David Walliams activities

David Walliams has become one of our best-loved children’s authors, writing hilarious stories featuring some of the kookiest characters in print. His funny books for kids include The Ice Monster, The Beast of Buckingham, Gangster Granny, Ratburger, Mr Stink, and...

International Booker Prize Shortlist

  Now is an excellent time to diversify your reading list. The nominees for the International Booker Prize have just been announced. The prize famously celebrates the best translated fiction from around the world and each year six titles are selected for the...

Roald Dahl activities

What would children’s literature be without the distinct voice of Roald Dahl? Over the course of his long career, the British novelist wrote more than 30 works populated with clever children and frequently monstrous adults, sprinkled with made-up words, and shot...

Women’s fiction and Modern fiction extracts

Lockdown is the perfect time to catch up on that TBR list but what happens when that list runs out? Here are some extracts to help you prepare what you would like to read when lockdown lifts and you can hit the shops once again! Click on the link cover to read the...

Recipes from Supernatural and The East African Cookbook

If you are finding you have lots of spare time on your hands during lockdown then why not try a new recipe. We have six recipes below from two great new cookbooks. From Lamb Kofta Curry to Salted Peanut Butter Cookies, there is sure to be something that tantalizes...

Book-ish Things to Do During the Lockdown

  While we’re all staying at home, we might find it difficult to indulge in all of those book-identity affirming activities that keep us secure in our bookishness. You know, like going to a book shop to excitedly pick up that new release we’ve been waiting for...