New Books

The new novel from the Booker-shortlisted, internationally bestselling author of The Island of Missing Trees and 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World*****There Are Rivers in the Sky is a rich, sweeping novel set between the 19th century and modern times, about love...

Moby-Dick reimagined from the perspective of a cross-dressed female sailor'Brilliantly written... ambitious, brave, strange' Philip Hoare'One of the most valuable writers in the world' Deborah Levy1843. Ishmaelle is born in a small village on the stormy Kent coast where she grows up swimming with...

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of The Jungle BookPuffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this very special 130th anniversary edition of The Jungle Book. Young Mowgli escapes the vicious...

And we're going to live here, happily ever after, just like a fairy tale.'When Dad tells Luna and her little sister Aurora that they're moving to live in a real tower, it's almost like they've stepped inside a fairytale. But everything is not as...

The moving story of the extraordinary friendship between a boy and his fox and their epic journey to be reunited. Beautifully illustrated by multi-award winner, Jon Klassen. Now available in Paperback! Pax was only a kit when his family was killed and he was...

Can you go a little faster? Can you run?Long ago, at a time in history that never happened, England was overrun with wolves. But as Bonnie and her cousin Sylvia discover, real danger often lies closer to home. Their new governess, Miss Slighcarp, doesn't...

An achingly beautiful, timeless picture book by bestselling author Jonathan Freedland and illustrated by Emily Sutton, inspired by a story from Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz, author of The PassengerIt's King Winter's birthday, and he wants his party to be really special. He asks all of...

Alice Melvin's award-winning Mouse is back for another mindful adventure in nature. Join Mouse on his summer holiday by the seaside. Each day brings new excitement, from sandcastles on the beach to ice creams on the promenade, sunbathing on the sand dunes to looking...

Rat's friend Jackdaw is worried - Rat hasn't been herself lately. It seems like she is somewhere else ... somewhere sad. Rat wishes she could tell Jackdaw what's been troubling her, but she doesn't have the words. So, instead, she runs out by herself...

'A deeply moving and extraordinary picturebook that would have a worthy place in any family home or classroom in the country' INIS Magazine______I don't remember the last time I saw you but I know what it felt like to hold your hand.Told from the...

A touching celebration of nature by debut author Anne Twist, illustrated by world-renowned children's book artist Emily Sutton. Betty loves visiting Grandma and playing in her beautiful garden, Acorn Hollows. But when a mysterious creature starts destroying the Hollows, Betty must come up with...

Delve into a fresh compilation of Mary Shelley's writings, penned during her brief yet pivotal sojourn in the literary haven of Bath. This captivating collection, curated by Eleanor Macnair, unveils the profound impact of the city on Shelley's creative genius. Uncover the hidden gems...

Spring, in all its phases, possesses a vitality that draws us into the natural world. 'Spring Unfurled' marks the commencement of an exquisite seasonal quartet by the esteemed printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding. Harding muses, "The changing seasons have always been a wellspring of...

In a far-flung future, humanity teeters on the brink of extinction, scattered across the globe in small tribal enclaves under the watchful gaze of the enigmatic Mothers. Some youngsters are manufactured in laboratories, their genetic makeup a curious blend of rabbit and dolphin DNA,...

Gareth Armstrong, the world's preeminent authority on the subject, presents the definitive account of the Romanov dynasty's downfall in this masterful work. Hailed as 'certain to become the definitive work' by Douglas Smith and praised for its 'elegant writing and magisterial research' by Robert...

Shortlisted for the 2023 Stanford Travel Book of the Year and lauded by the Financial Times, Erika Fatland's "High" is a captivating odyssey through the Himalayan realm. This masterful travelogue, praised for its enchanting prose and insightful observations, offers a fresh perspective on one...

Behold, a magnificent Penguin clothbound edition of Homer's monumental epic, masterfully rendered in E. V. Rieu's timeless translation. The Iliad stands as the pinnacle of Greek literary achievement—an unparalleled epic poem that serves as the cornerstone of Western culture. This gripping tale unfolds during...

