
Stratford Literary Festival
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UNITED KINGDOM

With Paul Conroy
Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with "Teacher Hacks," an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book,…
Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with "Teacher Hacks," an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book,…
Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with "Teacher Hacks," an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book,…
Ready to Teach: The Merchant of Venice brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies needed to teach Shakespeare's play for GCSE, as…
The Ready to Teach series returns with Ready to Teach: The Great Gatsby. This book brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies…
Are you struggling to revise for A Christmas Carol? Are you finding it difficult to remember all the characters, alongside the plot, themes and key…
Written and evaluated by experienced educators, this third edition of the popular series brings an entirely fresh approach, updating the design and illustrations and matching…
researchED is an educator-led organisation with the goal of bridging the gap between research and practice. This accessible and punchy series, overseen by founder Tom…
researchED is an educator-led organisation with the goal of bridging the gap between research and practice. This accessible and punchy series, overseen by founder Tom…
Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with "Teacher Hacks," an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book,…
Ready to Teach: Romeo and Juliet brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies needed to teach Shakespeare's famous play for GCSE, as…
For the September 2026, Version 1.0 specification Unlock your full potential with this revision guide that will guide you through the knowledge and skills you…
Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with Teacher Hacks, an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book,…
The renowned IB Diploma series, combining compelling narratives and academic rigor, has been revised and updated to align with the latest DP History course from…
Participants will consider how classroom relationships, language and feedback shape learners' beliefs about their own capabilities. The course explores how independence develops gradually through modelling,…
A propulsive, electrifying novel about a hitman who is forced to take an impossible job, by the rising literary sensation and comedian Sam Tallent, author…
Teachers run rooms, and leaders run schools. But schools are much more than just rooms in a row, and running them is a complex business.…
The renowned IB Diploma series, combining compelling narratives and academic rigor, has been revised and updated to align with the latest DP History course from…
The Twelve Songs Of Christmas will tell the whole story by covering a dozen Christmas number ones, stretching from Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer in 1950…
'In Black Music, Baraka wrote with ecstasy - highly informed and intricate - about ecstatically complex music' NEW YORKER LeRoi Jones, later known as Amiri…
Challenge your brain-not your eyes with large-print crosswords for adults! Large word type, generously sized grids, easy-to-see numbers in the boxes, and 125 crosswords in…
The only thing Piggie likes more than making slop is . . . SHARING her favorite family slop recipes with her best friend Elephant Gerald…
There is a need to tell a better story about Britain because bad stories are being told. These are 'bad' in the sense both of…
Think you've got what it takes to get to the root of the crime, weed out the suspect and unearth the truth? In Murder at…
From New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas - a sweeping, richly layered Victorian novel about a trailblazing female economist who's determined to build Britain's…
New in the in the official and bestselling 'Extraordinary Things' series, this is the ultimate sourcebook for collage artists and crafters. Bringing together over 1,000…
Star of Channel 4's THE GREAT POTTERY THROWDOWN and OUR WELSH CHAPEL DREAM's passionate, accessible, entertaining and very personal exploration of what pottery has given…
Why does a university student choose to do part-time work at a bakery? Because of a love of bread? Because of the convenience of the…
What can death teach us about life? International acclaim 'A remarkable late-life achievement' Aachener Zeitung 'Masterful' Süddeutsche Zeitung 'A profound discussion on life and death'…
A man and a woman, who have only known each other for a few hours and must soon part, sit in an airport café and…
From Sunday Times bestselling author Kitty Neale, a brand-new Christmas saga. Pre-order now! London, 1911. Joy Squirrel's dream has finally come true: she is pregnant…
The stars are waiting for you. We hope you will come find us there. Told in alternating timelines, As You Wake, Break the Shell is…
With the war still raging, can the East End Girls help bring comfort and joy to their friends and neighbours this Christmas? East London, 1942:…
Once shoes for the athletic track, Puma is now well loved the world over, while never losing sights on high-octane performance. Discover the story of…
