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With A Mind To Kill by Anthony Horowitz Paperback Release
Penguin Random House via the Vintage imprint have revealed the cover art for the upcoming paperback release of With A Mind To Kill by Anthony Horowitz.
The paperback edition of With A Mind To Kill will be released in the United Kingdom on 27 April 2023, followed by Australia on 18 July 2023, and is now available for pre-order.
GoldenEra Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray Release
GoldenEra is now available from Vinegar Syndrome as a region free Limited Slipcover Edition and Standard blu-ray Edition.
Created by Melbourne-based director Drew Roller, GoldenEra examines the influence GoldenEye 007 (1997) for Nintendo 64 had on the games development team, fans, and critics, and examines the games long-term impact within the gaming industry, showcasing popular titles, such as Call of Duty and Halo, that wouldn’t exist without the influence of GoldenEye 007.
Revell Announce New James Bond Model Kit Range
Revell have announced the release of a new range of licenced James Bond Model Kits in their 2023 General Catalogue.
The James Bond Gift Set Range features four vehicles and two aircraft from Golfinger (1964), Diamonds Are Forever (1971), Moonraker (1979), For Your Eyes Only (1981), GoldenEye (1995), and The World Is Not Enough (1999), and will be released in September 2023.
UK Cover Art Revealed for James Bond 70th Anniversary Paperback Editions
Ian Fleming Publications have revealed the new cover art designed by Webb & Webb for the 70th Anniversary James Bond UK Paperback Editions.
The 70th Anniversary Paperback Editions, as well as The Diamond Smugglers (1957) and Thrilling Cities (1963) will be released in the UK on 13 April 2023.
The Ken Adam Archive by TASCHEN
TASCHEN have announced the release of The Ken Adam Archive Signed & Numbered XL Edition in March 2023. This special release is limited to 1,200 numbered copies, each signed by Sir Ken Adam, with an engraved orange acrylic book stand.
The 360 page book is realised in collaboration with the Deutsche Kinemathek, which was honoured with Adam’s personal archive in 2012, and is illustrated by hundreds of sketches and photographs, many of them never published to this date. His artworks are carefully complimented by a wealth of behind-the scenes photographs, documents, and archival material on the films, courtesy of EON Productions.
Casino Royale Limited Edition Gold and Red Vinyl LP’s
The Casino Royale soundtrack, composed by David Arnold, will be released as a Limited Edition Double Gold and Red Vinyl LP on 24 March, 2023.
The double (180 gram) gold and red vinyl’s will be limited to 1,500 and 250 number copies, and features a gate fold sleeve, two printed innersleeves, secret inscriptions in the run-out groove, and a large Casino Royale poster.
Icons Unearthed: James Bond Documentary Series Announced
Vice TV have announced that season five of the documentary series Icons Unearthed will focus on the James Bond franchise.
Produced by the Nacelle Company, the documentary series will look back at the franchises illustrious 60-year history, compiling interviews with those who know the franchise best.
On His Majesty’s Secret Service by Charlie Higson
Charlie Higson, author of the bestselling Young Bond series, has been commissioned by Ian Fleming Publications to write a new James Bond adventure to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III.
On His Majesty’s Secret Service (2023)will published by Ian Fleming Publications on 4 May 2023, and will be available digitally as an eBook, an audio book read by Charlie Higson, and in hardback.
All royalties from the sale of the book will go to support the work of the UK charity, the National Literacy Trust.
New Limited Edition Folio
To celebrate 70 Years of 007, the Folio Society will be publishing a new limited edition James Bond book.
Pre-order open on Tuesday, 4 April 2023 at 11:00 PM (AEST).
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