Dutch 'Double Or Die' Coming In 2008

24 September UPDATE (this article originally posted on 30 August): James Bond Nederland and 007nl.net, the Dutch edition of Double Or Die will be published by Pimento kinderboeken in spring 2008. An official title has not yet been released.

According to an article from 007nl.net, the Dutch release of Charlie Higson’s third Young James Bond novel, Double Or Die, has encountered some delays.

Dutch edition of Charlie Higson’s SilverFin

Publisher Pimento kinderboeken had originally planned to release Double Or Die at the end of this August, but the rights have apparently moved to a different publisher. As a result, concrete details as to when the novel (as well as the upcoming fourth novel, Hurricane Gold) will eventually hit bookshelves have become sketchy.

Pimento kinderboeken previously released editions of Higson’s SilverFin and Blood Fever. CBn will keep you updated on the eventual release of this Dutch edition of Double Or Die.

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Win Charlie Higson's Fourth Young Bond Novel: 'Hurricane Gold'

Charlie Higson’s ‘Hurricane Gold’

A lucky CommanderBond.net member now has the chance to win a brand new copy of Hurricane Gold by Charlie Higson, the fourth Young James Bond novel which was released only two weeks ago in the UK.

Offered in the competition is new first edition UK hardback copy of this Young Bond novel.

Hurricane Gold finds Young Bond in Mexico where he encounters several of the world’s deadliest gangsters and a female villainess named Mrs. Glass. Along the way, he teams up with a girl named Precious Stone while trying to escape.

This competition is open to all members of CBn. You must be a registered member of the CBn Forums and answer the following question correctly to be eligible to win. Not yet a member of CBn? Register here now–it is free and only takes a minute!

To enter, fill out the following questionnaire and send a Communiqué/Private Message on the CBn Forums to ‘CBn Competition’ (Subject: CBn Hurricane) by Midnight EST on 8 October 2007 (simply click on the link in this paragraph).

1. According to Charlie Higson, the working title for this novel was (HINT: Read the CBn Interview):

• A – Six Days In December
• B – Lagrimas Negras
• C – Double M
• D – Bite!

2. What is your CBn Forum Screen Name?
3. What country/state do you live in?

To discuss this CBn competition or if you have any questions visit this thread on the CBn Forums, the largest James Bond 007 forum on the internet.

All those who answer correctly will be put into a drawing and the winner will be sent a Communiqué/Private Message via the CBn Forums to the Screen Name they provided to inform them of their winning. The winner must respond to this PM within five (5) days with the requested information (name, mailing address, etc) or another drawing will be held. The winner will be announced once shipping information has been received. The item will be shipped from the USA. In the event that a prize has been stolen or mishandled during shipment, CBn will not be able to replace the specific item–this has yet to be a problem.

First Look At The 'Double Or Die' Collector's Edition

Charlie Higson’s Double or Die

As previously reported on CBn, a collector’s edition of Double or Die, Charlie Higson’s third Young James Bond novel, was set for release in October of this year.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that a copy has already sprung up on eBay and thus provided fans with the first look at the new edition.

As with both SilverFin and Blood Fever before it, the collector’s edition of Double or Die is limited to 999 copies (all signed by Higson).

While Bond fans can pick up a copy at Waterstone’s bookstores, the novel is also available to order online (although note the different release dates):

• Pre-order the Collector’s Edition of Double or Die at Waterstones.com
• Pre-order the Collector’s Edition of Double or Die at Amazon.co.uk

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'Double Or Die' Collector's Edition Coming In October

Charlie Higson’s Double or Die

17 September UPDATE (this article originally posted on 16 August): The collector’s edition of Charlie Higson’s Double Or Die is now listed as available for pre-order online at Waterstones.com and amazon.co.uk. While amazon lists the novel’s release date as October 2007, Watertones.com notes a 30 September release date.

As previously noted by CBn back in April, a collector’s edition of Charlie Higson’s third Young James Bond novel, Double Or Die, is set for release in October of this year.

The Young Bond Dossier confirms the release for 25 October 2007, pointing out that it will be a Waterstone’s bookstore exclusive in the UK.

This collector’s edition of Double Or Die will come in a slipcase and be signed and numbered by Higson.

Previously, both SilverFin and Blood Fever were released as collector’s edition hardbacks in the UK–each limited to 999 signed copies.

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Win Original Young Bond Artwork Signed By Charlie Higson

James Bond fans in the UK and Eire now have the chance to win an original piece of Young Bond artwork signed by author Charlie Higson and artist Kev Walker.

All one needs to do is play the new Avenue of Death game (which is based on a key location in Hurricane Gold) on the official Young Bond website and submit a score on the leaderboard.

On 8 October, a winner will be randomly chosen from those listed on the board and notified.

So what are you waiting for…?

Hurricane Gold finds Young Bond in Mexico where he encounters several of the world’s deadliest gangsters and a female villainess named Mrs. Glass. Along the way, he teams up with a girl named Precious Stone while trying to escape.

Be sure to check out CBn’s brand new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson.

Keep watching CBn for all the latest Hurricane Gold and Young Bond coverage.