At last in one volume: the collected Slough House spy novellas, perfect for fans of the #1 bestselling Slough House series. Espionage. Blackmail. Revenge. Cunning.…
Discover the legendary story of Levi's, founded over 150 years ago in California, where a patent for copper rivets transformed workwear and introduced the world's…
Add knitting to your dopamine menu with these 30 simple, vibrant beginner-friendly projects to add a pop of colour to your outfit and home. Knitting…
From Kenzo to Rei Kawakubo, via Yohji Yamamoto and Issey Miyake, Japan's most celebrated designers have had a profound influence on global fashion. But beyond…
Terrible Tudors they might be, but this era of history was known for its flamboyant costumes, feathered caps and jewel-encrusted cod pieces. The gentlemen of…
Discover each of the 24 races on the F1 circuit from the driver's perspective in this short, fresh, punchy guide, breaking down each and every…
"Please . . . draw me a sheep!" Share the marvellous story of The Little Prince with your baby. It's never too early to be…
I made a friend and now he is unique to me in all the world . . . Introduce young readers to one of the…
A beautiful full-colour edition of Blyton's much-loved classic The Enchanted Wood, magically illustrated by renowned Australian artist Fleur Harris. Joe, Beth and Frannie find the…
A beautiful celebration of the joy and magic of reading from bestselling children's author Piers Torday. "Perhaps the greatest gift is reading itself." Join Girl,…
Vida is a ten-year-old girl who cares for woodland creatures that live just outside her home. Join Vida the Vet as she helps the animals…
In an era of constant disruption, innovation is no longer optional-it is essential for survival. In Innovation Ecosystems, organizational transformation expert Ilene Fischer presents a…
In Football Stories: Yamal, young readers can discover the complete journey of Lamine Yamal - from a little baby who had his picture taken with…
In Football Stories: Palmer, young readers discover the complete journey of Cole Palmer from a little kid with big dreams to one of the rising…
The happiest children don't have perfect lives; but they do have calm, consistent and clear parenting. That's why in Finland - ranked the happiest country…
A charming, funny and heartfelt series about a secret school for dog magicians, filled with gorgeous full-colour illustrations: perfect for readers of Isadora Moon, Amelia…
An eccentric mystery adventure as The Cogsworths discover that everything isn't running like clockwork in their seemingly perfect town. . . A surreal escapade for…
We use the word gospel constantly, yet too often its significance stops at our heads and never reaches our hearts. The result is a faith…
A heartwarming tale of love, connection and taking your first steps in the world, from the illustrator of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance. Little…
Roland Mouret's influence on the fashion world - from The Dress, to the fashion front-lines of Paris, London and New York, to mentoring Victoria Beckham…
PRE-ORDER NOW! The highly anticipated new and final instalment in Linda Calvey's gripping gangland series. What will become of the three sisters of the Wills…
Archie Gibson's initiation into desert warfare almost proved to be his last. Barrelling through the sand dunes at the wheel of his truck, Gibson spied…
Step into the magical world of Hedgewitch, where the land of Faerie lies just beyond our own . . . The final book in the…
When Lydia Marmalade promises to help a mischievous sprite, can she find out the true meaning of friendship? A brand-new, hilarious Christmas adventure from comedian…
Jalissa and her dad aren't close, but when he invites her to Jamaica, his homeland, for the first time, she says yes. She's running from…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
As one of the great writers of speculative fiction of the twentieth century, Harlan Ellison shaped the science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. This inventive…
Everything you need for a colorful game night in one box! Play in style with charades, mini dominoes, a memory game, pick‑up sticks, poker dice,…
Unlock the healing power of your own voice. Since ancient times, sound has been used as a sacred tool for connection and creation. Today, science…
'The Brachiosaurus called Dinosaur Plod walked ever-so carefully wherever she trod.' Meet Dinosaur Plod, the slow Brachiosaurus, in this delightful rhyming story, part of the…
For many LGBTQ+ adults in midlife, the legacy of stigma, silence, and survival still lives in our bodies. We grew up during the AIDS crisis.…
A practical toolbox for flourishing with ADHD at work - packed with real-world strategies, expert insights, and everyday tools to help you build a career that fits your brain, your strengths,…
Fully updated and expanded edition of Maxine Aston's bestselling guide to having a happy neurodiverse relationship. Is your other half autistic or do you suspect…
The cloud is an ethereal world of convenience and freedom. A place where memories and messages live nowhere and everywhere. But on the ground, sprawling…
A new Christmas book from New York Times bestselling author, Meghan Quinn.
