About Amanda
Amanda Hodgkinson is a British writer and journalist
who grew up in a small Essex fishing village before moving
to Suffolk, and attending the University of East Anglia.
She now lives and works in south west France with her
husband Guy and their two daughters.
22 Britannia Road is Amanda Hodgkinson’s first novel. Read More»
22 Britannia Road
Debuting its first week on the New York Times bestseller list and earning comparisons to Sophie’s Choice and Sarah’s Key, 22 Britannia Road is an astonishing first novel that powerfully chronicles one family’s struggle to create a home in the aftermath of war.
Waterstones Best Debut Novels Of 2011. Amazon.com Best Books Of 2011.
Oprah Magazine Irresistible Reads. Library Journal Best Of 2011. Indiebound Best Summer Reads. Nominated Goodreads Choice Awards. Read More»
Amanda's Travels
My satchel, a birthday present from my husband, goes everywhere with me. In it I can fit a pile of Moleskine notebooks, assorted pens, novels, maps and other miscellanea. For me it is the perfect carryall. For my husband it’s useful because it’s bright and it makes me easy to spot in a crowd. This year my satchel will be coming with me on book tours. Please have a look at my travel agenda and I hope you will be able to join me at readings in America and the UK. Read More»