Mark Golding

Mark Golding is an Assistant Vice Principal at a Liverpool secondary school and award-winning author based in the North West of England. A law graduate, he began his career in the corporate world before moving into education. A serial entrepreneur, he founded his first venture, a record label, with two friends in Milton Keynes at the age of seventeen, which went on to be featured on television and radio, and later launched an online directory platform for teachers and trainers. He began writing fiction during the first national lockdown and has since published two books across multiple genres: the critically acclaimed children’s adventure Out of Time (2023) and the adult sci-fi thriller The End (2025). He is an avid traveller, having visited over forty countries, many of which inspire the locations in his writing. He lives in Greater Manchester with his wife Sarah and their cat, Milo.

Published Works:

• Out of Time (June 2023):
   
  • Winner of the Golden Wizard Book Prize (August 2023)
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  • Critically acclaimed for its engaging story, blending time travel, adventure, and historical elements.
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  • Reviews include:
     
    • "This is an exciting story that takes you on a journey throughout history..." (Emily Lowe, Lovereading4kids)
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    • "Mark Golding's Out of Time is a delightful romp..." (Cristina Prescott, The Book Commentary)
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    • "...an imaginative exploration that transcends genres..." (Lexie Fox, Readers Favourite)
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    • "A really fun but educational story..." (Brook Garrett, Reedsy)
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    • "A delightfully zany time-travel tale" - Kirkus Reviews
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    • "Mark Golding's Out Of Time is a book that starts off with a bang... and never lets up..." (Louise Jane, CEO The Golden Wizard Book Prize)
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• The End (August 2025): 

“A page-turner for anyone craving an escape into the realms of the imagination.” — John Ward, Deputy Editor, Daily Star Sunday

“Golding has proved himself to be a unique, fresh and dependable voice in the world of science fiction – a must read.” — Chris Riches, Correspondent for North-West England & Wales, Daily Express

“Golding’s meticulous craftsmanship is evident in the well-defined and unique characters populating the story. Each character is intricately developed… The plot is rife with twists and turns, maintaining a seamless pace that keeps readers engrossed.” — Gladis Ratish Kumar 

“Mark Golding has crafted a tale that sparks the imagination, leaving readers eager for the next adventure. The conflict is explored at different levels and it propels the story forward in unexpected directions.” — Cristina Prescott