From USA Today bestselling author Peyton Corinne comes a second-chance hockey romance between the team's antihero and the new assistant coach's daughter filled with Peyton's…
SHE MUST EMBRACE THE DARK. BEFORE THE DARK COMES FOR HER. After the war, ex-healer Mira Winters swore she'd never touch magic again. And yet,…
Bring joy into your life and your wardrobe with this essential guide to wearing colour. Katie Kortman is here to tell you everything you need…
The new mystery in Louise Penny's number one New York Times-bestselling Three Pines crime series featuring Chief Inspector Armand Gamache.
An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners of Ukrainian. "Olly's top-notch language-learning insights are right in line…
Sink into the cozy magic of fall with this enchanting Halloween coloring book, where a gentle witch and her adorable furry companions bring each page…
Unwind with this irresistibly cozy coloring book, where adorable animals bring hobbies, arts, and crafts to life in their own charming workshop. Featuring 40 enchanting…
The third instalment in the spellbinding fantasy romance series set in a world of ruthless fae, forbidden romance, and treacherous bargains. Coming October 2026!
The final novel in the highly acclaimed and beloved Thursday Next series. Will Thursday find her happy ending? Swindon-based Literary Detective Thursday Next is embarking…
Part of Knock Knock’s bestselling Fill-in-the-Love© series, this little book lets kids express their affection and appreciation for a friend, sibling, or relative—and become an…
THE UPLIFTING INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'Everything, upon a closer look, has its own reason for existing.' After more than a decade at a bustling city temple…
'Haunting and beautifully nuanced, Signal to Noise is a magical first novel' The Guardian Mexico City, 1988. Long before iTunes or MP3s, you said "I…
Clodagh at Home is a richly atmospheric book that is both aspirational and deeply practial. It is a visual journey, with recipes and a source…
The astonishing true story of the Royal Navy's most daring operation of the Second World War - the British air raid that inspired the Japanese…
Three girls. Three fates. Three interwoven stories. Spanning a hundred years from the present to the future, three girls on the cusp of life search…
An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of The Wind in the Willows, part of the bestselling Classic Starts series that has sold more than…
Are you suffering from creative block? Struggling to make a difficult life decision? Find out what David Bowie, Grace Jones, Maria Callas and other great…
Bestselling historian Bettany Hughes unearths the stories of a civilisation through seven of its most precious treasures, revealing the people, power and beliefs that shaped…
Shortlisted for the 2025 Queensland Literary Awards, The University of Queensland Non-Fiction Book Award Shortlisted for the 2025 Stella Prize Readings Best Books of 2024,…
Sarah Black is back and-with or without her MI6 handlers-is hungry for revenge. Scarred from her exploits in Tbilisi, she still has unfinished business in…
Taken by Keith's 'assistant', Spanish Tony, these never-seen-before images show the Rolling Stones relaxing in French villas; chilling at Keith's country pile; playing in concerts…
Botanica Fantastica brings to life the astonishing fictional plant creations of some of the world's favourite authors and creators. Featuring over 100 illustrations, specially drawn…
Experience the legendary history of Formula 1 in this definitive illustrated book. Foreword by Ross Brawn. Fully revised and updated, Formula 1: The Official History…
A moving and beautifully illustrated collection of stories surrounding the complexities of navigating dementia, all told through the eyes of a community dementia companion. When…
A Storyteller's Christmas will bring to life festive family favourites featuring works such as A Christmas Carol, The Elves and the Shoemaker, Little House on…
Our chances of living to 100 are better than ever before, but what we can we do to give ourselves the best possible odds of…
Don't miss the next utterly gripping and heartbreaking WWII historical novel from Joanne Kormylo, available to pre-order now. Praise for Joanne Kormylo: "Subtle in her…
