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Ruth Hogan studied English and Drama at Goldsmiths College and went on to work in local government. A car accident and a subsequent run-in with cancer convinced her finally to get her act together and pursue her dream of becoming a writer. The result was her debut novel - The Keeper of Lost Things. She is now living the dream (and occasional nightmare) as a full-time author living with her husband and rescue dogs in a rambling Victorian house stuffed with treasure that inspires her novels. Insta: @ruthmariehogan
The ballroom is a magical place, and Ruth Hogan's love and warmth for all the things within it shine brightly in the pages of this wonderful story. She has created such an uplifting world, and the Phoenix Ballroom feels like an old friend of mine -- Anton du Beke Pulsing with life, hope and full of characters that leap off the page and straight into your heart, The Phoenix Ballroom has all the right moves and will enthrall and delight everyone who reads it -- Mike Gayle This is exactly the novel I wanted Ruth Hogan to write next. It's packed with her trademark warmth, populated by vulnerable characters she once again brings to life with sensitivity, and is bursting with dark secrets, unresolved tensions and unexpected plot twists - but this time it has added social commentary and takes a great big bite out of the zeitgeist! -- Matt Cain Another gem from the queen of heart-filled storytelling, The Phoenix Ballroom is an enchanting tale of community, friendship and acceptance, illuminating the joys of living your life as your own true self whatever your age. With multifaceted characters, crystal clear prose and a luminous story, The Phoenix Ballroom sparkles as kaleidoscopically as the chandeliers that are alight once more. A hugely entertaining read. -- Sarah Haywood A lovely, life-affirming story of a group of people overcoming various difficulties and disappointments to create a future filled with friendships and love for which they have been searching. Both poignant and inspirational, the novel has at is heart a promise: whatever has gone before, lives can change. I loved it. -- Elizabeth Buchan Richard & JudyOne of the most charming novels either of us has read. Don't lose it. Keep it * Richard & Judy on The Keeper of Lost Things * Touching, funny and romantic * Daily Mail on The Keeper of Lost Things * Warm and wise * Guardian on The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes * Subtle and poignant * Good Housekeeping on The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes * Enchanting ... divine * Prima on Queenie Malone's Paradise Hotel *
