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Ian Goddard

Fictional Writer

Books

Thespianage Book Cover

Thespianage

Comedy · Espionage · Fiction

When washed-up actor Alfie Halliday stumbles into the world of international espionage via a London amateur dramatics society, he discovers that his new director Valentina Orlov has a secret far more dramatic than anything on stage. With retired MI6 operative Harry Blatch lurking in the wings and MI5’s Ruth Calder closing in, the show must go on — even if it kills them.

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News

14 May 2026

Thespianage Released — My first publocation

After months of watching crime and spy drama's on TV, gathering ideas, and making notes, I finally put pen to paper.

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Portobello Book Blog — More details coming soon!

The wonderfult people at Portobello Book Blog, have offered to cover Thespianage for me in an upcoming blog. Visit https://portobellobookblog.com and keep your eyes peeled.

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Thespianage Sequel — Coming Soon!

Following amazing feedback from my friends and family, I have started writing the sequel to Thespianage. Check back for more details soon.

About Ian Goddard

Ian Goddard

Ian Goddard is a Surrey-based writer with a weakness for absurd situations, sharp dialogue, and characters who are in way over their heads. His debut comedy novel, Thespianage, blends the worlds of amateur dramatics and international espionage into something that probably shouldn’t work — but absolutely does.

When not writing, Ian can be found balancing the equally treacherous waters of corporate life and family life. He lives in a small village in Surrey, where the rain provides excellent atmosphere for brooding over plot points and the theatre scene provides endless inspiration.

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For enquiries, collaborations, or just to say hello — drop me a line.

igoddardauthor@gmail.com