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.

This site includes a library of Nick's works categorised by both subject matter and medium, reflecting the diversity of Nick's writing.  It's now possible to buy selected books 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.

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Latest News

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. 

Radio London Interview
Jun 4, 2009
Nick was interviewed by Steve Bunce on BBC Radio London tonight, discussing both Golden Daze and the recent departure of Brendan Rodgers as manager of Watford FC.
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New Book on Indian Motorcycles and the Wall of Death Nears Publication
May 26, 2009
Nick Corble and Allan Ford are pleased to announce that their latest co-authored book, their third together, has now been delivered to the publisher with the expectation of publication in Augsut/September.  The book is a long-awaited follow up to their successful history of the Wall of Death and is called 'You Can't Wear Out An Indian Scout', with the sub-title 'Indian Motorcycles on the Wall of Death'. 
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Fingest and Penn/Tylers Green Feature in May's Life Magazines
May 25, 2009
The villages of Fingest, north of Marlow and Penn/Tylers Green near High Wycombe, both feature in articles written by Nick for the May editions of the South Bucks Life Magazines.
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Watford Programme Features Golden Daze Competition
May 3, 2009
The programme for Watford FC's last game of the season features a competition to win a copy of Golden Daze signed by none other than Les Taylor, captain the day that Watford stepped out onto the hallowed turf of Wembley stadium in 1984.
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Golden Daze for Fathers Day?
Apr 29, 2009
Golden Daze features in the May editions of a range of local magazines in the Watford area over the next few days, all published by the MyMags group.  The article remembers the Cup Final 25 years ago and suggests that the book might make a good Fathers Day present - they could be right!
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Little Marlow and Chalfont St. Peter Feature in April's Life Magazines
Apr 26, 2009
Two articles written by Nick appear in this month's South Bucks Life Magazines.  One looks at Little Marlow to the north of Marlow and features a walk, whilst the other looks at Chalfont St. Peter in the east of the county.
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Review Praises 'Golden Daze'
Apr 9, 2009
A review in the Spring 09 edition of Self-Publishing magazine has described 'Golden Daze' as 'a very enjoyable read' and 'an impressive first novel'.  The independent review highlights how the book isn't just for football fans and praises how the book manages to capture not only the prevailing mood of Thatcher's Britian but also the central character's relationships with his friends, family, girlfriend ... and of course his football club.
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New Buckinghamshire Life Feature
Mar 21, 2009
In his latest contribution to Buckinghamshire Life magazine, Nick looks at the Wolverton Aqueduct outside Milton Keynes.
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Two Articles Explore Aspects of Local Bucks Life
Mar 21, 2009
Two new articles by Nick are featured in the March issue of Life Magazines look at aspects of local Bucks life.
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A Little Bit of Magic in Hertfordshire Life
Feb 24, 2009

The February edition of Hertfordshire Life dedicates a whole page to Nick's novel 'Golden Daze' and features a special offer to readers of the magazine, directing them towards this website.

Herts Advertiser Features Golden Daze
Feb 21, 2009

Tying in with a signing at the Waterstones in St. Albans, the Herts Advertiser has featured Golden Daze in its latest edition.

Two Waterways Series Conclude
Feb 12, 2009
Two ongoing series in 'Canals and Rivers' magazine written by Nick conclude in the March edition of the magazine.  These are the series of eleven aritcles on Living Aboard, entitled The Floating Citizen and the series of five articles on How to Beat the Credit Crunch, entitled Boating on a Budget.
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SPECIAL OFFER - James Brindley The First Canal Builder
Feb 7, 2009
To celebrate making James Brindley: The First Canal Builder available via this site you can now buy at the special online price of £12.50 (RRP: £17.99) including inland UK P&P.  Click here to go through to the appropriate page.
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Two New Articles in Life Magazines
Feb 6, 2009
The latest editions of the Buckinghamshire based Life magazines include two more articles by Nick, both featuring local walks.
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Golden Daze feature in Watford FC Programme
Jan 25, 2009

As part of a series of articles looking back on the silver anniversary of Watford reaching the FA Cup Final in 1984, Nick was invited by the club to contribute a fan's perspective of the day of the Final itself - with the feature also reminding fans of the availability of Golden Daze!

Interview in Watford Observer
Jan 24, 2009

This week's Watford Observer features an interview with Nick about Golden Daze, on the eve of the 4th round of the 2008/09 FA Cup campaign.
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Waterways Series Continue
Jan 8, 2009
Two long-running series in 'Canals and Rivers' magazine continue with the February edition.  One looking at all aspects of living aboard considers finances, whilst the other, considering boating on a budget, looks at how to conserve resources.
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Review Praises 'Living Aboard'
Jan 7, 2009
February 2009's edition of Canals and Rivers magazine is fullsome in its praise for 'Living Aboard', co-written with Allan Ford.
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Two Articles in December's Life Magazines
Jan 7, 2009
Nick has two articles in the latest set of Life Magazines covering the South Bucks area.  One looks at the historic market town of Wendover, whilst the other looks at Watford's run to the FA Cup Final 25 years ago.
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Chenies Featured in January's Buckinghamshire Life
Jan 7, 2009
A feature by Nick on the village of Chenies is in the new (January) edition of the popular county magazine Buckinghamshire Life.
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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!

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.

'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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Cricket, Music and Mackerel?
Oct 1, 2008
Cricket, music and mackerel - these are the three elements which make St. Johns Wood so unique - according to Nick's latest article in Highgate Life anyway.
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St. Albans Cathedral featured in new article
Oct 1, 2008
The ups and downs experienced by St. Albans Cathedral through the ages is the subject of Nick's latest article for Life magazines.
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Royals and Commoners in Harefield
Sep 1, 2008
In a new article for the Fish Media magazine, Nick looks at the village of Harefield - both its various royal connections over the years as well as its 'commoner' heritage.
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Bovingdon Uncovered In New Article
Sep 1, 2008
In the latest of his articles for the Fish Media Group Nick explores the history of the village of Bovingdon near Hemel Hempstead.
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Series of Features on Three Counties Radio
Aug 29, 2008

BBC Three Counties Radio will be featuring 'Living Aboard' throughout next week (Sept 1st onwards) through a series of features resulting from a day recently spent on board a boat with Nick, Allan Ford and others.

'Canal Boat' recommends 'Living Aboard'
Aug 19, 2008
Canal Boat magazine offers praise for 'Living Aboard' in its September issue.  In its review the magazine praises the 'well considered advice on how to go about living aboard' and calls the book 'A perfect gift for those about to take the plunge'.
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One of Nick's Photos Selected for Website
Aug 14, 2008
One of Nick's photos, of All Soul's College in Oxford, has been selected to appear on the Schmap Oxford Guide.
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Jordans and Wiggington Feature In New Articles
Aug 14, 2008
The village of Jordans and Wigginton are featured in articles Nick has written for the July/August edition of Beaconsfield Life.
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New Article Takes a Look at Radlett
Aug 14, 2008
A new article in Radlett Life from Fish Media takes a look at the history of Radlett in Hertfordshire.
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Taking Charge
Aug 13, 2008
The fifth of Nick's series in 'Canals and Rivers' looks at matters electrical.
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Radio Leeds Joins the List
Aug 4, 2008
BBC Radio Leeds has joined the list of radio stations asking to interview Nick on his book 'Living Aboard'.
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Radio Manchester latest to request an interview
Aug 3, 2008
BBC Radio Manchester has now booked Nick to appear on their travel programme which goes out on Fridays.
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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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