In 2001 Jasper Fforde arrived on the book scene with The Eyre Affair, the first book in his hugely popular Thursday Next series.

This October, the eighth and final novel in the series will be published. Dark Reading Matter sees Thursday Next embark on her final adventure. Bursting with imagination and humour fans will be delighted by the final instalment of the story.

Rossiter Books are running a pre-order competition.

Pre-order a signed special edition copy of Dark Reading Matter from any Rossiter Books branch or via the rossiterbooks.co.uk website before midnight on Thursday 8th October to be entered into a draw. 10 lucky people will win a very special opportunity to join Jasper Fforde for a private Book Group meeting in Rossiter Books, Ross on Wye.

Full terms and conditions are available on the Rossiter Books website or from booksellers in the shops.

‘Fans of the late Douglas Adams, or, even, Monty Python, will feel at home with Fforde' Herald

Jasper Fforde has a longstanding relationship with Rossiter Books, one of the stores is even featured in his novel The Constant Rabbit.

“We are delighted to be able to work with the publisher, Hodder and Stoughton, on this competition. What a wonderful prize – the opportunity to chat with Jasper about the book in a small group is amazing!” Carol, Rossiter Books Events Manager