Behold, a literary treasure from Penguin's exquisite Clothbound Classics collection! These sumptuous tomes, adorned with Coralie Bickford-Smith's award-winning designs, boast vibrant cloth bindings embellished with gleaming foil accents. A true feast for bibliophiles and collectors alike! Geoffrey Chaucer's magnum opus, The Canterbury Tales, stands...

Behold, a literary gem from Penguin's exquisite Clothbound Classics collection, adorned with the ingenious designs of the esteemed Coralie Bickford-Smith. These sumptuous editions, bound in luxurious, vibrant cloth with gleaming foil embellishments, are a bibliophile's dream. In this scandalous tale, we find Lady Constance...

Uncover the hidden force shaping our world in this explosive #1 Sunday Times bestseller. George Monbiot's 'The Invisible Doctrine' exposes the secret history of neoliberalism and its pervasive influence on every facet of our lives. This ideology, often nameless and seemingly inescapable, has infiltrated...

Embark on a captivating journey through the world of innovative horticulture with Rekha Mistry's 'The Accidental Seed Heroes'. This enlightening tome delves into the realm of culinary pioneers, agricultural mavericks, and botanical visionaries who are revolutionising our approach to food cultivation. From the sun-drenched...

'This astonishing book describes a cruel, feral existence and is worthy of standing on the shelf next to George Orwell's Down And Out In Paris And London (1933) as another classic about human exploitation.' - Daily Mail 'Chisholm's story is immersive and often thrilling...

In this timely and comprehensive exploration, Kathryn Hurlock delves into the fascinating world of pilgrimage, unveiling its profound impact on history, religion, and society. 'Holy Places: How Pilgrimage Changed the World' offers a captivating journey through nineteen sacred sites, from the hallowed grounds of...

Step into a mesmerising realm of dragons, giants, heroes and monsters, right on your doorstep. "Enchanting, breathtaking and beautiful... If you need me, I'll be in Storyland," raves Ben Miller about this captivating journey through Britain's mythical past. Whilst tales of Thor, Medusa and...

Olivia Laing's 'The Garden Against Time', a Sunday Times No.1 bestseller, is a captivating and ambitious exploration of gardens and their timeless allure. As Laing embarks on the restoration of a walled garden in Suffolk, she unearths a fascinating journey through the concept of...

Penned by the esteemed Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho, the fifth instalment in the beloved Luna Loves... series delves into the enchanting world of horticulture. Our intrepid young protagonist, Luna, finds herself utterly captivated by the local community garden, a veritable cornucopia of squashes, runner...

In this exquisitely illustrated, compact hardback, acclaimed nature writer John Lewis-Stempel unravels the enigma of the cuckoo. With his trademark eloquence, he explores the bird's fascinating behaviour and its enduring place in our cultural consciousness, from folklore and mythology to literature and music. The...

Robert Frost once declared, "In one book ... he surpasses everything we have had in America". This exquisite gilded pocket edition showcases the remarkable memoir of Henry David Thoreau, a man who abandoned the trappings of society to embrace a life of quiet contemplation...

Delve into a fresh compilation of Mary Shelley's writings, penned during her brief yet pivotal sojourn in the literary haven of Bath. This captivating collection, curated by Eleanor Macnair, unveils the profound impact of the city on Shelley's creative genius. Uncover the hidden gems...

Embark on a captivating journey through the English countryside with Colin Heber-Percy, a former BBC screenwriter turned Church of England priest. In 'Lost in the Forest', Heber-Percy invites readers to embrace the art of getting lost, challenging the conventional wisdom of always needing to...

In this captivating travelogue, lauded writer Oliver Smith embarks on a transformative odyssey across Britain's sacred landscapes, challenging our conventional understanding of pilgrimage. From the whispers of Ice Age ritual journeys to the contemporary spiritual quests of the 21st century, Smith weaves a tapestry...

Embark on a captivating journey through time with this unparalleled photographic compendium of the world's most historically significant trees. From ancient giants that have weathered millennia to saplings that have sprouted from the ashes of tragedy, each tree in this collection has a remarkable...

