Pop Culture: Books Coming Soon

Peek into the story with a stunning cover design to welcome The Little Prince, travelling all the way from Asteroid B-612 in this contemporary adaptation! Ideal for storytime or independent reading, this volume invites a new generation to discover a beautiful but vain flower, a king with no subjects, and more iconic characters on an adventure made complete with 40...

Put your trivia knowledge to the test with the ultimate gift for Buffy superfans and aspiring vampire hunters everywhere! The hardest thing in this world is to quiz in it. So be brave. Quiz. What is the ancient text that prophesies the fate of the Slayer? What nickname of one of Buffy's most treasured wooden stakes, given to her by...

Osaka is emerging from the shadows of Tokyo and Kyoto as a city that knows how to laugh, eat well and throw a great party. Rowdy, messy and always hungry, it manages to embody Japan's alluring spirit while redefining it for a new era. Osaka Story captures that identity – from temple to takoyaki stall – giving readers a multifaceted...

Did you know that the world’s first boxing match was arranged by the Duke of Albemarle between his butler and his butcher? Or that Niagara Falls once ran completely dry? That the World Cup was stolen and later found by a dog called Pickles? Step into the pages of history with The Times On This Day, a captivating collection that...

Fifteen years after the show’s debut, take a look back at the pop culture phenomenon Suits and its place in the pantheon of famous legal dramas. Suits is a cultural phenomenon. It has reached multiple generations of viewers and become one of Netflix’s most binge-watched series. Drawing on the history of the television lawyer, workplace drama, and postmodern comedy, the...

Asserts that the popular romance offered new possibilities for young working women as social actors and media consumers in early 20th-century Britain. Young working women were the target audience for popular romance fiction and film in early 20th-century Britain, and as such, were often seen as impressionable consumers of escapist fantasies. Reading for Pleasure complicates this narrative, revealing how women...

Discover the inspiring story of Annie Leibovitz, the iconic photographer who defined pop culture for a generation. Born in Connecticut, USA, little Annie loved art from an early age and was encouraged by her mother to pursue art. She went to art college to become a painter, but after trying out photography, she couldn't put her camera down. In her...

A witty and thought-provoking exploration of culture in all its forms from the writer behind the hit social account. The Cultural Tutor is dedicated to a cosmopolitan view of culture. It writes about every continent, every religion, every tradition of art and poetry. TOMIWA OWOLADE, THE TIMES For anyone who has enjoyed The Cultural Tutor on X, this book will...

The ultimate sticker book for lovers of Gilmore Girls and the Stars Hollow aesthetic—400+ charming stickers to personalise your stuff, scrapbook, and add a little Stars Hollow energy to life. Twenty-five years since first meeting Lorelai, Rory, and the rest of Stars Hollow's lovably quirky cast, fans still can't stop obsessing over Gilmore Girls. As Lorelai and Rory say it...

Pioneering artist Laurie Anderson takes the reader through her most important work of the last five decades, revealing her boundless creativity and deft storytelling. Sometime before the pandemic, Anderson—a legendary figure in the worlds of art, performance, and music—was in the midst of preparing for two monumental survey exhibitions. Prompted by those tours de force, Anderson gathers in this volume...

Vinyl records. Board games. Paperback books. Film. A philosopher dives into the analogue world to show what it offers us and what it says about our values. Packed with first-person anecdotes, hand-drawn illustrations, and extensive scholarship, Darren Hudson Hick takes us through the pleasure of board games and jigsaw puzzles and inside the values of materiality, care, and agency. Hick...

An unprecedented and intimate account of one of the most business-savvy, influential and defining public icons of our time. Citizen Kim provides a deep and nuanced portrayal of Kim Kardashian, who stands as a self-made mogul, social media genius, fashion icon, and unexpected advocate for criminal justice reform. Though she is often dismissed as a figure of scandal, spectacle, and...

From Mark Hamill and his Papillon mix to Sarah Hyland with her chocolate lab, enjoy heartwarming portraits of your favourite celebrities posing with their furry friends. Award-winning photographer Charlie Nunn and his partner Raymond Janis have perfected the art of capturing the unbreakable bond between dogs and their humans. In Hollywood Tails: Famous Faces and the Dogs They Love, they...

The authorised retrospective book for the Kevin Smith movie Dogma, starring Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Linda Fiorentino, Chris Rock, and Jason Mewes, features exclusive interview material with cast and crew, including the director, and never-before-seen imagery. Written and directed by Kevin Smith, Dogma follows two fallen angels, Bartleby (Ben Affleck) and Loki (Matt Damon), who discover a loophole in Catholic...

Sharp, biting, and wickedly funny, Born Worried is a modern chronicle of anxiety, absurdity, and survival in a world that seems determined to test the limits of human patience. With a voice that’s equal parts neurotic and fearless, Jack Bender takes readers on a rollercoaster through childhood nightmares, adult disasters, and the awkward spaces in between. Whether recounting the comic...

An unprecedented and intimate account of one of the most business-savvy, influential and defining public icons of our time Kim Kardashian is a self-made mogul, social media genius, fashion icon and unlikely advocate for criminal justice reform. But she is also dismissed as a figure of scandal, spectacle and reality television. The truth is more complicated - and revealing. Stylish,...

Stitch your way across Middle-earth with 30 enchanting, beginner-friendly embroidery patterns inspired by Tolkien’s legendary world. Discover the magic of Middle-earth in an entirely new way as embroidery artist Emily June (@iamemilyjune) guides you through 30 beautifully designed patterns inspired by The Lord of the Rings. From the round green door of Bag End to the soaring peaks of the...

Disney Pixar Toy Story: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 1 collects seven fan-favourite comic tales—newly re-lettered and remastered—from the long-running Disney Pixar Toy Story magazine, bringing these beloved adventures to print for a whole new generation of readers! Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Andy’s toys are back with adventures that prove playtime never really ends! Whether they’re navigating toy-sized crises,...

Unmask one of the most memorable villains of all time and discover the incredible story behind the creation and the legacy of the galaxy’s most complex character, Darth Vader. Featuring exclusive interviews from key cast and crew, as well as collectible inserts, this comprehensive history regarding one of cinema’s most compelling villains is something fans will not want to miss!...

Step onto the ice and into the world of hockey romance, where you'll cook comforting dishes inspired by rivalry, devotion, and the joy of chosen family. Inspired by the smash-hit hockey romance series that took BookTok, streaming, and fandom culture by storm, The Unofficial Heated Rivalry Cookbook brings fans into the kitchen with comforting, crowd-pleasing recipes inspired by iconic characters,...