Project archive: New and Notable
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Louisa Treger
Louisa Treger is the acclaimed author of four novels inspired by the untold stories of women who challenged the expectations of their time—remarkable women, rebels, artists and survivors who dared to live on their own terms.
Joshua Levine
Joshua Levine is an author, social historian, and journalist with a passion for bringing the past to life. He’s written multiple bestselling books, and was the historical advisor behind major films like Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk and Steve McQueen’s Blitz. His book Dunkirk: The History Behind the Major Motion Picture hit Number 1 on the Sunday Times Bestseller List. With an unusually varied background, Joshua has also written and presented for radio and TV, earning a glowing reputation as a historical expert and storyteller – and we have created a site which reflects this wide range of experience.
“Simon’s knowledge and creativity are matched by an ability to respond to the client’s needs. He offers a superb service.”
Joshua Levine, storyteller, historian, and bestselling author
DCU Press
New website for Ireland’s first fully Open Access university press. DCU Press is a non-profit open access publisher of peer-reviewed books. It supports the University’s mission to advance DCU’s research impact and transform lives and societies, and reflects its commitment to Open Research.
Boys Don’t Cry
Microsite for new book by Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing, an A-Z of male vulnerability that’s the conversation starter the younger generation of today didn’t know it needed.
New River
A top-quality non-fiction publisher, with a focus on mental and physical health, self-development and social science.
The Robbins Office, Inc.
Founded in 1978, the Robbins Office, Inc. is led by Kathy Robbins and is a literary agency representing adult fiction and non-fiction. They work closely with their authors throughout the development and publication processes — from the genesis of an idea to the packaging, marketing, and release of a writer’s work.
Robert Bryndza
New website for Robert Bryndza, a British-born, internationally bestselling crime author whose page-turning thrillers have captivated readers around the world.
Siop y Pethe
Siop y Pethe has been part of Wales’ literary community since 1967, and they continue to support and promote Welsh literature through our new website – which is fully bi-lingual in Welsh and English.
Stephen Ford
Author Stephen Ford uses satire, pathos and humour, to explore the nature of mankind and how we are shaped by politics, technology and the natural world, the dystopias we might create and how we might escape.
Gloria Barnett
Gloria is a science presenter who conduct talks and school visits. She also writes exciting ocean-themed fiction for children, as well as informative non-fiction books.
“Simon is a superb person to work with. He is excellent – full of knowledge and useful comments. His advice was always spot on. He has lots of patience too, which helps when working with non-tech individual like me! My new website has had many great comments already. Thank you Simon – it’s been a pleasure to work with you.”
Gloria Barnett, award-winning author, educator, science presenter
The Plughole Boy
Microsite for a series of children’s books by Aubrey Waddy, illustrated by Emily Taylor.
“Bookswarm delivered a site that works for ME, not something designed to attract applause from other site developers. I learned all sorts of valuable stuff from Simon Appleby during the development of the site, and his responsiveness was terrific. I’d genuinely recommend Bookswarm, over DIY unless you’re very adept, and over alternatives unless you’re very confident of what they’ll do for you.”
Aubrey Waddy, author of the Plughole Boy books for children
Crécy Publishing
Since 1997, Crécy has been a leader of transport and military history publishing across Europe. With a rich back catalogue and a constant list of new and upcoming titles, they offer one of the strongest and most varied selections of aviation, railway and military history titles on the market.
Big Idea Talks
Big Idea Talks is a new event series from Read Maxwell Communications that brings together leading experts to explore, challenge, and discuss the most pressing issues of our time. From science and technology to social change and global affairs, each talk dives deep into ideas that matter—sparking thought, conversation, and action. It’s not just about big names; it’s about big thinking.
Created at pace to promote the first event in the series, but designed to scale as required.
Michael Cordy
Michael Cordy writes stories about what could happen tomorrow to make sense of what is happening today. We created a new website to support his return to publishing with Manhattan Down.
Reverend Penny Stephens
“Simon and the Bookswarm team were very helpful and efficient with setting up my author website, listening carefully to my ideas and concerns, and doing a great job with creating it. I have found the whole process surprisingly straightforward, with their care and help. Thank you!”
Reverend Penny Stephens, author of Till Death us do Part
