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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 1d

From feathered raptors to ancient seas, Mesozoic Art II showcases the cutting edge of palaeoart. A must-have for anyone who loves dinosaurs, science, or stunning illustration.

Out now!

Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 5d

🎨 Fossils meet fine art in Mesozoic Art II...

Discover how today’s top palaeoartists recreate prehistoric life with breath-taking detail and scientific insight.

A visual feast for dino lovers and art fans alike. Out now!

@sharkbitesteve @TetZoo

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 6d

🦅 From majestic eagles to elusive owls, RSPB British Birds of Prey is a stunning guide to the UK’s top avian predators.

Packed with expert insight and breath-taking photography. Available to pre-order now.

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 6d

Dinosaurs like you’ve never seen them.

Mesozoic Art II blends fossil evidence with artistic brilliance to bring ancient worlds to life. Perfect for art lovers, scientists, and dino fans.

Out now! 🦖

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Darren Naish @tetzoo.bsky.social · 13d

We will look back at the 2020s as a pivotal time in how prehistoric life is portrayed, mark my words! The ultimate guide to #palaeoart / #paleoart of our age ... tetzoo.com/blog/2025/9/...

Mesozoic Art II, Palaeoart Portfolio for the 2020s — Tetrapod Zoology

Among the most successful of books I’ve been involved in are those devoted to palaeoart. In particular, I’m thinking here of 2022’s Mesozoic Art , edited by Steve White and myself and published by Bl...

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Steve White @sharkbitesteve.bsky.social · 13d

Happy birthday to Mesozoic Art v.2 - on sale today from Bloomsbury Wildlife! As fine a collection of modern palaeoart as could be - 25 artists across 250 pages. Darren Naish and I could not be more proud.

Available from Bloomsbury and all other fine booksellers!

Volume one is still available!

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 9d

From Orkney voles to interrupted brome grass, Endemic is a fascinating dive into Britain’s unique biodiversity.

James Harding-Morris blends science, storytelling, and conservation into one unforgettable read.

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 10d

🦖 Step into the Mesozoic!

Mesozoic Art II is a jaw-dropping journey through prehistoric life, reimagined by today’s top palaeoartists. Science meets spectacle.

Out now!

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 11d

🦖 Mesozoic Art II is a stunning showcase of 25 palaeoartists breathing life into ancient worlds.

From graphite to digital, this book reimagines dinosaurs with scientific precision and artistic flair. Out now!

@sharkbitesteve @TetZoo

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 12d

Did you know Britain is home to 700+ endemic species?

In Endemic, James Harding-Morris journeys across the UK to spotlight the plants, animals, and fungi found only here—and the urgent need to protect them. 🕷️

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 13d

What does it mean to reconnect with nature—and yourself?

In Wild Woman, Philippa Forrester shares her journey of rediscovery, resilience, and wildness. Now available as an audiobook on Spotify. 🎧🌿 https://bit.ly/3JVrjv3

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 15d

Endemic is a gripping journey into the heart of biodiversity.

James Harding-Morris explores the fragile beauty of species found nowhere else in the world, and why protecting them matters more than ever.

A powerful call to action.

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Darren Naish @tetzoo.bsky.social · 19d

Mesozoic Art II - edited by @sharkbitesteve.bsky.social and myself and featuring the incredible work of 25 cutting-edge palaeoartists - is out in just a few days. The ultimate must-have book on modern #palaeoart / #paleoart. Buy yours now ... www.bloomsbury.com/uk/mesozoic-... #books #dinosaurs

Mesozoic Art II

Following on from the hugely popular Mesozoic Art, this magnificent new volume showcases 25 amazing artists whose work represents the very best of palaeoart.Our…

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 16d

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 17d

From Yellowstone to the Arctic, Wild Woman takes you on a global journey with women who live and work in the wild.

Philippa Forrester’s storytelling is fierce, funny, and full of heart. The paperback is out now.🌲📖 #WomenInNature

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 18d

Drunken fungi, cave shrimp, and trees with attitude... James Harding-Morris’s Endemic is a funny, eye-opening dive into Britain’s rarest species. Nature writing with bite and wit. 🌿🍄
https://bit.ly/4g5cVfC

Drunken fungi that thrive on a cider diet

Christopher Hart discovers the wildlife that can only be found within the British Isles.

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 20d

What does it mean to be a Wild Woman?

Philippa Forrester dives deep into the lives of women who work in nature—bold, brave, and beautifully wild.

Conservation meets courage in this inspiring read. The paperback is out now. 🌍💚

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 23d

Not just a memoir—Wild Woman is a tribute to the untamed spirit.

If you’ve ever felt the call of the wild, this book answers back with stories that inspire, challenge, and empower.

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BSBI Botany @bsbibotany.bsky.social · 24d

If you're one of our lovely #BSBImembers then you can enjoy a 25% discount when you buy a copy of Endemic by @bsbicountries.bsky.social!
Find out more:
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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 25d

🌍 Not just dinos—Mesozoic Art II explores entire ancient worlds. With commentary from @TetZoo and @sharkbitesteve, it's science and storytelling with every brushstroke.

Available to pre-order now!

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 26d

🎨 Fossils meet fine art in Mesozoic Art II.

From graphite to digital, this collection showcases the evolution of paleoart—and the creatures that inspired it.

Available to pre-order now!

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 27d

Wild Woman is a celebration of grit, grace, and wilderness. Philippa Forrester shares powerful stories of women thriving in nature, from bear encounters to rewilding Africa.

A must-read for every wild soul. The paperback is out now! 🌿 https://bit.ly/4ntUsvP

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Nicola Chester @nicolawriting.bsky.social · Sep 3

Just read #NeurodivergentbyNature @joeharkness.bsky.social @chiffchat.bsky.social. A thoughtful, deeply personal, widely researched book, often funny & revelatory. It resonated, & I learnt much, too. It makes the intrinsic relationship between people & nature clear, in a fresh, important way. 1/3

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Jim Martin @jimspim.bsky.social · 27d

Out TODAY - this magnificent new book by
@alicevernon10.bsky.social. GHOSTED. A brilliant journey into ghost-hunting, historically and today. Why are we so fascinated with the paranormal? Get a copy here to find out: uk.bookshop.org/p/books/ghos...

Ghosted: A History of Ghost Hunting, and Why We Keep Looking a book by Alice Vernon.

A social, historical and scientific exploration of ghost-hunting, and why our fascination with the paranormal is as timeless as the ghosts we hope to find.The history of ghosts is ancient, but the his...

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Bloomsbury Wildlife @chiffchat.bsky.social · 27d

"Endemic is a joyous and eye-opening read throughout."

Read Christopher Hart's review of Endemic in the @dailymail.co.uk! https://bit.ly/4g5cVfC

Drunken fungi that thrive on a cider diet

Christopher Hart discovers the wildlife that can only be found within the British Isles.

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