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'Hurricane Gold' Debuts At #2 On UK Children's Charts

Charlie Higson’s ‘Hurricane Gold’

Like Charlie Higson’s previous Young James Bond novels, Hurricane Gold made an impressive debut on the UK children’s bestseller charts.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that Hurricane Gold debuted at #2, already selling 6,056 copies in less than a week.

On the chart for all books in the UK, the Young Bond novel came in at #48.

Hurricane Gold finds Young Bond in Mexico where he encounters several of the world’s deadliest gangsters and a female villainess named Mrs. Glass. Along the way, he teams up with a girl named Precious Stone while trying to escape.

Be sure to check out CBn’s brand new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson.

• Order the UK hardback edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk
• Order the UK audiobook edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk

Keep watching CBn for all the latest Hurricane Gold and Young Bond coverage.

Discuss this news in this thread on the CBn Forums, the largest James Bond 007 forum in the world. With thanks to ‘zencat.’

Charlie Higson's 'Hurricane Gold' Is #1 At Waterstones

Charlie Higson’s ‘Hurricane Gold’

Having been released in the UK for only a few days, Charlie Higson’s newest Young James Bond novel, Hurricane Gold is already off to a strong start in sales.

According to the sales charts at Waterstones.com (the ‘Gold Thursday’ launch party took place at Waterstone’s Piccadilly), Hurricane Gold is currently ranked #1 in children’s books and #7 overall for all books.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that the novel is currently the fourth best selling children’s novel on amazon.co.uk.

Hurricane Gold finds Young Bond in Mexico where he encounters several of the world’s deadliest gangsters and a female villainess named Mrs. Glass. Along the way, he teams up with a girl named Precious Stone while trying to escape.

Be sure to check out CBn’s brand new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson.

• Order the UK hardback edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk
• Order the UK audiobook edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk

Keep watching CBn for all the latest Hurricane Gold and Young Bond coverage.

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We Love 'Gold'

James Bond’s nemesis, Auric Goldfinger is not the only one to love “gold”, it seems, as the success of the launch party for Charlie Higson’s latest Young Bond adventure, Hurricane Gold has proven.

Charlie Higson with his golden entourage

the penguin blog has published a report from the day’s festivities. Gold-painted actors – reminiscent of Goldfinger‘s Jill Masterson – hit the streets of London with copies of the book in the lead-up to Thursday’s gold-themed launch party at Waterstone’s Piccadilly.

The Young Bond Dossier reports that the event featured gold food, a Young Bond quiz and a book signing by Higson, who was, himself, adorned in a golden suit and tie. The site has also landed a batch of exclusive pics from the day’s events, which are well worth checking out.

A golden girl – and guy – hit Piccadilly Circus to promote Hurricane Gold

The Young Bond Dossier report contains a number of titbits that emerged from the event – notably that SilverFin‘s Wilder Lawless and Double Or Die‘s Babushka may return in the fifth and final book in the series.

The frivolities kicked off the Hurricane Gold hype which has seen the all-gold book catapulted onto the charts, just two days after its official release. It currently sits at #7 on Waterstone’s bestseller chart.

Be sure to check out CBn’s new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson.

Order the UK hardback edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk.

Pre-order the UK audiobook edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk.

Keep watching CBn for more Hurricane Gold and literary James Bond coverage.

Discuss this news in this thread on the CBn Forums, the largest James Bond 007 forum on the Internet. Images courtesy the penguin blog.

Official Young Bond Website Updated

The official Young Bond website has been updated to feature a brand new game and character artwork by Kev Walker, both based on the latest novel in Charlie Higson’s series, Hurricane Gold.

The game – “Avenue Of Death” – sees you play a part in one of the major set-pieces of the new novel, while Walker’s artwork continues to display the evolution of Higson’s interpretation of James Bond.

An extract from the novel is also available to read.

Additionally, the official site has given fan-site The Young Bond Dossier the honour of being its official news source.

Be sure to check out CBn’s brand new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson!

Order the UK hardback edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk.

Pre-order the UK audiobook edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk.

Keep watching CBn for more Hurricane Gold and literary James Bond coverage.

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'Hurricane Gold' Released In UK Today

Charlie Higson’s ‘Hurricane Gold’

The fourth Young James Bond novel by Charlie Higson, Hurricane Gold, has been released today in the UK.

As previously reported, there will undoubtedly be many Young Bond fans at the all-gold Hurricane Gold launch party, which takes place later today at Piccadilly Waterstone’s in London.

Early reviews of the novel are already calling it ‘a fantastic book from start to finish.’ Stay tuned to CBn for our own forthcoming review.

Hurricane Gold finds Young Bond in Mexico where he encounters several of the world’s deadliest gangsters and a female villainess named Mrs. Glass. Along the way, he teams up with a girl named Precious Stone while trying to escape.

Be sure to check out CBn’s brand new interview with Young Bond author, Charlie Higson.

• Order the UK hardback edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk
• Order the UK audiobook edition of Hurricane Gold from Amazon.co.uk

Keep watching CBn for all the latest Hurricane Gold and Young Bond coverage.

Discuss this news in this thread on the CBn Forums, the largest James Bond 007 forum in the world.