James Bond News

IFP seem to have missed a fundraising opportunity with a special limited edition of Charlie Higson’s adult Bond adventure. Ian Fleming Publications (IFP) announced yesterday a special limited edition of Charlie Higson’s adult James Bond novel, On His Majesty’s Secret Service. This exclusive run of 200 signed paperback copies, featuring unique sprayed edges, was priced […]

Issue #72 of the full-colour James Bond magazine MI6 Confidential is now shipping worldwide. Ian Fleming penned hundreds of thousands of words about 007, but he wrote very few about the man himself, James Bond. Readers came to understand the character through his actions. This is made clear in the rather fleeting depictions of Bond’s life […]

Kim Sherwood’s latest sees MI6’s elite unravel terror in Bond’s absence. Kim Sherwood’s second book in the Double O trilogy, A Spy Like Me, was released today in the UK, following its US debut on the 23rd April. This novel continues Sherwood’s expansion of the James Bond universe, exploring new narratives within the spy genre. […]

Collaboration celebrates Goldfinger’s literary and golfing heritage. Ian Fleming Publications has announced a partnership with Penfold, the British golfing brand, to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the publication of Goldfinger. The collaboration highlights Fleming’s fondness for golf, which is evident in several of his James Bond novels, including Goldfinger where the game plays a pivotal […]

News recently emerged of the death of the man who popularised the idea of the James Bond Lifestyle. Last week I received an email from a newsletter subscriber telling me of the passing last year of Paul Kyriazi, known best by Bond fans for his James Bond Lifestyle books and audio seminars. It appears to […]

Ian Fleming’s iconic tales revived with star-studded narrations for modern listeners. Ian Fleming Publications, in partnership with HarperCollins US, is to release audio editions of all Fleming’s iconic 007 novels and his two non-fiction works. This venture aims to introduce Bond’s thrilling adventures to a broader audience through captivating narrations by a stellar cast. The […]

SPECTRE and Licence to Kill will come alive off-screen in an unparalleled fan experience. Mission: Double-O Siete promises a thrilling itinerary of tours through iconic Bond film and book locations, immersive local shopping and attractions, and an unforgettable participation in the annual Day of the Dead Parade from the heart of Zocalo Plaza. The event is […]

Bond fans in Chicago get to glimpse into Bond’s world of gadgets and vehicles. The Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) in Chicago is inviting James Bond fans and science enthusiasts alike to delve into the fascinating world of 007’s science and technology. The groundbreaking exhibition, titled 007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond, […]

At a BFI event honouring Christopher Nolan, Barbara Broccoli repeated her usual refrain about no progress on Bond 26. In a glittering ceremony in London on Wednesday night, the British Film Institute bestowed its prestigious Fellowship Award on Christopher Nolan, celebrating his illustrious contributions to cinema. The event, marked by an array of stars and […]

IFP unveils an ambitious plan for book releases in the upcoming year. Ian Fleming Publications has disclosed its upcoming initiatives for 2024, offering a measured yet engaging array of literary events for James Bond fans. Here’s an overview of the anticipated releases and events: James Bond: The Raymond Benson Years eBook Omnibus Ian Fleming Publications […]