Notorious serial killer Joshua Gallagher - dubbed "the Boogeyman" by the media - has vanished from prison. One moment, he was locked inside a maximum-security…
Frankenstein is the name of the maker, but we always think of the monster... And what a monster he is. Frankenstein is a splendid creature,…
These 60 recipes of dark deliciousness and sweet temptations are truly irresistible. Try a Starlight Punch or an Amaranth Parfait, a banquet fit for any…
From the author of the acclaimed graphic memoir The Times I Knew I Was Gay comes a brilliantly chilling and original collection of interconnected graphic…
Enhance your gifting game with this colorful set of twelve high-quality wrapping papers and matching gift tags! With patterns inspired by Pantone's signature color chips,…
This gorgeous home decor package in an advent calendar format is the perfect way for artists, designers, and color enthusiasts to get into the holiday…
'One of the most extraordinary works of literature I have ever read' Tom Holland (via The Rest is History) 'There are no heroes in the…
An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of Dracula, part of the bestselling Classic Starts series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Bram…
From Jacob Tierney, the creator of Heated Rivalry, in partnership with Brendan Brady and Accent Aigu, comes I'll Believe in Anything, an official and complete…
THE BRAND-NEW HEART-WARMING CHRISTMAS NOVEL FROM THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! This Christmas, one magical date could change everything... Clare Madison has always kept…
'An absolute masterpiece of a book: ingenious, touching, sharp-edged. North is one of the imaginative greats' Adrian Tchaikovsky, author of Children of Time From the…
Bestselling author and renowned psychologist Kelly McGonigal offers a ground-breaking look at joy and how we can embrace it In this paradigm-shifting book psychologist Kelly…
The Thrice-Bound Fool is the epic, rollicking next chapter in the bestselling and "awesome as hell" (Nicholas Eames) fantasy adventure series that began with The…
READERS LOVE THE 'SANDCASTLE COTTAGE' BOOKS! 'A delight. Warm, funny and full of love!' KATIE FFORDE 'Lovely, sunshiney . . . A treat!' 'I loved…
The perfect Christmas gift and stocking filler for young adventurers. Will Timmy the dog save the day when all the Christmas presents are stolen from…
Paul 'Piglet' Middleton is the star of Channel 4's Steam Train Dairies and his first book is a collection of heartwarming stories from his incredible…
The Miss Marple Fan Club meets every Tuesday night, inspired by Miss Marple's first appearance in The Tuesday Night Club, to discuss their favourite crimes…
Piece together Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel Follow in the footsteps of the March sisters with this detailed jigsaw puzzle. Spot Meg, Jo, Beth and…
When in Menopause is a bold, brilliant, and much needed guide that blends science, storytelling, and powerful advocacy. -Dr. Mary Claire Haver, #1 New York…
Are you physically and emotionally exhausted at the thought of going through one more day of parenting? An incredible two-thirds of working parents report burnout.…
Beneath the oceans, a war is quietly unfolding - a battle over the pipelines and digital cables that carry the oil, gas and data modern…
How do we develop our identity when growing among so many worlds? There is no single answer, just like there is no single, cookie-cutter, cross-cultural…
A collection of 12 stunning wrapping paper sheets and matching sticker tags from beloved home goods designer and New York Times bestselling author John Derian.…
Lemur Stays Safe offers a gentle introduction to the concept of keeping yourself safe and being careful for young children. This funny, charming story is…
Sloth Gets Active offers a gentle introduction to the importance of getting enough exercise for young children. In this humorous story, Sloth is very reluctant…
Five Second Science: Chemistry transforms complex concepts into easily digestible facts. Each page delivers a single incredible science fact - from what's in the air…
Five Second Science: Physics transforms complex concepts into easily digestible facts. Each page delivers a single incredible science fact - from how some animals use…
Discover the Vikings with this first introduction. Need to Know introduce key topics for children aged 6 plus, featuring fun facts, fantastic photographs and diagrams.…