Ian Fleming

We explore all Ian Fleming’s books in order of publication, with a focus on his non-Bond writings. When Ian Fleming published his first novel, Casino Royale, in 1953, he could scarcely have imagined the cultural phenomenon it would spark. Best known for creating the iconic James Bond, Fleming’s influence extends far beyond the world of […]

A new fold-out guide offers James Bond fans a unique opportunity to explore the London of Ian Fleming, tracing the steps of the author whose life often mirrored that of his most famous creation. Ian Fleming’s London takes readers on a journey through the capital’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, visiting the places that shaped the world […]

This is the bizarre story of how Ian Fleming’s love life links him with Velcro! Mentioned in the video is Nicholas Shakespeare’s Ian Fleming: The Complete Man, which is available from Amazon.

Michael Gillette’s fresh Bond covers once again bring his design expertise to Ian Fleming’s classic novels. To mark the 60th anniversary earlier this week of the death of James Bond’s creator, Ian Fleming Publications revealed new cover designs for all fourteen of his James Bond books. Designed by the acclaimed Michael Gillette, these editions will […]

A look at how 007 enjoys his coffee in Ian Fleming’s books. You know exactly how James Bond likes his martinis but did you know he is a coffee lover too? In fact, given 007’s roots and his association with all things Britannic, you would be forgiven for thinking his hot beverage of choice would […]

While the value of James Bond first edition books puts them out of reach for many, affordable alternatives can be just as rewarding to collect. Collecting James Bond first edition books can be a thrilling endeavour for fans and bibliophiles alike. The allure of these books lies not only in their content but also in […]

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 […]

Edward Biddulph reports from the launch of Nicholas Shakespeare’s biography of Ian Fleming. Publisher Harvill Secker celebrated the launch of perhaps the most important biography of recent years – Ian Fleming: The Complete Man by renowned novelist and biographer Nicholas Shakespeare – at The Tophams Hotel in London on 17th October. The most important? Well, […]

The third and final instalment from Darryl Marsch on his recent assignment to Goldeneye Resort.  Also see: part 1 and part 2 The next morning saw a typical James Bond breakfast of scrambled eggs and buttered toast. After which, our man, Oniel, collected us for a journey into Ocho Rios, where we arranged to ride […]

The second instalment of Darryl Marsch’s report on his recent assignment to Goldeneye Resort.  Read part 1 of this series The next morning, we returned and breakfasted on ackee and salt fish, which may be the national dish of Jamaica. It was a favorite of Fleming’s, and I speculate so because it tastes of spicy […]