The Runaway By Hollie Overton
You can tell the writer put her heart and soul into this book. It is an outstanding thriller. It leaves you holding your breathe until the very last page.
Poetry. A Very Short Introduction By Bernard O’Donoghue.
Perfect for writers and poetry fans. Entertaining and educational: it gives a perfect overview of poetry. Bernard O’Donoghue also ask what poetry is and what is is for. Riveting.
Give Birth Like a Feminist By Milli Hill.
This book is perfect for any expecting parent. It is even a good read for those who are not. Give Birth Like a Feminist is an important read from a pioneer in pregnancy and birth. Milli Hill founded The Positive Birth Movement and her work in the field has progressed women’s right by years. She also allowed me to publish one of her birth stories in my book, Women on Childbirth. She is the best kind of woman: a woman who support other women and fights for them too. A must buy.
With Child By Andy Martin
Andy Martin spent a year with Lee Child. With Child is the diary of these adventures. I found this fascinating as a writer myself. Perfect for fans of Lee Child and Jack Reacher. A great book.
Designing Babies By Robert L. Klitzman, MD.
This book is absolutely fascinating. In-depth research mixed with personal stories creates a perfect book on the subject of designing babies. Fertility, infertility, genetics…. This book covers the medical science of making babies. it does so with a human heart. What is right and what is wrong? Robert Klitzman is a brilliant and eloquent writer.
The Children’s Forest.
The Children’s Forest is the perfect book for children and parents. This book has a lot of fun activities to get your child in touch with nature. This book is a celebration of nature and, in my opinion, is essential for children to get them outdoors and learning more about nature. For ages 3-12, it has games, songs, recipes and animal, tree and plant lore. This excellent book offers hours of fun for children and parents.
What Snowflakes Get Right By Ulrich Baer.
This brilliant book is thought-provoking and brilliantly written. Snowflakes get a bad wrap but this in-depth and passionate analysis should be read by everyone. Great stuff.
The Writer’s Creative Workbook By Joy Kenward. Illustrated By Ruth Allen.
This is a brilliant book for the writer in your life. Even the most advanced writers will find this helps get things flowing again.
One More Lie by Amy Lloyd.
This is a stunning thriller. Full of suspense and atmosphere: you will not want to put it down. It also has a quote from Frost Magazine writer Annie Clarke who is a fan.
I’ll Be Home For Christmas By Abbey Clancy.
I do not know how she manages it: as well as being gorgeous, working as a model and TV Presenter and raising four children Abbey Clancy has written this amazing book. I loved it from the first page. The characters are so vivid and the story is a glam, glitzy read that entertains right to the end. I LOVE this book.
A Mrs Miracle Christmas By Debbie Macomber.
This is the perfect Christmas book. It is a warm book that is a perfect example of romantic fiction. Perfect for an evening snuggling with some hot cocoa.
Rebel Dogs By Kimberlie Hamilton.
This book is perfect for dog lovers. Fun and well-written, it makes you happy.
Heroes On The Home Front By Annie Clarke.
The second in the series by this stunning writer. Yes, she does write for Frost, but she is a master at her craft. her novels are researched within an inch of their lives and have real heart and soul. Just perfect.
A Quaint and Curious Volume. Introduction By Sarah Perry.
An interesting and original volume. Perfect for fans of the gothic. You can read all the way through or dip in and out. A really great book.
The Oceans Between Us By Gill Thompson.
This is a truly beautiful story of triumph, loss and a mother’s love. It will touch your heart and soul. Wonderful.
Nightingale Wedding Bells By Donna Douglas.
The eleventh book in the series. Another heart-warming story that is perfect for Christmas.
Simon’s Cat It’s a Dog’s Life By Simon Tofield.
Hard to believe it is the 10th anniversary. The much-loved cat is back in this hilarious book. Love it.
Something To Tell You By David Edwards.
This is a great, if terrifying, book. Perfect for fans of science-fiction, fantasy or thrillers. A perfect combination of fiction and out-there science. A clever book and a great read.
Raw Spirit By Iain Banks.
Perfect for fans of a wee dram. Banks explores the rich history of Scottish Whisky. It has a new introduction from Ian Rankin.
This top secret book arrived. What was it? Oh just the new Alex Cross book, Criss Cross By James Patterson. It is brilliant, of course. But then it always is. Out on the 14th November.
And now for some shameless self-promotion. I have books on acting, blogging, poetry, childbirth and wedding planning. They are all great for Christmas presents obviously. Nudge nudge, wink wink.
What books would you recommend?