Steven Staniforth Ecstasy & Ink - Historical Crime Novel, Paperback

Ecstasy & Ink is a coming-of-age crime novel for readers drawn to friendship, first love and dangerous choices. Set in Manchester in 1989, it follows 19-year-old Stanley Mahon as his talent for copying signatures and artwork draws him into a growing criminal operation.

Key Features

• Manchester Setting: Set amid the city’s music and club scene in 1989.
• Crime Story: Stanley’s copying skill leads from favours for friends to increasingly dangerous work.
• Coming of Age: Explores friendship, family, first love and ambition.
• Changing Choices: Follows Stanley as he faces the consequences of his growing operation.

Specifications

• Author: Steven Staniforth
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 418
• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication Date: 17 Sept. 2026
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 15.2 x 2.7 x 22.9 cm (6 x 1.1 x 9 in)
• Release Date: 2026-09-17