Not so long ago, I was asked by two friends to recommend some books for them to read at different times of the year. This kind of… Read more “Books for the seasons”
Month: July 2016
Young adults, reading for wellbeing
Thankfully, in 2016, there is no longer a need to brush things under the carpet, and we can all openly talk about mental health. I appreciate that… Read more “Young adults, reading for wellbeing”
Book shop love stories
Book shops are places of hope and optimism, mystery and magic, intrigue and intimacy, and if you’re lucky, coffee and a croissant. You may think that’s enough –… Read more “Book shop love stories”
Book Collector’s spotlight: Shakespeare cloth binding
Tales from Shakespeare (Illustrated Rackham), by Charles & Mary Lamb A very clean copy with illustrated cream and blue cloth covered boards of Titania & Bottom , with matching… Read more “Book Collector’s spotlight: Shakespeare cloth binding”