A FIRST novel by Herefordshire writer Nicholas Dykes is having a pre-publication trial launch in Hay today.
Old Nick's Guide to Happiness will debut at Booths Books at 12.30pm at an event hosted by the shop's owners Paul Greatbatch and Elizabeth Haycox.
The author will be on hand to sign copies, accompanied by drinks and nibbles.
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