Each week our wonderful staff share the books that they've been enjoying.

Jason is reading Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay

I've been a big fan of Paul Tremblay since I read his chilling novel, The Cabin at the End of the World. He has become a novelist whose work I anticipate and I have not been disappointed in Horror Movie so far. It is disturbing, creepy and anxiety-inducing.

In 1993, three teenagers decided to make a low budget, art/horror…

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It's World Vegan Day! And whether you're vegan for the animals, environment, health or whatever other reason, today is for you! If you're not vegan but are feeling curious, then today is the perfect day to dip your toe in . . . As a vegan, I'm celebrating the day by cooking up a vegan feast, and if you want to join in on the fun, here are some fantastic vegan cookbooks to help!

For those craving Italian…

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One way of acknowledging women whose lives have had little or no recognition in the history books is to write about them in a fictional setting – imagining, and in some cases, reimagining, what their lives might have been like. We've chosen some wonderful books inspired by the lives of a few famous, and many less so, female figures.

✒️ Studious women

Rapture by Emily Maguire

The motherless child of an English priest living in ninth-century Mainz, Agnes is a…

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During the month of October our Readings bookseller and resident horror aficionado, Joe Murray, is sharing his picks for the very best horror short fiction to get you in the mood for Halloween. You might have seen his recommendations on our socials during the month, but here's part two of his in-depth round up of why you need to read these masterful works of horror.

Read part one here!

Horror has always been a genre of experimentation and marginality. Consigned…

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After a bit of post-Twilight cultural fatigue, it's safe to say that vampires are now back with a vengance. In movies, TV and books, the number of vampires have been steadily growing; but if you're not sure where to start, or need help separating the romantic from the gory, I am here to help! Whether you prefer your vampires to be murderous, plotting for power, or secretly kind of sweet, I've got a book recommendation that will hit the…

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Get off Pinterest, put away the magazines and forget the influencers. These fashion books will give you all the inspiration you need to see your wardrobe in a new light and curate a personal style that will put the runways to shame.

For the maximalists

Colourful by Iris Apfel

In the summer of 2023, as Iris Apfel welcomed her 102nd birthday, she put pen to paper to write this very special project: what Iris called her legacy book.

Comprising of…

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During the month of October our Readings bookseller and resident horror fiction aficionado, Joe Murray, is sharing his picks for the very best horror short fiction to get you in the mood for Halloween. You might have seen his recommendations on our socials during the month, but here's part one of his in-depth round up of why you need to read these masterful works of horror.

In these tales, horror comes from the strange, frayed edges of the normal world…

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There's a slew of new cookbooks coming out at the moment, with enough baked goods and tasy treats to stock a patisserie! So here's a handy guide to find the right book to satisfy all your cravings, and help you take your desserts to the next level.

Experience the romance of baking

Love Crumbs by Nadine Ingram

Nadine Ingram’s latest book features 50 utterly original, natural and romantic cakes that belong at the heart of every celebration.

To be a…

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In this day and age, it's hard to teach kids about the natural world without coming up against the tricky topic of climate change and the importance of sustainability. Fortunately, these incredible picture books are designed to make explaining the state of our world a little easier, and to help inspire little ones to do what they can to care for the planet. 🌱

Now for the Good News by Planet Ark

Showcasing fantastically positive environmental advances, initiatives and inventions…

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Each week our wonderful staff share the books that they've been enjoying.

Rosalind is reading Australian Gospel by Lech Blaine

Australian Gospel is outstanding. Blaine paints such a vivid picture of place, situation and character that it is difficult to believe that he wasn't present for each scene of this book. With an assured and charmingly ocker voice, Blaine takes us through his noteworthy family history. The genetic child of Tom and Lenore Blaine, he has four permanent foster siblings…

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