Dreams From My Father by Barack Obama
Reviewed by Jamie
Dreams From My Father is one of the most relevant and important autobiographies of our time. This book was written shortly after Barack Obama left law school, some years before the idea of politics even entered the thoughts of 2008' man of the moment. However it is a wonderfully insightful...

Funeral by Arcade Fire
Reviewed by Dan
One of the greatest albums of the last 10 years. This Anthemic masterpiece is Canada's greatest music triumph...

Spot Of Bother by Mark Haddon
Reviewed by Kim
Haddon has created complicated and loveable characters in George and his family. A beautifully written story which made me feel both happy and sad at the same time....

God Delusion by Richard Dawkins
Reviewed by Alison
Very thought provoking. If you don't want to re-examine your belief system, stay away from this. If, on the other hand, you like to read mind exercising books then grab this book! It's well worth the effort....

The Gathering by Anne Enright
Reviewed by Alison
A fascinating insight into the minds of an Irish family - three generations of them. I found this easy to read and quite thought provoking...

Dirty Dancing Special Edition by Patrick Swayze et al
Reviewed by Alex
"Nobody puts baby in the corner". Go on, you know you want to! The special edition of this classic eighties cheese-fest has arrived ....

Best of Friends by Jools Holland
Reviewed by Marcus
Jools Holland picks some of his favourite collaborations with some great artists including George Harrison, Annie Lennox and many others. Perfect for any fan of 'Later with.....'....

Soul on the Street by Bill Roache
Reviewed by Daniel
Everyone's after this one! Bill Roache recounts his journey to spiritual fulfilment through his work and through the teachings of Rudolph Steiner....

In The Night Garden Who's Here by Ragdoll
Reviewed by Igglepiggle
Squeak Squeak, Dinger Ling Ling, Squeak Squeak SQUEAK !!!...

Made Of Bricks by Kate Nash
Reviewed by Jamie
Catchy, Funny and Charming. A Splendid Debut from local girl Kate Nash....

One Red Paperclip by Kyle Macdonald
Reviewed by Alison
'Out of tiny acorns, mighty oaks grow' and so out of ONE RED PAPERCLIP grew a camping stove, a snowmobile, a afternoon with Alice Cooper and so on; Bigger and Better each time great fun, easy to read, hard to put down....

Disgrace by J M Coetzee
Reviewed by Al
Disgrace reads like a dark slow flowing river. Beautifully written; this book is compelling, disturbing and insightful. A diamiond of a novel depicting the flaws and strengths of mankind....

Moab Is My Washpot by Stephen Fry
Reviewed by Jamie
A Charming and funny account of the first 20 years of one of Britains best loved personalities....

To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Reviewed by Al
A small town in the deep south of the 1930s is the backdrop for this novel regarding race and class. An absolute classic about race and equality in America - everyone should have this on their bookcase....

Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
Reviewed by Beccy
A unique interpretation of life through the eyes of the brutally murdered Susie Salmon. Sebold's depiction of heaven and the afterlife is utterly compelling. For those who enjoy an imagination without boundaries....

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne
Reviewed by Jamie
Genuinely a book for readers of all ages. Boyne's tale of friendship in the most extraordinary and awful circumstances is at once moving, insightful and heart rending. The story of Bruno and Shmuel will demonstrate the senselessness of war and prejudice to young readers in an unforgettable fashion. And for...

Engleby by Sebastian Faulks
Reviewed by Jamie
Aside from the new Faulks penned Bond story Devil May Care this thrilling novel is Faulks' biggest swerve from his norm to date. Based around the intruiging central character, Mike Engleby, this critically acclaimed novel combines Faulks' exquisite writing style with an ever-turning plot to great effect. The psychological thriller...

The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Reviewed by Beccy
The Book Thief has become one of the biggest literary hits over the past year and deservedly so. It is not only one of the most affecting WWII novels I have ever read, but also possibly the most original. Zusak's book is narrated by Death and, as such has one...

My Booky Wook by Russell Brand
Reviewed by Paul
Released late 2007 Brand's memoir has been a constant bestseller since the day it hit the shelves. And putting all recent controversy aside, this is a very funny and very well writtin autobiography of one of Britain's most gifted comic talents. Faultlessly honest and self-depreciating throughout, the book is classicly...

The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher by Kate Summerscale
Reviewed by Jamie
Kate Summerscale's new book is a fantastic combination of murder mystery and history. If you happen to be a fan of the likes of Sherlock Holmes, Wilkie Collins or Dickens, then this is a must read. The Suspicions of Mr. Whicher tells the story the infamous Road Hill House murder...