Prepare to be captivated by a royal tale that has remained hidden in plain sight for four centuries. Gareth Russell's "Queen James" unveils the extraordinary life of James Stuart, King of England, Scotland, and Ireland, with unparalleled verve and meticulous attention to detail. This...

Embark on a thrilling, millennia-spanning odyssey chronicling humanity's fascination with the North Pole, as recounted by Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge, who journeyed there in 1990. This captivating narrative has been hailed as 'extraordinary' by Anne Applebaum and 'the book of a lifetime' by Elif...

In her latest exploration of 19th-century life, Judith Flanders leaves no stone unturned in her examination of Victorian death customs. The Sunday Times notes her comprehensive approach, whilst The Telegraph praises her sharp intellect and meticulous scholarly attention to detail. Rites of Passage offers...

Acclaimed author Philippa Gregory's bestselling women's history has been expertly adapted for young readers, offering a fresh perspective on the extraordinary lives of ordinary women throughout English history. This eye-opening work challenges the notion that women's historical significance is limited to the Victorian and...

Hailed as a Sunday Times bestseller, this visionary work by Caroline Lucas delves into the heart of Englishness, challenging the notion that it belongs solely to Brexit supporters and imperial nostalgists. With deft prose and poetic flair, Lucas uncovers an alternative England—one that's progressive,...

Embark on a spellbinding odyssey through the annals of literary commerce with Shelf Life, a meticulously researched chronicle of bookselling and publishing spanning two millennia. This riveting account unveils the tenacity and ingenuity of pivotal figures who have moulded the world of letters, from...

Hailed as a Financial Times Book of the Year and an Amazon Best Book of 2024 thus far, this tome has garnered acclaim, including a National Book Award for Nonfiction longlisting and the FT Business Book of the Year Award. Whilst oil and gas...

Spring, in all its phases, possesses a vitality that draws us into the natural world. 'Spring Unfurled' marks the commencement of an exquisite seasonal quartet by the esteemed printmaker and illustrator Angela Harding. Harding muses, "The changing seasons have always been a wellspring of...

Discover the hidden narrative of rural Britain through its artefacts in this Waterstones Best Book of 2024 for Nature Writing. Charles Spencer, author of The White Ship, hails it as "a really lovely, fascinating book" and "a clever, joyous celebration of nature, history, and...

From the acclaimed author of 'Black Narcissus' and 'The River' comes a captivating tale that has stood the test of time. Rumer Godden's 'The Dark Horse' continues to enthral readers with its mesmerising narrative and unforgettable characters. Set against the backdrop of 1930s Calcutta,...

From the pen of the acclaimed author of 'Black Narcissus' and 'The River' comes a captivating tale that has enthralled readers for generations. Rumer Godden, hailed by Philip Hensher as 'one of our best and most captivating novelists', presents a story of transformation, redemption,...

Lauded by Lauren Groff and celebrated for their enduring allure, Rumer Godden's novels continue to captivate readers a century after her birth. In 'In This House of Brede', Godden's masterful craftsmanship shines through as she weaves a tale of transformation and spiritual awakening. Philippa...

In Rumer Godden's mesmerising classic, 'Black Narcissus', the boundaries between devotion and madness blur amidst the breathtaking Himalayan peaks. A once-vibrant palace, formerly home to a General's harem, now stands abandoned and eerie atop a mountain. Sister Clodagh and her fellow nuns arrive, determined...

Embark on a captivating journey to the fringes of ancient civilisations, where the boundaries between the 'civilised' and the 'barbaric' blur into obscurity. Dr Owen Rees challenges the traditional Greco-Roman perspective of the ancient world, inviting readers to explore the vibrant cultures that thrived...

In 'Under a Metal Sky', Philip Marsden embarks on a captivating exploration of how mineral discoveries have shaped human civilisation. From the artistic expressions sparked by ochre to the technological leaps driven by tin and copper, Marsden unveils the profound impact of these earthly...