This is the first year for the Jhalak Children’s & YA prize, celebrating books for children written by British and British resident writers of colour
October Books.
More than just a bookshop, we’re local, radical and eco-friendly!
October Books.
More than just a bookshop, we’re local, radical and eco-friendly!
This is the first year for the Jhalak Children’s & YA prize, celebrating books for children written by British and British resident writers of colour
From world-renowned economist Paul Collier, a candid diagnosis of the failures of capitalism and a pragmatic and realistic vision for how we can repair it
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Helen Gordon turns a novelists eye to the science of the Earth, helping readers marvel at the epic history of our planet and the potential futures of it's evolving journey.
A much needed re-framing of the discussion about cancel culture that recognises the validity of the pain and anger of the marginalised while also addressing some of the harm that the black and white thinking of cancel culture can cause. anne maree brown asks, how can we challenge harm and ensure accountability in a way that recognises human fallibility and potential for growth.
We’re super excited about this beautiful new novel by Kazuro Ishiguro. As with many of his previous books, it promises to be another genre defying masterpiece. Have you got your copy yet?
Recycle. Fly less. Eat less meat. These are some of the ways that we've been told we can save the planet. But are individuals really to blame for the climate crisis?
This fun, inclusive board book celebrates the one thing that makes every family a family . . . and that’s LOVE.