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A collage image featuring the Juneteenth flag prominently in the centre, surrounded by book covers related to African American history and emancipation. The book titles include "The Black History of the White House" by Clarence Lusane, "The Story of the Last 'Black Cargo'" edited by Deborah G. Plant, "The Warmth of Other Suns" by Isabel Wilkerson, "On Juneteenth" by Annette Gordon-Reed, "Four Hundred Souls" edited by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain, "The 1619 Project" by Nikole Hannah-Jones, and "Life and Times of Frederick Douglass" by Frederick Douglass. The Juneteenth flag features a bursting star in the middle, symbolising a new freedom and a new people. Juneteenth books: 8 powerful reads on emancipation

Juneteenth books: 8 powerful reads on emancipation

June 19, 2024 No Comments

Refugee Week books 15 reads that show migrant experience. This image is a collage featuring a variety of book covers related to refugee experiences. The books displayed include titles like "No Friend But the Mountains," "All Else Failed," "Asylum Speakers," "Conversations from Calais," "Dispatches from the Diaspora," "Hope Not Fear," "Map of Hope and Sorrow," "Refugee Heritage," "This Hostel Life," "The Lightless Sky," "The 57 Bus," "The Ungrateful Refugee," "Voices from the Jungle," and "Who Gets Believed?" The arrangement showcases each book distinctly, highlighting their diverse themes and contributions to understanding the refugee experience.

Refugee Week books: 15 reads that show migrant experience

June 18, 2024 No Comments

The image showcases a vibrant display of seven books arranged over a background featuring the colors of the LGBTQ pride flag. Each book cover is unique, offering a glimpse into diverse themes and narratives. Titles include "Greta," "Based Gabriel," "Jack and Eve," "Revolutionary Acts," "strange music draws me in griffin," "these letters end in tears," and "Indian Winter." These books appear to be selected to honor the LGBTQ community, with each positioned distinctly against the colorful, waving stripes, highlighting the celebration of diversity and love. A white heart outlined against the central part of the flag further accentuates the theme of love and unity. Pride 2024 books 7 reads that honour LGBTQ community.

Pride 2024 books: 7 reads that honour LGBTQ community

June 3, 2024 No Comments

The image is a tribute to John Burnside, featuring a collage of his notable book covers such as "Black Cat Bone" and "A Summer of Drowning," alongside a portrait of him. Quotations from his works and other elements related to his writing, such as manuscript pages and a spool of thread, are artistically arranged around his image. A quote emphasizing the importance of language is prominently displayed, reflecting his deep engagement with words and grammar. John Burnside poems and books that celebrate his talent

John Burnside poems and books that celebrate his talent

June 1, 2024 No Comments

Alice Munro: 12 famous works, short stories, and Nobel Prize book

May 15, 2024 No Comments

Paul Auster books 7 works by late visionary writer. This collage showcases a tribute to the late author Paul Auster, featuring his portraits and book covers, including "Bloodbath Nation" and "The New York Trilogy." A candle icon symbolises remembrance, emphasising his profound literary legacy.

Paul Auster books: 7 works by late visionary writer

May 1, 2024 No Comments

Stress Awareness Month: 6 authors share insights on management

April 27, 2024 No Comments

Horror books boom: 11 creepy works that reflect love of social horror

April 12, 2024 No Comments

John Barth books: 5 postmodernism works from meta novelist

April 4, 2024 No Comments

Maryse Condé: 7 books that define her body of work

April 3, 2024 No Comments

Daniel Kahneman: 5 major books by late Nobel laureate

April 1, 2024 No Comments

The Consciouspreneur by Manoj Gupta: new era of meaningful leadership

April 1, 2024 No Comments

Transgender Day of Visibility: 7 books raising awareness

March 31, 2024 No Comments

Authors offer advice on investing in women this March for IWD

March 31, 2024 No Comments

Underdogs author Chris Bonnello: the importance of neurodivergent representation

March 21, 2024 No Comments