Andrew Beardmore is an author of both fiction and non-fiction. He hails from and still lives in the beautiful county of Derbyshire in England - the subject of his first published book back in 2014.
Andrew's non-fiction list includes the popular Unusual & Quirky series of historical English county books, published by Halsgrove Publishing. Scroll the list right to find out more about your county, or CLICK HERE for a summary of praise for the Unusual & Quirky series. "If you think you know your county, think again..."
Andrew's childhood dream of being a published fiction writer came true in 2025 with the release of the first two volumes of his critically acclaimed epic fantasy series The Nessemiah - the first two volumes being The Strains of Malice and Cold Sanctuary. Books 3 and 4 (The Awakening and The Kiss of Nessemi) will be released in early 2026.
"Poldark meets Gladiator...on another world." Halsgrove Publishing
"An authentic and well developed epic fantasy world with lots of heroes to root for and villains to dislike. It reminds me of ‘A Song of Ice and Fire’. Prince Magnus certainly gives Joffrey a run for his money!’ LoveReading
"Andrew Beardmore is a fantastic storyteller with a penchant for meticulous details. He crafts a world so humanistically flawed and tremendously intriguing." onlinebookclub.org
Andrew Beardmore’s “The Strains of Malice” is a sweeping and sophisticated debut to ‘The Nessemiah’ series - a historical fantasy that merges human frailty, political intrigue, and cosmic mystery into one masterfully interwoven tale. Rich in atmosphere and brimming with moral complexity, this first instalment lays the groundwork for what promises to be an epic saga of destiny and defiance. Pratibha Malav, Professional Book Reviewer
In "Cold Sanctuary", the stakes soar to breathtaking new heights. Beardmore’s worldbuilding is masterful, blending historical depth with mythic gravitas. His prose evokes a sense of both grandeur and intimacy, while the moral complexity of his characters stands out; there are no simple heroes or villains here. At its core, “Cold Sanctuary” is a sweeping tale of survival and moral reckoning in a world on the brink of catastrophe. It’s darker, sharper, and more intricate than its predecessor - an unflinching look at how far humanity will go when faith, fear, and empire collide. Pratibha Malav, Professional Book Reviewer
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FICTION - THE NESSEMIAH
NON-FICTION - UNUSUAL & QUIRKY
NON-FICTION - FOOTBALL
Unusual & Quirky Titles Available:
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