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From Dartford to International Bookstores
Author DDL Smith, born and raised in Dartford, marks the UK release of his latest novel, Decay, on the 10th October. This book launch also represents his first international listing, with the book available through major retailers including Waterstones in the UK and Barnes & Noble in the United States.
DDL Smith Announces New Novel, Decay
London-based novelist DDL Smith, known for the Detective Dion series, announces the release of his anticipated novel, "Decay." Arriving October 10th, 2025, Decay is the first novel to be available in large book-chains directly from release.
Exploring Noir, Folklore, and Real-World Fears – Exclusive Interview With DDL Smith
DDL Smith is a London-based novelist whose cross-genre, contemporary fiction reflects issues and fears in modern society. His creative roots started from a young age with theatre and scriptwriting for online content. When transitioning to novels, his goal was to use marketing techniques to ‘think like a publisher’ while staying independent. A tactic that has his books available in book chains across the globe.
DDL Smith on Decay: Folklore, Fallout, and Family
After two acclaimed entries in his Detective Dion noir series, novelist DDL Smith is stepping into new territory. His upcoming standalone novel Decay (2025) trades city conspiracies for Scandinavian forests, blending nuclear horror with Swedish folklore as well as an intimate portrait of a family on the edge.