Where does the recent furore about the veracity of The Salt Path lead us? I don’t mean whether Raynor Winn’s account of walking the Cornish coast with her seriously ill husband will ultimately be deemed true or false. More importantly, how is this controversy reshaping our understanding of memoir and the nature of truth in literature.

An online conversation with author Sara Sheridan on September 30, 2025 at 7pm to celebrate the life and works of Lorna Moon, particularly Dark Star.

We’re thrilled to welcome Alison Rae to Fingerprint Editions’ Team. She’s worked with legends such as Nick Cave, Louise Welsh and Jordan Stephens and with two decades of editing experience and a background in music, arts and marketing, Alison brings a sharp eye for strong female voices, bold memoirs and unforgettable storytelling – all with a little edge.

We’re delighted to welcome Gillian Stern to the Fingerprint Editions’ Team. With 25 years’ experience as a freelance structural and developmental editor of fiction and non-fiction, and a bestselling ghostwriter, Gillian brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to nurturing fresh literary voices.

Fingerprint Editions is delighted to announce the ‘opening’ of its publication Mistress Pieces by novelist Jen Hyatt. Taking the form of an art installation, Mistress Pieces will be part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival in Autumn 2025. 

Welcome to Fingerprint Editions. We’re thrilled to have you as part of our community. 

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