This August, we’re celebrating Women in Translation Month with Tove Jansson’s The Summer Book. First published in English in 1972, this tender Finnish island tale captures the bond between a young girl and her grandmother in a season of quiet adventures, nature, and heartfelt connection.
Celebrate Women in Translation Month with Tove Jansson’s tender classic “The Summer Book” – a quiet, sunlit tale of a young girl and her grandmother on a Finnish island that invites reflection on grief, patience and the art of living well.
This June, we're diving into Madeline Miller's mesmerising reimagining of Greek mythology with "Circe." Published to critical acclaim in 2018, this novel brilliantly transforms the story of a minor character from Homer's Odyssey into an epic tale of self-discovery, power, and resilience.
This May, we're exploring Frances Hodgson Burnett's enchanting classic "The Secret Garden." First published in 1911, this beloved novel weaves a spellbinding tale of transformation, healing, and the profound connection between nature and human spirit, themes that resonate deeply with modern readers.
This April, we're exploring Sylvia Plath's powerful and semi-autobiographical novel "The Bell Jar." Published initially under the pseudonym Victoria Lucas in 1963, this compelling work provides an unflinching look at mental health, gender expectations, and the search for identity in mid-20th century America.
As winter thaws into spring, we're diving into Mary Shelley's groundbreaking masterpiece "Frankenstein," a novel that explores the boundaries between scientific ambition and moral responsibility. Written by a teenage Shelley during the infamous "year without summer" of 1816, this pioneering work of science fiction continues to resonate with readers over two centuries later.
Discover the passionate and profound correspondence between Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West in our February Book Club selection. Journey through their remarkable letters that transformed from literary admiration to an inspiring love story, while exploring the vibrant literary world of 1920s London. Perfect for Valentine's Day reading, this collection showcases how the written word can capture the essence of love in all its forms.
Discover the enchanting origins of "The Beauty and the Beast" in our January Book Club feature. Join us as we explore Gabrielle-Suzanne de Villeneuve's 1740 masterpiece, delving into themes of love, transformation, and the true meaning of beauty. Uncover the rich complexity of this timeless tale that goes far beyond the adaptations we know today.
As the crisp November air settles in and we find ourselves drawn to the warmth of cosy reading nooks, we are thrilled to present our November book club choice: "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant.
