We're delighted to welcome Caleb Klaces to the bookshop to celebrate the publication of his novel, Mr Outside. Caleb will be joined in conversation by Martin MacInnes and Oli Hazzard. 6.30pm on Thursd...

According to linguist David Crystal, once a person has learned to read, it is almost impossible to process the graphic marks that make up a letter as anything but a letter. At some point, we stop l…

A highly original book from the author of Goblinhood explores the art and work of translating fiction

Awarding 14 titles from 10 publishers, 13 languages and 11 regions.

The recently published 'Fair - The Life-Art of Translation' is a bonkers rollercoaster of a read which sheds a light on the secrets of literary translation, its wonders and woes

A biennial prize for a distinctive first book of poetry in English published in Britain or Ireland.

A highly original book from the author of Goblinhood explores the art and work of translating fiction

The 2025 Queen Mary Wasafiri New Writing Prize, the sixteenth edition of the prestigious prize, is open from 30 January to 30 June.

Peek inside this book and discover another great read.

The Eritrean-Ethiopian writer discusses loneliness as a young refugee in London and the writing centre he helped found for those who experienced similar

The Eritrean-Ethiopian writer discusses loneliness as a young refugee in London and the writing centre he helped found for those who experienced similar

Join us during Indie Bookshop Week for a discussion with Jen Calleja to discuss her new work Fair : The Life art of Translation.  Fair is a satirical, refreshing and brilliantly playful book about lea...

Mab Jones' latest column features London’s Imogen Cassels, Cambridge’s Alison Binney, south Wales' Dai Smith and a river-themed anthology.