Classic cinema and class issues form a thematic link in this quartet of stories by Beverley Byrne.

Set in war-torn South London, secrets and obsession lie at the heart of both 'Miss Norman's Notebook' and the title story, 'On Brixton Hill'.  In contrast, 'The Fete' is a light-hearted vignette of contemporary village life challenged by the cult of celebrity, whilst 'The Fish Wife' tells a witty tale of snobbery on the high seas during a Scandinavian cruise.

About the author

For many years Beverley Byrne worked as a full time journalist before turning to fiction.  Her previous career as a lecturer in film history at the British Film Institute, London University and Farnham Art College led her to a full time journalism when she began conducting interviews with stars of the big screen for The Lady magazine.  

This speciality expanded to include interviews with authors, radio and television personalities for The Standard newspaper and a range of national magazines including, Saga, House Beautiful, Ideal Home and Country Homes and Interiors to name but a few.  She contributes to national interiors magazines and has also enjoyed success as a travel writer for magazines, newspapers and journals such as Wedding, The Lady, Canary Wharf, the Mirror and the Western Morning News. 

Travel, cinema – particularly films from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s - and a passion for sailing continue to provide her with inspiration for her short stories.  She has published several short stories and is currently working on a novel based on her experiences living in rural Devon with her husband plus Gus, a Springer spaniel, and Leo, a yellow Labrador.