![]() ![]() It was a heartbreaking loss made all the more devastating in light of the paper ration which prevented more books from being printed to replace the ones that were lost. This attack resulted in the destruction of over 5 million books. Countless bombs and incendiaries rained down on the publishing district and reduced it to rubble and ash with a fire that took days to fully extinguish. The book publishing industry rose from the ashes like a literary phoenix and publishers and booksellers continued to flock to Paternoster Row.ĭuring WWII, however, when the Nazis bombed London for seven months straight during the Blitz, Paternoster Row received a direct hit. This particular area of London is known for its history in the book trade that dates back to the 17 th century when the area was wiped out by the Great Fire of London. The event which really began to spin the idea for my story was the bombing of Paternoster Row. But then, it’s so easy to draw ideas from history with its powerful impact and incredible stories. I had many inspirations when writing my recently released New York Times bestselling historical fiction, The Last Bookshop in London. All it takes is a grain of sand caught in the folds of your brain to work itself into a gleaming pearl. ![]() It can be an event that once happened or a person you know or have read about, it can even be an experience you yourself have had that manifests itself into a scene for your next book. Inspiration as an author can come in many forms. ![]()
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