"Books that Break the Mold. Authors Who Dare to Be Different."
Welcome to Bland on the Run Books (BOTR Books) – where the unusual becomes unforgettable.
We’re more than a gallery; we’re a launchpad for self-published trailblazers and debut authors who march to the beat of their own typewriter. If you love stories that twist your perspective or factual reads that surprise as much as they inform, you’re in the right place.
Discover the next wave of fiction that’s as quirky as it is captivating and non-fiction that rewrites the rules. Dive in, explore, and embrace the strange!
BOTR Books - The Home of Quirky Fiction and Unconventional Facts
For Readers Who Love the Unexpected
Tired of the same old stories? BOTR Books is your escape from the ordinary. We celebrate the books that defy expectations and the authors who aren’t afraid to take risks.
Here, you’ll find:
- Quirky Fiction: Wild plots, unforgettable characters, and worlds you’ve never imagined.
- Unconventional Non-Fiction: Fresh perspectives, surprising facts, and ideas that stick.
- Authors Who Dare: Creators who challenge norms and embrace originality.
Whether you’re craving a brain-bending story or an eye-opening read, BOTR Books is your gateway to the delightfully different.
Meet the Minds Behind the Magic
Every book has a story, and every author has a spark. BOTR Books isn’t just about what’s on the page – it’s about celebrating the creators who bring the unexpected to life.
Our authors are dreamers, disruptors, and daring innovators. They write for readers who love a good twist, a fresh voice, or a completely new perspective. Explore their works, get inspired, and find your next obsession.
It's all about storytelling
Weird? Wonderful? Perfect."
At BOTR Books, we believe:
- Not all stories need a happy ending – they just need a great one.
- Facts should be stranger than fiction (and just as exciting).
- Books are better when they surprise you.
We exist to connect readers with stories that make them think, laugh, and gasp out loud. BOTR Books is your safe haven for the strange, the surreal, and the spectacularly different.
Our Latest Projects
Check out the latest projects.
Stephen Elliot’s days as a youngster in ‘Windhill Tales’ give way to the late 1960’s, early 70’s as he leaves home to share a house with friends in Baildon. Independence transforms his life into a series of bold ventures. In an era where music was king, Stephen and his colourful friends set up venues for folk, blues and rock music at a time when their parents are still besotted by crooners.
There are visits to festivals; parties and exploits that shun the straightjacket of their childhood.
Camping trips to the Yorkshire Dales, an alternative Olympic games in which beer features highly, discovering what witches do at Samhain all provide variety. It’s a rite of passage that rocks and rolls with the times. Then, there’s the strange meeting with Pete, the alien, on Baildon Moor, and behind the scenes the vandals plot a grey revolution.
1965 CODE 11: Booking Off Duty
Ben Pearson spent 19 years of his life fighting crime. He was part of the elite Roads Policing Unit of West Yorkshire Police and featured on the 'Police Interceptors' TV series on Channel 5. Ben has driven in the fastest, most dangerous pursuits, arrested murderers, rapists, and high-profile burglars. Earning him many commendations & making him a highly decorated officer. Taking violent offenders down and bringing them to justice was what Ben lived for until he was diagnosed with C-PTSD, forcing him into an early and unwanted retirement.
Let’s Get Quirky Together"
Got a question, a comment, or just want to share your love for the strange and extraordinary? We’d love to hear from you!
Drop us a line and let’s chat about books, authors, and everything wonderfully weird.