The Books

Royal Navy · Combined Operations

Nobby’s War

From a quiet life in Reading to landing craft, distant shores and the long journey home.

Royal Navy · HMS Hood

A Toss of a Coin

Friendship, chance and the choices that carry an ordinary young man towards HMS Hood.

Publication date: 15 October 2026Kindle pre-order available

RAF · Bomber Command

Tail-End Charlie

A husband and father leaves Halifax for the exposed rear turret of a bomber.

Publication date: 12 November 2026Kindle pre-order available

Army · Airborne medical service

Mercy Under Fire

A medic flies into Normandy with one duty: keep the wounded alive.

Publication date: 17 December 2026Kindle pre-order available

Memoir · A Generation X life

Just a Normal Bloke

Darren’s own story: growing up, naval service, working life and family.