Milo Allan Murray Hall

Come celebrate with Milo Allan (the collaborative pen name of Milo Clenshaw and Vicky Allan) as we host them at our store on Monday, May 12th, at 7pm to mark the release of their latest work, *Murray Hall*. This novel, drawn from the real-life tale of a Scotsman’s ascent to fame, uncovers a hidden queer history long buried by time. *Murray Hall* pieces together the enigma of an ordinary yet remarkable individual whose secret stunned New York, the United States, and beyond. Set in 1901, the story begins with Dr. Gallagher declaring Murray Hall deceased. Known as a New York political figure, gambler, and charmer, Hall’s death unveils a shocking aspect of his identity—one he kept concealed, leaving everyone in disbelief. A determined journalist embarks on a quest to reveal the truth behind Hall’s life, navigating a maze of reality and rumor. From the gritty tenements of Glasgow to mingling with New York’s power brokers, Murray Hall epitomizes the self-made man, though his growing prominence comes with escalating risks.

MILO ALLAN represents the joint authorship of Milo Clenshaw and Vicky Allan.
MILO CLENSHAW is a writer, producer, and curator residing in the Scottish Borders. Originally from London, he was raised in Edinburgh before heading south to earn a degree in Film and English from the University of Bristol. In 2020, he relocated to Glasgow for a Masters in Film Curation. Currently, he is based in Hawick, working with Alchemy Film & Arts—a charity hosting the UK’s experimental film festival—and freelancing as a film curator.
VICKY ALLAN serves as the environment correspondent for the Herald newspaper and has authored several books on wild swimming, including the well-received *Taking the Plunge* and *The Art of Wild Swimming* series, co-created with photographer Anna Deacon. She thrives on collaborative endeavors, and this marks her debut in collaborative fiction. Her other works include a compilation of personal menopause stories with Kaye Adams and a haunting novel, *Stray*, centered on a cat. Vicky lives in Edinburgh with her husband, two teenage sons, and a cat.

– Doors open at 6:30pm, with the event commencing at 7pm; we recommend arriving early to claim a favorable seat.
– Tickets are priced at £3, with an additional Ticket & Book package that includes a signed copy of *Murray Hall* by Milo