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A collection of book reviews, literary travel journeys and best books set in posts

Literary journeys – Look here for books set in a whole range of locations and settings grouped together

BookTrail of the Month – the best book(trail) an author has taken us on

Literary Packages – what are the best books with a strong sense of setting or location for each month?

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Verity – Book V Film

  • Submitted: 6th October 2026

Verity - book and film Always exciting when a book comes to life. I read the book recently. Haven't seen the film yet as the ending is very different (why!)…

Map Monday – The Barman of the Ritz

  • Submitted: 5th October 2026

Barman of the Ritz Where are we going? The iconic Ritz hotel and there is quite a story behind the bar there.... Map of The Barman at the Ritz Map…

Books set in the World of Sport

  • Submitted: 2nd October 2026

Books set in the World of Sport Even if you hate sport in real life, these will give you enough mental and visual exercise for the twists and turns of…

International Translation Day

  • Submitted: 30th September 2026

International Translation Day International Translation Day is celebrated every year on 30 September. It is one day set asideĀ  in order to celebrate language professionals, translators, and interpreters who ,…

Autumn Musings

  • Submitted: 28th September 2026

Autumn Musings A favourite time of year for many and why? It's cosy reading season and there are so many reasons why the cosiness heightens the reading experience You can…

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