Book Samples

By Metaish Parmar

Thirteen heartbreaking miscarriages led one couple to Ukraine in search of a family through surrogacy. Just as they welcome their long-awaited twin babies, the world turns against them—first with COVID travel bans, then with war. Trapped in Kyiv, their newborns spend their first days hidden in a freezing bunker as their parents fight to bring them home. This gripping and deeply emotional true story is one of love, survival, and the unbreakable bond of family.

By Fatima Briscoe

Born and raised in Jamaica, she moved to England to study and reunite with her mother, but life took a cruel turn. Trapped in an abusive marriage, her husband conspired to have her committed to a mental institution. But in the depths of despair, she found something unexpected—a spiritual awakening that would change not only her life but the lives of many. A story of faith, resilience, and transformation, this book is a testament to the power of the human spirit.

A Memoir By Danny Brown

In his mother’s memoir, Danny Brown depicts a strong Jamaican woman, single-handedly raising five children in southeast London. This very honest account describes Brown’s childhood of disobedience, during which his mother never sways from setting him on the right path.

By Jenny Evans

How does a single mother and teacher, who raised her children alone, go on to travel the world—from the Galápagos to Vietnam—before co-founding a charity school in the Congo? This remarkable true story follows a woman who defied expectations, embracing adventure and purpose alongside her daughter. Years later, her daughter would become the CEO of Octopus Money, yet the school and its foundation continue to thrive, a testament to their shared vision and resilience.

By Gina Thompson

This is a classic picture book for younger children that will have everyone jumping, hopping and skipping along, as they start the first of Gina’s gymnastic journeys. A lively, interactive story of poetry and poses to encourage your children to have fun and get active at home!

Welcome to Hoovering from Dulwich and Brixton to India and Rome, from travelling rats to troubled romance, this is an anthology as diverse as London itself.

We’re back with another incendiary mix of poetry and prose. Read of local council corruption, and worldwide internet intrigue. An alternative take on medicine – and a twist in a lab rat’s tale.

By Dr. Lola Green and Kate Ewing

There isn’t a single pill to be taken to cure or prevent heart disease or stroke. Keep Your Heart Pumping shows how you can combine fitness with all the essential nutrients your body needs to be prevent damaging your heart and arteries.

In an age of endless notifications, infinite scrolling, and digital distraction, a whole generation is at risk of being drowned in information. As smartphones demand our attention, our ability to focus, think deeply, and truly connect is fading. This book is a wake-up call and a guide, encouraging readers to reclaim their concentration, embrace the healing power of meditation, and rediscover the spark of genuine living.

By Thomas Alan Hastings

The story of a young, fatherless pilot who achieved great success both in the military - obtaining an OBE amongst other accolades - and likewise in the diplomatic services and within his family, leaving an inspiring legacy. Thomas Hastings, now ninety three, exemplifies a life well-lived.

By Gry Iverslien Katz

A poignant tale inspired by the poems of Rilke which elegantly interweaves romance and philosophy; the time, the place, and the characters are deftly evoked. An irresistible novella.
– Philippe Garner.

By Kate Rose

‘The Angel and the Apothecary is a rich, dark and wholly compelling story of pain, passion, healing and hope. It powerfully and wittily evokes a world in flux, as the Enlightenment comes to terms with the wisdom of the ages. I loved it.’ – Emma Darwin, author of The Mathematics of Love