Welsh true crime author launches new book
True crime writer Ian Hitchings has spent the last two years of his life researching and writing his new book - Robert Stewart – Portrait of a Prison Killer. Rhymney-born Hitchings has just been added to the Welsh Academy of writers – the only true crime author to feature in their Literature Wales database. His new book is due to be released on August 1, published by Oktober Books, Bristol. It will expose the dark and chilling world of 29-year-old Manchester-born Robert Stewart, Britain’s most dangerous psychopathic prison killer. Stewart committed heinous acts with a horrendous and gruesome disregard for human life. “It’s not an easy or comfortable story to tell and it has taken two years of my life conducting meticulous research to reach the point where I am ready for publication,” said Hitchings. “I am delighted that the book will soon be available. I am also delighted that the Welsh Academy has recognised my work. It can be a lonely existence as a writer and recognition when it com...