Of Lions and Unicorns by Michael Morpurgo

A collection and selection of Morpurgo’s work, including complete short stories and excerpts from his most applauded novels

Yellowface by Rebecca F. Kuang

A book very much of our time where questions of authorship and cultural appropriation are rife – an interesting read

Persephone’s Beat by Echo Arnold

Imogen is surprised when she is approached by Lila, daughter of a famous MP, at a gig: it’s exciting and unexpected but is it a good thing?

The Cows [Don’t Follow The Herd] by Dawn O’Porter

A book for our times, where the traditional roles and perceptions of women are discussed through the lives of Tara, Cam and Stella

Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

The best book that I have read this year – a funny, warm, unique book with a biting message about how women should carve their own path

Dead Famous by Ruby Fox

Funny with a good-paced narrative, enough mystery to keep you reading and twists to keep you guessing, Ruby Fox’s book is a great read

The Echo Chamber by John Boyne

Truly a tale for our social media dominated times, this book is full of satire and humour with a strong end message

Just for You by Jennifer Ann Shore

Warm coming-of-age book about Violet, her friends, her family and their relationships, and first love

Aphrodite’s Child by Sarah Catherine Knights

Emily arrives in Cyprus timidly and with trepidation but the experience that she has there changes her life forever

Love is a State of Mind by Sarah Catherine Knights

The lovely story of Anna who, when the life that she has always known is torn part, is faced with a choice-resent or embrace the change?