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Adult Author of the Month - Jojo Moyes

Tissues at the ready for some real tear jerkers this month! Jojo Moyes is a bestselling British author known for her contemporary romances which explore themes of love, loss and the power of human connections. Best known for the enchanting ‘The Giver of Stars’, a book about the power of female friendship and the magic of reading.

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Children’s Author of the Month - Sue Hendra

Giggles guaranteed this month from the wonderful imagination of writer and illustrator Sue Hendra, best known for the beloved supermarket hero ‘Supertato’. Many of her books are co-written and illustrated with partner in silliness Phil Linnet. Twenty years of collaboration which have produced a fabulous catalogue of beloved picture book classics. "Potato power!"

LGBT+ History Month

February is LGBT+ History Month, now in its 22nd year. It was founded by the education charity Schools OUT UK with an overall ambition to promote equality and diversity for the benefit of the public.

LGBT+ History Month was set up in recognition that so much of LGBT+ history and experience has been hidden. Its remit is to reclaim the past, celebrate the present and create the future and is a month in which everyone can participate. As such, it provides an opportunity to focus on the rich and diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender literature as well as the history of gay rights and related civil rights movements.

This year we are marking the month with two promotions to help the stated aim of making LGBT+ history and literary heritage more visible:

LGBT+ History – a selection of adult non-fiction titles focusing on the history of the LGBT+ movement from historical accounts to lived experience.

LGBT+ History Month for Children – a selection of titles for children that reflect the diversity of family life.

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YA Focus

It's time to put YA fiction in the spotlight, we're starting with Holly Jackson and her murderously good books!

Green and Thrifty Fortnight

Save money and save the planet!

Stories For Children’s Mental Health Week – This Is My Place

This year, the theme for Children's Mental Health Week is This Is My Place. The aim is to encourage children to explore their sense of belonging - within themselves, their friendships, their school, and their wider community - as each of these plays a vital role in supporting their mental health and wellbeing.

Language Tasters

Learn a new language!

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Year of the Horse - Lunar New Year Fiction

Celebrate Lunar New Year with stories that run wide and deep. This Year of the Horse reading list brings together unforgettable characters, powerful themes, and plenty of heart, ideal for settling in or charging ahead with your next great read.

Celebrating Ramadan Together

A selection of children's titles to celebrate Ramadan.

Smart Living

This selection of books is packed with clever tips for saving money in every aspect of life — from planning affordable meals and reducing food waste to cutting household costs.