Welcome This website is an online resource point for the writings of Nick Corble, author of fourteen books and over 100 articles for magazines and national newspapers. Although Nick is known for his books on walks and waterways, he has written on a wide variety of topics and has recently published his first full length novel 'Golden Daze', an everyday tale of football, life and growing up set against Watford FC's run to the FA Cup Final 25 years ago. If you want to know more about (or better still buy) 'Golden Daze' just click on the cover below. NOW AT A SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL PRICE OF £6..
You may also be looking for Nick's latest book 'You Can't Wear Out An Indian Scout: Indians and the Wall of Death' written with Allan Ford - if so, again just click on the cover below to know more or buy a copy signed by both authors.
This site includes a library of Nick's works categorised by both subject matter and medium, reflecting the diversity of Nick's writing. Selected books can be bought online at special rates, with the added option of being able to request a dedication. Please feel free to take full advantage of the menu system and the library to find out more or get in touch using the form on the left. Scroll down for the latest news of Nick's publications and media appearances. NB: Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view samples. If you need to download a Reader click here.
Latest News
Turn it Off!
Dec 21, 2009
Nick's latest Cor Blimey! column in the My News group of magazines considers the impact technology can often have on other people's personal space.
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MCN Praises New Indian Scout Book
Dec 6, 2009
 No less an authority than Motorcycle News has praised Nick's latest collaboration with Wall of Death legend Allan Ford, describing the pair as being incomparable in their expertise and highloighting the book's 'exhaustive research and evocative photography'. Described as 'beautifully produced', the book, 'You Can't Wear Out an Indian Scout' is featured in the magazine's 'best buys for Christmas' supplement.
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Nick on BBC Radio London
Nov 27, 2009
Nick will be interviewed on BBC Radio London tonight at 7:50 - it appears that having written 'Golden Daze' he is seen as something of a Watford FC expert!
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Latest Cor Blimey Stirs Controversy
Nov 25, 2009
Nick's latest 'Cor Blimey!' column in the MyNews magazines stirs controversy by suggesting a raising of the age at which young people can learn to drive.
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Sixteenth Book Published!
Nov 6, 2009
You Can't Wear Out an Indian Scout (Indians and the Wall of Death), published today, marks Nick's sixteenth book in a prolific writing career spanning a decade. The book explores the unique relationship between the Indian motorcyle and the Wall of Death. Once again written with former Wall rider and owner Allan Ford, this book expands on the story the pair began in their successful history 'Riding the Wall of Death' (Tempus). INTRODUCTORY OFFER - Click here for more details, including how you can buy a copy of the book signed by both authors for £19.99 - postage free in the UK.
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GOLDEN DAZE PRICE SLASH!
Sep 15, 2009
Nick's novel Golden Daze is now available at the incredible price of £6.00 incl P&P if bought direct through this website (click on the book cover on the Home Page to go through to the relevant page) - that's even cheaper than Amazon.
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Latest 'Cor Blimey!' Sends Warning For Parents
Sep 14, 2009
In Nick's latest 'Cor Blimey' column for the My Mags series of publications across West Herts he challenges some of the arguments used by some school trip organisers.
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Three Articles in July/August Edition of Bucks/Herts Life Magazines
Aug 28, 2009
This month's summer edition of the Bucks and Herts Life lifestyle magazines has three articles by Nick, all covering aspects of local history.
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Chips! Chips!
Aug 13, 2009
In a new article in this September's Canals and Rivers magazine Nick looks at Goldenfuels, an Oxfordshire based cooperative that recycles old chip fat for use in canal boats and cars as diesel.
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New Series of Regular Columns Launched
Jun 7, 2009
June sees the first in a new series of regular columns by Nick in the successful MyMags local magazines covering West Hertfordshire.
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Watford fan site BHappy reviews Golden Daze
Nov 11, 2008
The leading Watford fan website/blog BHappy has featured a review of Golden Daze, saying it is "strongly recommended by this reader, whether or not you have any affiliation with the Hornets. For Watford fans, particularly those of a suitable age, it’s a stocking filler that shouldn’t be passed up." Thanks BHappy!
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GOLDEN DAZE NOW PUBLISHED!
Nov 3, 2008
Nick's first novel, 'Golden Daze' is published today, 3rd November. Copies can be purchased from the usual outlets, but click here for a special online price.
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'Buy Now' feature added to website
Oct 23, 2008
It's now possible to buy selected title's from Nick's output through this website at special discounted online rates through the convenience of PayPal. As an added bonus, this system also makes it possible to request a dedication.
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Article Considers The Top Canal Heroes
Apr 14, 2008
A new article in this month's Canals and Rivers magazine considers who might be thought of as the ten top canal heroes.
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