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Best-selling author turned down chance to write James Bond story

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The Independent UK · 19h ago

Rebus writer Ian Rankin reveals he turned down the chance to write James Bond novel

He said that he had a ‘pretty good idea’ as to what the plot would be if he had accepted the opportunity

The Independent UK · 19h ago

Suit worn by Daniel Craig as James Bond expected to fetch up to £40,000

The sale also includes a complete set of 14 first edition and first impression Bond books

The Independent UK · Oct 5

Cold Sunset by William Boyd, review – Brilliantly captures the delicious moral ambiguity of the spy novel

4/5 Endless cigarettes, copious drink, and a succession of glamorous hotel rooms and restaurants set the scene for Boyd’s intoxicating world

The Independent UK · Sep 1

Why Does James Bond Drive An Aston Martin?

The DB5 became synonymous with 007, but James Bond's relationship with Aston Martin goes back further than you might think.

Motor1 · Aug 29

Code Name Silver: The Indian spy who played 5 sides in World War II

Known by the British codename “Silver”, Talwar operated across German, Italian, Soviet, British and Japanese intelligence networks while maintaining links to India’s freedom movement. His shifting loyalties, including his work for British intelligence under Peter Fleming, have made his legacy controversial.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Former James Bond Casting Director Insists Lead Role Should Be Played By A White Male

“Ian Fleming wrote a character, and that’s the character that stays.”

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 14

James Bond can't have a dog

Charlie Higson, who has written five Young Bond adventure stories, has revealed James Bond is not allowed a pet dog.

BANG Premier · Jul 5

IO Interactive says 007 First Light was 'always' supposed to be an origin story — 'We wanted to take that risk and introduce a fresh Bond for the gamers'

IO Interactive has confirmed that 007 First Light was always intended to be a young James Bond story, and it collaborated frequently with Amazon MGM Studios.

TechRadar · Jun 18

'007 First Light' Plants The Seeds For Every James Bond Actor Ever

007 First Light, the new game from IO Interactive, introduces a James Bond detached from theatrical depictions while still heavily inspired by them.

Inverse · Jun 4