iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

‘There are people who travel because they want to push themselves to physical limits … And then there are people like me, who are just genuinely curious about the world.’ - Michael Palin My favourite Travel Writer of all 🌏🗺️📖 … and he has a new series and book coming out 🙌🇵🇭

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

‘To awaken quite alone in a strange town is one of the most pleasant sensations in the world. You are surrounded by adventure.’ - Freya Stark Travel Writing @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

Travel Writing at Stanfords Covent Garden

020

Reposted by Alison Lear

Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Good morning. We are open. 📖☕️

Keep your mind open. There are books to fill it.

05812

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

If you are looking for your next read, make it this one 🙏 I have just finished 📖 ‘The Vanishing Girl Of Kabul Betrayal, Hope and an Extraordinary Fight for Women’s Rights’ By @zahrajoya.bsky.social with @amiefr.bsky.social Powerful, heartbreaking, moving and courageous. An absolute must-read. 💙📘

041

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A fabulous evening @stanfordstravel.bsky.social listening to Jo Bradshaw talk to the amazing Rosemary Brown about her new book 📖 ‘Moving Mountains Intrepid Women Climbers And The Peaks Named In Their Honour ‘ ‘Women in history shouldn’t be a mystery.’ One to get, and ‘Following Nellie Bly’ 📚📖

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

It’s National Read A Book Day !! 🙌📚 Quite frankly, that’s every single day for me !! 🤗📖 There are some amazing authors , books and bookshops out there. You know what to do! #nationalreadabookday

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As we await #levisonwood much anticipated 13th (yes 13th) book, now’s a great time to catch up on any you haven’t yet read. @stanfordstravel.bsky.social have you covered 🌎🗺️📚🌏📷🐘📖

010

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Happy Publication Day to @timhannigan.bsky.social on the release of his new book 📗 ‘The Pathless Land Finding a Way Across Ireland’ I absolutely love Tim’s writing so cannot wait to read! 📖 Get your copy @stanfordstravel.bsky.social 📚

022

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Important books for your Autumn reading list 📚📖

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

My next 3 reads are ready 📖📖📖 These all look fantastic so really looking forward to getting stuck in. Make sure you check them out too 📚 @zahrajoya.bsky.social @traveltrampuk.bsky.social #JulianSayarer

The Vanishing Girl of Kabul
Along The Borders
The Cycle Diaries

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

A long weekend requires a long book 📖 These will keep you busy!! 📚 Bookshops are open! Treat yourself @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

My next read … 📖 ‘Unwilded Finding Our Way Back To Nature’ By @alastairhumphreys.bsky.social I love nature writing, and I love Alastair’s writing, so very much looking forward to this! 💚🌳

393

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

‘Just the knowledge that a good book is awaiting one at the end of a long day makes that day happier.’ - Kathleen Norris #lovebooks ❤️📚📖

030

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

‘Books are a uniquely portable magic.’ - Stephen King Especially the paperback! 📖

031

Reposted by Alison Lear

Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Good morning. We are open. 📖☕️

Read widely. It makes being wrong more interesting.

356490

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

‘Adventure is worthwhile in itself.’ - Amelia Earhart Books to help you on your way 🌏📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

120

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

This month marks 5 years since the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan. This month marks 5 years of the most severe restrictions on the rights, freedom and dignity of women and girls. Essential reading 🙏📚📖

030

Reposted by Alison Lear

Stanfords Travel @stanfordstravel.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

"I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list."

092

Reposted by Alison Lear

Paul Cheney @halfmanhalfbook.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

As this seemed to go down well in 2025, I thought that I would do a thread of all the books that I read and finish this year again. Book 1: Scoff

2195

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

‘No. I can survive well enough on my own - if given the proper reading material.’ - Sarah J. Maas #lovebooks

071

Reposted by Alison Lear

Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Happy Monday, everyone! Grab a book and settle in! - Michael

A book is ancient and perfect technology - Deborah Willis

220924

Reposted by Alison Lear

Benedict Allen @benedictallen.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Restless at night in the Summer heat? Or just need a little holiday reading? A solution is at hand: "OVERNIGHT: journeys, conservations and stories after dark" - a wonderfully eloquent and tender book about night time that I've discovered, by the brilliant Dan Richards. @canongate.co.uk

2102

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Looking for your next read? 📖 Look no further. @cwexplore.bsky.social ‘s books are all brilliant!! I’ve just finished ‘On Thin Ice’ What a read a powerful read. Make sure you get your copy @stanfordstravel.bsky.social 📚

000

Reposted by Alison Lear

Bert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Brace yourselves for another scorcher today - books make great portable fans, remember! - Michael

There are no firmer friendships than those formed between people who love the same books. - Irving Stone

07813

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

New Book !! 📘📖 Delighted to finally get my hands on a copy of this much anticipated read by @zahrajoya.bsky.social ‘The Vanishing Girl Of Kabul Betrayal, Hope and an Extraordinary Fight for Women’s Rights’ Make sure you get your copy. It’s going to be an important read 🙏💙

051

Reposted by Alison Lear

Benedict Allen @benedictallen.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

"Life finds a way..." (A tree is left to thrive on a stone-tiled roof - in Brač, Croatia, where I now am.)

