Patrick Larsimont. Author of Military Thrillers

My second author newsletter is out this week. If interested please subscribe on www.patricklarsimont.com
This month, I’m musing about ‘The Few’ with a free short story and some portraits that may be of interest.
In the meantime, here’s one of Jox McNabb created by my daughter.
Jox away…

Remembering 'The Few'

I saw this the other day and it struck a chord. I've been fortunate and had a few readers say nice things about my stories, so as a bit of mid-week encouragement to toiling writers and authors, just keep going. Those who appreciate your words are out there.

My first author newsletter went out today. It talks about what I've been up to, what's in the pipeline and incudes a FREE short story, appropriate around VJ Day, which was long listed for the HWA / DD Shorty story comp in 2022. If you'd like to sign up, please do so at www.patricklarsimont.com

Impressive numbers.

‘Permission to join formation?’

THE RAPIDS AND THE ABBEY - Book 6 of the Jox McNabb WW2 Aviation series on pre-order now.

(Image credit to Thunderbirds)

THE RAPIDS AND THE ABBEY - Jox McNabb WW2 Aviation series - BOOK 6 - Cover reveal.
Not the best production values, but hey I'm no AI guy and you get the picture.
On pre-order now, Pub'd on 19th December 2025.

It's heartening when you debut novel has been out for a bit, but new readers are discovering it and saying nice things. Cheers an author up on a Sunday morning when in the editing trenches. Be a pal and leave a review. Cheers.

Word.

I was pleased to be interviewed by Reader's House magazine. Here is the article providing some detail of the genesis of Jox McNabb's and my writing. I hope it is of interest.
readershouse.co.uk/ww2-and-beyo...

With the hols upon us, my audiobook publishers have put my debut Jox McNabb thriller on promotion.
If you'd like to listen to how Jox and his Treble One comrades spent their summer 85 years ago. Now's your chance.
Per Ardua Ad Astra
www.patricklarsimont.com
www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

Today was the beginning of the Battle of Britain. Jox McNabb was there from the start of his very long war.
mybook.to/LightningAnd...

For anyone interested, I'm on a panel discussing 'Dynamic Fight Scenes' at the Historical Novel Society 2025 Conference in Las Vegas. I believe virtual attendance is still open.
For those attending in person, look forward to seeing you there.
Las Vegas, baby!
hns-conference.com/hns2025-full...

a dragon is surrounded by flames and smoke ALT: a dragon is surrounded by flames and smoke

Jox McNabb Book Six - First draft complete.
Should be ready for Christmas.
Jox away...

Next weekend is Father's Day - I'm just saying. author.to/PatrickLarsi...

Great to see some my books in the window of Westbourne Bookshop. Thank you for supporting local authors.
Kudos to my fellow 'featurees.'
@bmthwritingfest.bsky.social
www.patricklarsimont.com

Winter by Len Deighton, an oldie but goody.

On Memorial Day remembering some of the real people that have been part of Jox McNabb's story. A roll call of heroes irrespective of their nation: Ferriss, Brotchie, Marseille, Falls and Musolesi.
Rest easy and not forgotten.

70% OFF The Raiders and the Cross The thrilling WWII adventure across the war-torn skies of Britain, France, and Malta. Perfect for fans of Derek Robinson, James Holland, Frank Barnard, and Jack Higgins. Jox may have survived the B...

It's apparently the anniversary of THE RAIDERS AND THE CROSS on audiobook, so my publishers are offering it cheap.
If you like tales of derring-do, friendship, love in the Blitz, Albanian princesses, colourful spies and much more, have a listen at the sample.
www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

Halfwits.

He visited my school when I was a boy. I remember being very impressed. I'm not sure whether he inspired me to write, but here I am with six published novels.

To mark with eternal gratitude the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).

Most authors will know how blue you feel when one of your 'babies' is stalling. That's when carefully considered reviews can really lift the spirits. This is a five star GR review from a US reader. She gets me.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkMo...

To mark with eternal gratitude the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).

During the Bournemouth Writing festival on Sunday, 27th April, I'll be participating in the Author Market Place event with 20 other authors.
Hope to see some of you there.
To celebrate, my two latest novels are available on Kindle for just £ 0.99.
author.to/PatrickLarsi...
www.patricklarsimont.com

It’s disappointing when a book doesn’t do as well as its siblings. My ghost story has had some great reviews, so I’d encourage Jox McNabb readers to give it a try. At less than a £/$ on Kindle, that’s a lot of reward for very little risk.
www.patricklarsimont.com
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkMo...

Went to school and uni in Scotland. Now a Dorset Highlander writing about Scottish characters. Good to join?

50% OFF The Maple and the Blue Follow Jox McNabb in his next WWII aviation adventure! Perfect for fans of Derek Robinson, James Holland, Frank Barnard, and Alan Savage. No.111 Squadron prepare to face the murderous skies over Di...

Given it was St Paddy's Day and well, I'm a Paddy, my audiobook publishers set my book up on a deal. I've been a bit slow off the mark, but here it is. Cheers.
You can also listen to a longer sample(s) on my Youtube channel. www.audiobooks.com/promotions/p...

YouTube video by mike hemingway Hurricane & Spitfire pilot John Paddy Hemingway. Last of The Few. Battle of Britain. Humble Hero.

To mark the passing of the 'Last of the Few' Group Captain John 'Paddy' Hemingway DFC, I thought I'd share the Youtube tribute created I believe by his son. I feel sure that Paddy will cross paths with Jox McNabb at some point.
Per Ardua Ad Astra, sir.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgkq...