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A multi-award-winning agency specialising in books, culture and inclusive storytelling
The brilliant Lisa Jewell has been announced as the 2026 Programming Chair for the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival! 😱

Headliners confirmed are David Baldacci, Nadine Matheson, Gillian McAllister, Steve Cavanagh, and Alice Feeney with more names to be revealed in 2026 #TheakstonsCrime
November 26, 2025 at 10:01 AM
From the bestselling author of the Starbridge series comes the much anticipated, updated edition of #GlamorousPowers by Susan Howatch, published by White Fox.

A beautiful cover design, this is an unforgettable tale of self-discovery, human frailty and faith ✨📚
November 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Over the moon to see 'Wild Journey' reviewed by @imogenrw.bsky.social in @theguardian.com! With it's "stirring, evocative 7+ adventure stories" by @amdassu.bsky.social & "Illustrated in striking black and orange" by Joe Lillington - it's a perfect gift for Xmas! www.theguardian.com/books/2025/n...
Children and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels
The return of Charlie and Lola; the second lives of trees; the dangers of time travel; a YA Bluebeard retelling and more
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Our wonderful author @bengarrod.bsky.social has voiced a brilliant video celebrating the 20th anniversary of the British Hen Welfare Trust and it's up for a Smiley Charity Film Award! As a patron Ben can vouch for the BHWT's work rehoming thousands of hens each year

Vote here: bit.ly/43ICsqc
November 21, 2025 at 2:12 PM
It's #WorldChildrensDay and what better way to celebrate than with a brilliant children's book! Here's a selection of just some of the amazing children's books we've worked on this year that will inspire, entertain and even spark a love of reading in young people.
November 20, 2025 at 9:45 AM
A lovely evening yesterday at Bonhams celebrating Lady Glenconner and her latest book #MannersandMischief from @bedsqpublishers.bsky.social
📚 🧑‍⚖️
November 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Proofs are in for #TheIslandBetweenUs by Dougie McHale! The latest book in the Hellenic Collection arrives 29 January 2025 published by Vinci Books.

This is a powerful story of love, loss, secrets, and the bonds that transcend time, set on the beautiful Greek island of Skiathos.
November 15, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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The Carnegies are introducing an age-inclusive longlist shadowing offer, so reading groups of all ages can join in. This will run alongside our regular shortlist shadowing, giving even more ways to take part — full details coming soon!
November 10, 2025 at 4:25 PM
What a brilliant idea and the perfect pre-Christmas gift - we ❤️ @biggreenbooks.bsky.social Advent Calendar ⬇️📚
HEY!

Get yourself a Big Green Books Advent Calendar.

Choose from 4, 6 or 12 books.

Unwrap a new surprise book every few days in the run up to Christmas.

Books will be individually picked based on what you enjoy reading.

Info HERE.

www.biggreenbookshop.com/simon-likes-...

PLEASE SHARE
November 11, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Sharique Zea, author of #Lionborn, joined BBC Radio London with Shay Kaur Grewal to talk about his debut middle-grade novel, plus they discussed Anti-Bullying Week and finding your courage in passion and community. 🦁📚

Listen here: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
November 10, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Author Sharique Zea chats with DESIblitz about his powerful middle-grade fantasy novel #Lionborn , a fantastical adventure of self-belief, courage, and overcoming bullying.
Out now! 🦁

www.desiblitz.com/content/shar...
Sharique Zea talks 'Lionborn', Self-Belief & Bullying
In an exclusive interview with DESIblitz, the author Sharique Zea discusses how his new novel, 'Lionborn', ties in with self-belief.
www.desiblitz.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:55 AM
ICYMI - Lady Glenconner was on ITV's Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh this morning with Alfie Boe, Petula Clarke and drinks expert Andy Clarke

She was discussing her new memoir, #MannersAndMischief published by @bedsqpublishers.bsky.social
November 9, 2025 at 2:01 PM
ICYMI – Bestselling author Lesley Pearse was on BBC Radio 4’s Saturday Live this morning! Catch up below to hear her talk about the incredible true story from her memoir #TheLongAndWindingRoad 📚
BBC Radio 4 - Saturday Live, Oliver Jeffers, Fatherhood, The House of Thatchers, and Peter and Dan Snow's shared Inheritance Tracks
Radio 4's Saturday morning show brings you extraordinary stories and remarkable people.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 8, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Catch the inimitable Lady Glenconner on Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh this Sunday, 9th November (9.30–11.30am) on ITV! 📺

She’ll be chatting about her new memoir, #MannersAndMischief , an A–Z of a life lived well, published by @bedsqpublishers.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Don’t miss the lovely Lesley Pearse on BBC Radio 4’s Saturday Live tomorrow morning from 9am. She will be talking about her remarkable story, more incredible even than her bestselling fiction, told in her memoir #TheLongAndWindingRoad

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
November 7, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Happy publication day to Lady Glenconner, whose latest sparkling memoir #MannersAndMischief is out today from @bedsqpublishers.bsky.social!

From ‘Men’ to ‘Mustique’, this A-Z of memories reminds us that life, at any age, should be faced with humour, heart and mischief 😀
November 6, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Catch Milly Johnson on BBC Radio across the West Midlands this evening with Arun Verma, talking about her new novel, #LetTheBellsRingOut

"A festive delight brimming with warmth and charm" - Woman & Home
Radio Shropshire - Listen Live - BBC Sounds
Listen live to Radio Shropshire on BBC Sounds
www.bbc.co.uk
November 5, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Join @themillyjohnson.bsky.social at Waterstones Doncaster on Saturday the 15th November from 4.30pm where she’ll be signing her new festive novel, #LetTheBellsRingOut!
It’s also Doncaster’s light switch on that evening so lots going on! 🎄 ✨

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November 4, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Congratulations to all the talented authors & illustrators who have been nominated for the #Carnegies2026! You can view the full list via the link below: carnegies.co.uk/about-the-aw...
November 3, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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I don't know how long this hardback deal is lasting for so grab it if you want it on Amazon...https://amzn.to/3LguPRy - DO TELL YOUR FRIENDS! X
October 31, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Join Mary Portas at Bookbar on Monday 3 November! Mary will be discussing ‘I shop, Therefore I am,’ her candid and funny memoir of her time at Harvey Nicks in the 90s published by @canongate.co.uk. Snap up the last few tickets for what should be a fabulous evening! www.bookbaruk.com/event-detail...
October 30, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Teachers & librarians! There's still time to book your class on to
@amdassu.bsky.social
's FREE virtual school event with Seven Stories on Thursday 6th November at 11am
@zephyrbooks.bsky.social

Reserve your space here 👇
sevenstories.org.uk/event/author...
October 27, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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A fascinating interconnected group of short stories, Wild Journey fuses empathy, resilience & hope (Az’s speciality!). An absolute triumph! Thanks Zephyr @edpr.bsky.social 🐦 @amdassu.bsky.social Out 6/11/25 for 7+ #kidlituk
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October 25, 2025 at 9:47 AM
ICYMI: The incredible Mary Portas joined @theothersambaker.bsky.social for a very special episode of The Shift, recorded live from Cheltenham Literature Festival as they speak all about Harvey Nicks, Ab Fab and how Mary's childhood shaped her 📚

Listen now👇
THE SHIFT LIVE: Mary Portas on fashion, Ab Fab & how her childhood shaped her
The Shift with Sam Baker · Episode
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October 25, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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'There she collects fluoro paper in Soho art shops, goes surreal with model penguins, hires Boy George as a live exhibit.'

Libby Purves on Mary Portas at ‘Harvey Nicks’
Mary Portas at ‘Harvey Nicks’
www.the-tls.com
October 12, 2025 at 9:39 AM