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Jane Picker

Lawyer. Advocate. Cold Warrior. Feminist Icon.

In the frozen shadows of the Arctic, betrayal cuts deeper than the cold.

David Bickford

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Welcome to Coinkydink

HIDDEN WORLDS. CLEAN LINES. SHARP TRUTHS.

Coinkydink is an emerging name in British publishing, specialising in spy thrillers, legal thrillers, and biographies rooted in those worlds. The company is dedicated to publishing compelling, carefully crafted narratives that explore the complex realms of espionage, intelligence, and legal affairs.

With a strong editorial focus and a commitment to narrative integrity, Coinkydink offers readers an insight into the individuals and events that often shape history from behind the scenes. Whether drawn from fact or fiction, these stories reflect the unpredictable nature of power, secrecy, and coincidence - the very elements that define the world Coinkydink seeks to illuminate.

FEATURED AUTHORDAVID BICKFORD

David Bickford, former legal chief to MI5 and MI6, spent a career in the shadows of espionage and terror, crafting legal frameworks to outwit extremists and earning honours for a lifetime spent where secrecy meets sacrifice.

FEATURED AUTHORJANE
PICKER

Jane Picker, the formidable lawyer and feminist crusader, helped reshape workplace rights for women with a landmark Supreme Court victory that struck down discriminatory maternity leave policies.

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If you’ve written a story forged in the crucible of law, power, or the shadows in between, submit your manuscript and let us help bring its truth to light.

COMING SOON

Betsy

Autobiography

Jane Picker is a trailblazing attorney, fierce advocate for women’s rights, and now, debut author of the compelling memoir Betsy. Known for her pivotal role in the landmark Supreme Court case Cleveland Board of Education v. LaFleur, which struck down mandatory maternity leave policies, Picker has spent a lifetime breaking barriers—from co-founding the nation’s first nonprofit fighting sex discrimination in the courts, to championing global legal reform through U.S.-Russia legal exchanges. With Betsy, she brings the same bold clarity and conviction to the page, charting a personal and political journey that reshaped the law—and her own life.

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Katya - Arctic Betrayal

By SALLY

***** - A really exciting page-turner! The author clearly has first hand experience of this clandestine world and therefore makes the subject of this book both exciting and believable. Katya really is a page-turner and can't wait 'til the release of the next book in the series.

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Drawing on his vast knowledge of the complex and dangerous workings of UK's intelligence agencies, David Bickford has created a fascinating world of international intrigue, featuring a female protagonist who is cunning, ferocious and unstoppable. KATYA THE INFORMER is a whirlwind spy novel that will leave you breathless and impatient for a sequel.

Kathleen Kent

NY Times bestselling author of BLACK WOLF

Superb. Masterful storytelling. And an authoritative insight into the secret world and its flawed yet remarkable inhabitants. Highly recommended.

Matthew Dunn

Former MI6 Intelligence Officer; bestselling author of the ‘Spycatcher’

David Bickford has used his inside knowledge and experience of Britain's Security & Intelligence Agencies to write an immensely readable modern thriller. Placed against a background of contemporary international politics and intrigue, it is a fast moving read which is both compelling and frightening

The Guardian

David Bickford is a legend from the world of espionage and counter espionage. He has brought his rich experience to bear on a stellar series of novels that bring to life the many complex challenges confronting spies and national security in the 21st century. A five star recommendation.

James Adams

Former Managing Editor Sunday Times, Advisor National Security Agency

The author's experience of that world shines through...tremendous pace that never lets up...reminiscent of John le Carré

Sir Stephen Lander

Former Director General MI5

A tightly wound plot of intrigue, corruption and the terrible dilemmas involved in fighting the war on terror. Bickford uses his inside knowledge of intelligence to crackling effect.

Evening Standard

Highly compelling, assured, with that jangling ring of authenticity

BBC - Conflict Zone and The New Arab Debates

Strap yourself in for one hell of a ride!

Bear Grylls OBE

British adventurer, writer, television presenter and former SAS trooper who is also a survival expert.

Katya combines just enough professionally informed realism with great plot and character development to hold a former intelligence officer's attention - a great read as only the Brits can do it”

Paul Redmond