Tag: independantbookshops
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Review: The Girl With the Louding Voice – Abi Daré
Adunni just wants to finish her education, but life has never dealt her the fairest hand. This is beautifully written with distressing but necessary topics, a modern classic.
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Bookshop Visit – The Shetland Bookshop, Lerwick
Nestled into the capital of The Shetlands is The Shetland Bookshop in Lerwick, and what a site she is to behold. Standing since 1949 it’s family run and one I know you need to visit. The few weeks I’ve been in Shetland we’ve had a great mix of weather – we’ve had thunderous showers but…
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Best Non-Fiction of 2025
If you’ve been around for a while then you’ll know that I love a non-fiction every now and then. They make up roughly a quarter of what I read each year and I love finding new perspectives and expanding my mind.
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Review: Poyums Annaw – Len Pennie
A collection of poems centring feminine rage and the female experience and most of all, love and hope. This is a brilliantly passionate collection and perfect follow up after her debut.
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September New Releases
Look at new release lists and the bombardment from Booktok and Bookstagram can feel like a lot when you’re trying to find a new book. Autumn is well and truly on its way and it’s time to find you something great to curl up with.
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Best Fantasy & Sci- Fi 2025
If you’ve been around for a while then you’ll know that fantasy is one of my favourite genres and I’m loving finding more sci-fi recently. The escapism is second to none and the clever political writing is brilliant.
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Review: All the Tomorrows After – Joanne Yi
Winter is on her way out, she has a plan, but plans get upended and life never quite works out the way she expects. Utterly stunning and heart-breaking, perfect for those that love to feel everything in a book.
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Review: Your Tears Fall Like Pearls – Adukeh
A beautiful debut poetry collection, overflowing with grief.
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Don’t Miss These Books Before Summer Ends
If you’re still looking for something to grip you this summer, then these are the books you need to get your hands on. The books that will pull you through those last few weeks of good weather and busy everything.
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Best Literary Fictions of 2025
Literary fiction is one of my favourite genres and I’ve really enjoyed looking back over what I’ve been enjoying this year to share with you. My favourite literary fictions always hit me hard and make me feel everything and I love them for it.
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Review: Sisters in the Wind by Angeline Boulley
Fleeing from your past will always catch up with you, but never in the way Lucy expected. Boulley’s best work to date and a brilliant return to Sugar Island.
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Review: Homegoing – Yaa Gyasi
A story of racism and colonialism that passes through generations, quite literally. An exquisite piece of writing that everyone needs to read.
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August Book New Releases
I know it can feel overwhelming scrolling through social media or browsing through bookshops with so much choice. Summer is well and truly here and if you’re looking for something juicy to get stuck into then I can help with that.
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Disability Pride Month Recommendations
Disability Pride Month is celebrated throughout July and as ever, it’s important to highlight and celebrate these voices. The landscape is grim right now and we can start by educating ourselves and understanding more, using that knowledge and energy in our allyship.
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Review: Conversations on Love – Natasha Lunn
A collection of conversations on love with both experts in the fields and authors, covering everything that comes under the umbrella of love. There’s some really beautiful parts of this book and while not everything will resonate with everyone, you’ll find that you need to hear.
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Queer Graphic Novels
Graphic novels are rising in popularity and I’m absolutely here for it. The books are pieces of art and I always spend so much time lost in the artwork.
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Favourite Audiobooks
This year I’ve made it my mission to use audiobooks more when I’m on the move. I love the versatility they can bring and make long journeys feel much shorter.
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Review: Good Intentions – Kasim Ali
A novel centred around endearing characters with good intentions but none of the follow through. A brilliantly written piece with important coverage on mental health, well worth a read.
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