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Friday – 9th April 2021
Friday Night Book Club: Read an excerpt from Shalom Auslander’s Mother for Dinner – an outrageously tasty comedy
Treat yourself to a glass of wine this evening with this excerpt from Mother for Dinner by Shalom Auslander, the author of Hope: A Tragedy – ‘the funniest novel of the decade’ (Sunday Times).
Wednesday – 7th April 2021
Brand new Jeffrey Archer out now! The gripping and dramatic Hidden in Plain Sight
Hidden in Plain Sight is the second brilliant and captivating novel featuring William Warwick by the master storyteller and bestselling author of the Clifton Chronicles, Jeffrey Archer.
Tuesday – 6th April 2021
‘This is the most important book of the last ten years’ – Damon Galgut’s The Promise eagerly awaited!
Damon Galgut’s forthcoming novel The Promise is already receiving enthusiastic praise from some big international names!
Friday – 2nd April 2021
Footnotes, April 2021: Book links from around the web
At The Reading List, we’re trainspotters when it comes to interesting book links, and here are a number that caught our eye. …
Wednesday – 31st March 2021
Space Hopper by Helen Fisher – the most extraordinary debut of 2021!
For fans of The Time Traveller’s Wife comes an original and heart-warming story about bittersweet memories, how the past shapes the future, and a love so strong it makes you do things that are slightly bonkers.
Tuesday – 30th March 2021
Win a book hamper to celebrate the launch of Namina Forna’s debut novel The Gilded Ones!
The Gilded Ones is the must-read new bold and immersive West African-inspired fantasy series, as featured on Cosmo, Bustle and Book Riot.
Friday – 26th March 2021
Out now! Legacy of War by Wilbur Smith, the action-packed new book in the Courtney Series and the sequel to Courtney’s War
Legacy of War, the new novel by Wilbur Smith and David Churchill, is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers!
There’s only one way out. And no way back … Exit, the new thriller from Belinda Bauer, author of Snap, is out now!
Exit is the page-turning, twisty, and often hilarious new crime novel from bestselling author Belinda Bauer.
Cover reveal! You Are A Champion – an inspiring, positive and practical guide for teens from Marcus Rashford
Pan Macmillan is thrilled to share the cover of You Are A Champion: Unlock Your Potential, Find Your Voice and Be The BEST You Can Be!
Thursday – 25th March 2021
Don’t miss the South African launch of The Four Winds by internationally bestselling author Kristin Hannah (25 Mar)
Join Pan Macmillan and Exclusive Books for the South African virtual launch of The Four Winds, the new novel by multi-million copy bestselling author Kristin Hannah!
Find out more about The Madhouse, the debut novel by TJ Benson – the dazzling story of a Nigerian family
The Madhouse by TJ Benson is now available from bookstores countrywide and online!
Wednesday – 24th March 2021
[Online flash forum] Join Jeff Immelt for a conversation around his new book Hot Seat: Hard-won Lessons in Challenging Times (25 Mar)
Jonathan Ball Publishers and the Gordon Institute of Business Science invite you to a flash forum event with former CEO of General Electric Jeff Immelt.
[Free webinar] Marianne Thamm and award-winning journalist Nadav Eyal discuss the root of revolt and reveal that the current uprisings are no passing phenomenon (25 Mar)
Daily Maverick Associate Editor Marianne Thamm will be in conversation with Nadav Eyal as they explore his view that the collapse of the current world order is not so much about the imbalance between technological advances and social progress as it is about a passion to upend and destroy power structures that have become hollow, corrupt, or simply unresponsive to urgent needs.
Tuesday – 23rd March 2021
Read an excerpt from The Dare – the new electrifying novel of suspense by bestselling author Lesley Kara
As a child, it was just a game. As an adult, it was a living nightmare.
How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace – a step-by-step guide on how to stay productive, feel like part of a team and make the most of remote working
Transform your career or your business with these simple tips and tricks to make virtual working easier than ever before – office no longer required.
Friday – 19th March 2021
Friday Night Book Club: Read an excerpt from The Promise, the life-affirming and beautifully written new book by bestselling author Lucy Diamond
Treat yourself to a glass of wine this evening with this excerpt from Lucy Diamond’s new novel The Promise, an unforgettable story about finding love, hope and joy in even the darkest moments.
‘Readers can expect to be fascinated, horrified, scandalised …’ Read an interview with Matthew Baker on his new book Why Visit America
Jonathan Ball Publishers has shared an interview with Matthew Baker, the author of the collection of short stories Why Visit America.
Tuesday – 16th March 2021
Banish bad habits for good with Dr Gabija Toleikyte’s groundbreaking new book, Why the F*ck Can’t I Change?
Inspiring and enlightening, Why the F*ck Can’t I Change? by Dr Gabija Toleikyte uses neuroscience and behavioural analysis to show you how you can train your brain to make change last.
Friday – 12th March 2021
Friday Night Book Club: A country torn apart by war. Two siblings divided by fate. Read an excerpt from Pippo and Clara by Diana Rosie
Treat yourself to a glass of wine this evening with this excerpt from Diana Rosie’s Pippo and Clara – the story of a family and a country divided.
Commonwealth Writers Conversations: Join Mark Gevisser in conversation with leading LGBTQ+ activists (18 Mar)
How has colonialism impacted LGBTQ+ rights? Join the debate at the next Commonwealth Writers Conversation with Mark Gevisser, Nickita Maesela and Xeenarh Mohammed.