books

Culture vulture: your July hitlist

Missing the theatre and live venues? Until normal service resumes for the arts world, here's some inspiration for July - podcasts, books, music and theatre.
10 best books for primary school kids

Reading can be soothing, uplifting, informative, entertaining - and a great way to connect with your child during lockdown. So put away their streaming devices and cosy up together with one of these 10 great books for kids aged 5-8.
Literary lockdown: 50 books to read now

50 books we've been meaning to read forever – and some old favourites to add to the list – now we've all suddenly got the time.
Read THESE brilliant books this month

Reasons to be cheerful: spring has sprung and a brilliant new batch of March books has arrived. Gather around, and let Muddy's pro-bookworm Kerry Potter tell you a story.
The 5 best books out in February

Muddy's pro bookworm Kerry Potter has got five Feb fancies for your delectation. Read all about 'em here!
January reads

What kind of insaniac leaves the house in January? Retire to the sofa pronto and get stuck into one of pro bookworm Kerry Potter's enthralling new literary picks.
The 2020 cultural picks not to miss

There's a ridiculous amount of amazing art, books, film, TV, music and theatre landing this year. Muddy's culture vulture Kerry Potter picks out the best of the bunch.
Muddy’s 10 best books of 2019

So many rip-roaring reads, so little time. But we've made it easy for you - here's our definitive list of the year's best books. Get stuck in!
The 10 dreamiest coffee table books of the year

Clear space on your coffee table! Muddy has 10 sexy, shiny visual feasts for your delectation (just don't spill your coffee on them).
Yeovil Literary Festival 2019

There's a lush line-up of authors at the Yeovil Literary Festival later this month. Before you book, check out our top 5 picks AND grab some free tickets