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Ian McEwan is an acclaimed British Novelist, nominated for the Booker Prize a staggering six times, and winning the prestigious award for ‘Amsterdam’. His most recently published book, ‘Lessons’, is a semi-autobiographical story, reflecting on one man’s choices and the historical forces that shaped him.

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Tra la la! Dav Pilkey is an American author and illustrator of super-mega popular and very, very silly Children’s Graphic Novels which kids just can’t get enough of! He is best known for the laugh out loud funny ‘Captain Underpants’ series. Uncontrollable giggles guaranteed!

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Holocaust Memorial Day is on 27th January every year. It is a time to remember the 6 million Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust as well as honouring those who have lost their lives due to genocide around the world.

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Winter can be a challenging time, especially in the grey days after the festivities of December. Use our selection of books to help you through the gloom and find new ways to thrive this winter.

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Snuggle up and enjoy a story from this selection of frosty fiction and winter tales.

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January is the perfect month to curl up with a chilling thriller and our Nordic Noir selection definitely brings the thrilling chills!

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With a new year ahead it's time to think about a new adventure, whether that is local, further afield in the UK, Europe or worldwide this selection of books will offer inspiration and advice.

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Now in its 45th year, take part in RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch. Watch and help monitor and protect our feathered friends for future generations. This collection of bird themed fiction is a perfect start for young bird enthusiasts.

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Are you taking part in the RSPBs Big Garden Birdwatch at the end of the month? Learn more about British and European birds with these books.

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