of psychological suspense will love this book.
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Discover why readers who devour dark, twisty thrillers like Gone Girl will fall for The Alpha Flame: Discovery.

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01 July 2025

5 Reasons to Pre-Order The Alpha Flame: Discovery

Because this isn’t just another book, and you’re not just another reader.
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Thinking about reading The Alpha Flame? Here are five reasons to pre-order now and be first to uncover the secrets that started it all.

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01 July 2025

Will You Review The Alpha Flame? A Personal Request from Catherine Lynwood

Why your words matter more than you know.
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Indie authors live or die by reader reviews. If you enjoy The Alpha Flame, please consider sharing your thoughts.

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30 June 2025

Why Verity Fans Will Love The Alpha Flame

If you like your thrillers dark, psychological, and disturbingly real, meet your next read.
A decaying, abandoned hospital corridor with peeling paint, dim light, puddles on the floor, and scattered burned manuscript pages — evoking fear, secrets, and hidden trauma.

Loved Verity? Looking for your next dark, twisted, emotional ride? Here’s why The Alpha Flame might be exactly what you’re after.

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29 June 2025

Why Do I Bother? The Trials and Tribulations of an Indie Author

A slightly sarcastic, mostly truthful look behind the scenes.
A cluttered writing desk with coffee stains, crumpled paper, and scattered notes — the reality of indie author life.

Ever wondered what goes into publishing a book yourself? Endless drafts. Pricing agony. Enough subscription fees to make your eyes water. Here’s why indie authors do it anyway.

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27 June 2025

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