061

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

‘We read to know we are not alone.’ - C. S. Lewis There is no better companion than a book 💚📗📖

011

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

‘Reading is the gateway skill that that makes all other learning possible.’ - Barack Obama School’s out for summer!! 🙌☀️ Books keep them cool 😎👌 Let’s work together and keep their literacy skills going over the long break 📚📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

030

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

My next read … 📖 ‘On Thin Ice An Explorer’s Memoir Of Siberia, Surveillance And Survival’ By @cwexplore.bsky.social I absolutely love Charlie’s work, and his previous books, so really looking forward to this one. Copies @stanfordstravel.bsky.social where it’s their Book of the Month!! 🙌📘🧊

231

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

‘Our lives change in two ways: through the people we meet and the books we read.’ - Harvey Mackay There are some lovely books out there! 🤗📚📖 In need of inspiration? Head to @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

050

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

So pleased to finally get my hands on @alastairhumphreys.bsky.social new book … 📖 ‘Unwilded Finding Our Way Back To Nature’ I absolutely love Alastair’s work and books so really looking forward to this one! Make sure you head to his website and order yours 🤗 🌱🍃🌿🌳🌿🍃🌱

250

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

A lovely, lovely evening @stanfordstravel.bsky.social listening to @phoebesmith.bsky.social talk to the utterly inspiring @lucyshepherd.bsky.social about her brilliant book … 📗 ‘Into The Wild The Making Of An Explorer’ Make sure you get your copy! Signed ones in store 🖋️📖

050

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

A Very Happy Publication Day to @amyabdelnoor.bsky.social on the release of her new book … 📖 ‘Ever Land’ … and I have just been able to pick up a copy!! It sounds a fascinating one. Thank you to everyone who pointed me in her direction! I’m really looking forward to reading 📙

010

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Thank you so much to @benedictallen.bsky.social for my copies of his new book 📕 ‘Nine Times I Nearly Died Epic Stories Of Survival From A Real-Life Explorer’ It looks absolutely fantastic!! 🙌 Cannot wait to read and share with the children at school! Get your copy📖 @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

Nine Times I Nearly Died
By Benedict Allen

270

Reposted by Alison Lear

Benedict Allen @benedictallen.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Spends too much time on the screen, not enough time exploring? Grab a copy for your child (or Godchild or grandchild) now! Heaps of inspiring stuff for the Summer. (Ages 8-13 but frankly gripping tales and fun for anyone) @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

252

Reposted by Alison Lear

Benedict Allen @benedictallen.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Have you - or your child - ever wondered what to put in a survival kit? Or how to build a shelter in the Amazon? If not, then perhaps how to escape the World's Most Wanted Man?! Here's some perfect summer reading for adventures of ALL ages! @walkerbooksuk.bsky.social

252

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

‘Books are uniquely portable magic.’ - Stephen King The weekend is finally here !! Bookshops are open !! ☀️📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

010

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

It’s hot !! 🔥 Keep cool 💙 Grab a book !! 📖

081

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Sun’s out☀️ Books out 📖 Find some shade 🌳

120

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Happy Summer Solstice ☀️ Happy Father’s Day 💙 Happy Reading!! 📖 Head to @stanfordstravel.bsky.social 📚🤗

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

‘Nature and books belong to the eyes that see them.’ - Ralph Waldo Emerson Don’t forget it’s Father’s Day on Sunday! 💚 Perfect gifts! 🌳📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

030

Reposted by Alison Lear

Stanfords Travel @stanfordstravel.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

What does it really take to become an explorer? Find out how as we join author, TV presenter, and explorer Lucy Shepherd for an unforgettable evening celebrating her debut book, Into the Wild - The Making of an Explorer 📖

161

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

My next two reads … 📖 ‘Farewell To Russia A Journey Through The Former USSR’ By @joelucbarnes.bsky.social ‘On Thin Ice An Explorer’s Memoir Of Siberia, Surveillance And Survival’ By @cwexplore.bsky.social Looking forward to both of these! Copies @stanfordstravel.bsky.social 📚

010

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

It’s Independent Bookshop Week!! 🎉 Make sure you visit your favourite, show your support and buy a book or six !! 🤗📚📚 #indiebookshopweek

051

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

If you’re into it, there’s a book for it 🤗📚 It’s also the weekend !! 🙌 Make sure you check these lovely ones out 📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

051

Reposted by Alison Lear

Women's Prize @womensprize.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

The 2026 Women's Prize for Non-Fiction is awarded to Lyse Doucet for 'The Finest Hotel In Kabul: A People's History of Afghanistan'. Congratulations Lyse!

24418

Reposted by Alison Lear

Women's Prize @womensprize.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans is the 2026 winner of the Women's Prize for Fiction. Congratulations Virginia! @michaeljbooks.bsky.social

16530

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

New Book !! 🤗📖 Really excited to pick up my copy today 🙌 ‘On Thin Ice An Explorer’s Memoir Of Siberia, Surveillance And Survival’ By Charlie Walker Looking forward to reading! Copies @stanfordstravel.bsky.social @duckworthbooks.bsky.social

030

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The World Cup starts tomorrow ⚽️🥅 If that’s not your thing, books are a great escape 🤗📕📖 @stanfordstravel.bsky.social

020

Alison Lear @aslear.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

My next read … 📖 ‘Farewell To Russia’ By @joelucbarnes.bsky.social Have read some great reviews, so looking forward to this one!📕

030