What's Tales from THe Foxes of Foxham about ?
A magical adventure story set in the 1950s that transports the reader to the bustle of Naples, the thrills of London, and the tranquillity of Norfolk. As the reader encounters quick-witted and cheeky foxes, Vespa riding wolves, stylish bears, reliable badgers, good & bad witches on the way, in a host of exciting situations, resulting in a dramatic battle of good versus evil
A humorous, graceful, and joyous novel. A guaranteed page-turner that will make the reader laugh, screech, and cheer.
With Illustrators by Andy Catling, captivating the characters, passions, action, and settings.
The Inspiration
Tales from The Foxes of Foxham draws creativity from classic children’s books, Pinocchio, Wind in the Willows, 101 Dalmatians, The Midnight Folk, The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan, The Magic Faraway Tree. Spurred on by timeless swashbuckling novels, The Three Musketeers, Treasure Island, Zorro.
Influenced by the definitive fantasy writers, Robert E. Howard, Ray Bradbury, Alvin Schwartz, R.L. Stine. Enthused by Italian and Norfolk folklore, The Witches of Benevento, Black Shuck. Enthralled by the unforgettable Universal and Hammer Horror films. Captivated by Dennis O’Neil’s interpretation of Batman and the artwork of Steve Ditko. And many more magical books, writers, mythology, movies, comics and artists…
Locations and Cameos
This colourful and lively novel is set in the late 1950s, primarily in Norfolk (England) and Campania (Italy), the stunning city of Naples, the magnificent Castello e Torre di Montesarchio just outside Benevento. The nearby picturesque medieval village of Sant’Agata de ’Goti, with its natural cliffside defence, is perfect for fending witches and goblins.
The story features cameos from Winston Churchill, John, Paul and George when they were in The Quarry Men, an up-and-coming fox comedian Basil Brush and a young Norfolk Entrepreneur, Bernard Matthew. All join in with the fun and frolic for a brief while.
Meet some of the characters
Charles Renard
The patriarch of Foxham and all foxes across Europe. A friendly, kind-hearted, and well-dressed fox who leads via courage, compassion, and fairness. Charles is liked by everyone that is good, from foxes to humans. .
Carlotta
A hip and trendy good witch, with an uncanny resemblance to Marilyn Monroe, with a love for Lambrettas and magic. Bright, brave, breezy, and beautiful. Initially a bad witch, but now fighting the good fight.
Alberto Bandito
A mischievous, lovable, and cheerful fox with no malice in his soul. Son of Mafia boss Mario, Alberto prefers to paint, eating and play football, then do ‘Our thing.’ Life is never dull to Alberto.
Enoch
An evil lord from the underworld. Always dapper, as he tries to think of a sinister plan to take over the world. Ruthless, who despises every fox that walks the earth, avoid him at all costs.
FOXES OF FOXHAM Supports
ANIMAL WELFARE AND Opposes ANIMAL CRUELTY
The Fun World of Foxham
• An Uplifting and Fun Fable
• Upbeat and Humorous.
• Warm, Imaginative and Magical.
• A Delightful and Intriguing Universe.
• Unique and Colourful Characters.
• Eccentric and Amusing Plot and Subplots.
Where to Get Tales from The Foxes of Foxham
- Blackwells
- Book Depository
- World of Books
- Direct - Foxes Shop
