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Winner of Virginia Prize for Fiction When Briony Campbell confesses to killing her boyfriend, an apparently straightforward crime soon turns into a baffling mystery.Haunted by demons from his past, lawyer S.J. Robin is assigned to the case. But as confusion  and the body count  rises, hes forced to question who is guilty and who is innocent.Can he see justice served and hold on to the woman he loves?

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A finely written novel about the intense romance between a young Indonesian artist, of Muslim background, who travels to Sydney to study, and a modern young Australian woman.When Adi leaves his village in Indonesia to take up an art scholarship in Australia, he arrives in the bewildering Sydney art world, determined to succeed. Following his first solo exhibition at a smart art gallery, Adi dares to reveal his true feelings for his outgoing friend, Lisa, and a passionate relationship unfolds. But will their differing expectations of one another drive them apart?This is a deeply felt love story between people  of different nations, cultures and religions  and the unseen impact of local and global events on individual lives.

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Durban Dialogues, Then and Now is a follow up anthology of three hard-hitting plays to Singhs successful drama anthology Durban Dialogues, Indian Voice (2013) which is now studied internationally. The plays selected, namely Swing, Shooting and Into the Grey cover topics such as discrimination in sport, bereavement and social activism.Described through Singhs satirical lens, these thought-provoking plays bring us up-to-date with the challenges of life in post-Apartheid South Africa. They focus particularly on people of Indian origin and their relationship with other South African communities and chart the loss of ideals in the dream of the Rainbow nation.With a Foreword by director Ralph Lawson, and Introduction by Pranav Joshipura, Professor of English, Mahila College, Gandhinagar, India.

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Ashwin Singh, Pranav Joshipura, Ralph Lawson, Shantal Singh, Pranav Joshipura

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Sleeping Beauty  Cinderella  Beauty and the BeastThree sparkling adaptations of classic fairytales.Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast: three timeless tales retold for the stage by one of the UKs most renowned writers of plays for children, Charles Way.Winner of the Writers Guild Best Childrens Play Award, Ways plays appeal to audiences of all ages, are translated into several languages and performed internationally. Each of the three plays explores the journey from childhood to adulthood, but each takes a specific angle. These are plays which know no boundaries, are great fun to produce, and at the same time, are utterly serious.

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A biography written by Sarah TuckerForeword by Baroness Helena KennedyEdward de Bono, polymath, writer, and philosopher, spent his life showing people how to use their brains creatively, to disrupt traditional ideas and ways of doing things. He mixed socially with powerful people, but he never stopped challenging their limited beliefs. He travelled the globe, bringing his lateral thinking techniques to schools, corporations, and leaders in crisis.Adored by advertising agencies, misunderstood by the media, and mistrusted by academia, De Bono became a household name dominatingthe field of creative thinking for half a century.With contributions from de Bonos former wife, Josephine de Bono, Sir Tony Blair and many others who knew de Bono  plus rare photographs from his family.

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Sarah Tucker, Helena Kennedy, Cheryl Robson, Helena Kennedy

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These powerful, contemporary monologues share the courage, conflicts and joys of characters facing difficult decisions. Developed through consultation with young people, they offer a range of authentic, memorable voices to stimulate discussion and participatory drama work.

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Anne-Marie O'Connor, Peter Spafford, Aelish Michael, Mary Cooper, Carla Jo Monvid-Jenkinson, Mary Cooper

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Look, theres no rules of the road out there. Not any more. So how do ya live? Ya use the only thing ya can. Best compass a man has. Only compass a man has. His own heart.Set in a rural hamlet in Ireland, the isolated lives of two brothers are disturbed by the arrival of a mysterious young woman. This is a story about secrets, atonement, and how, through the forces of love and nature, damaged lives are redeemed.

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Asif Khan's debut play is a fabulously comic take on the combustion surrounding young British Muslim lives. * Contemporary play about Northern Grooming scandal * Drama suitable for schools, colleges and youth theatres * By author who is a rising star among BBC writers * Asian Studies, Black and Asian interest * Recipient of 2 Off West End Award Nominations for Best Play and Best Supporting Actor * Nominated for an Asian Media Award and and Eastern Eye Award. * Asif Khan nominated for The Stage Debut Awards

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From game jams to film festivals, from how to apply for funding, to who to connect with online, this is an essential guide to the evolving and dynamic world of the media lab as a place (actual or virtual) that encourages, nurtures and provides tangible support for creative talents and their projects. While the focus is on filmmaking and gaming, the author also delves into the brave new worlds of VR and AR.Providing an overview of the range of media labs on offer, the book is enriched by interviews with contemporary practitioners working in lab culture around the world.

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Women Make Noise: Girl Bands from Motown to the Modern excavates the hidden story of the all-girl band: from country belles of the 20s-40s and girl groups of the 60s, to prog rock goddesses, womens liberationists and punks of the 70s-80s; from riot grrrls and queercore anarchists of the 90s to radical protesters Pussy Riot and the most inspiring all-girl bands today. These arent the manufactured acts of some pop svengali, these groups write their own music and play their own instruments.All-girl bands have made radical contributions to feminism, culture and politics as well as producing some influential and innovative music. Its time to celebrate the outspoken voices, creative talents and gutsy performances of the all-girl bands who demand we take notice. Including commentary from members of the original 1960s girl groups, classic outfits like The Raincoats and The Slits, as well as contemporary Ladyfest heroines like Beth Ditto, and household names like Bjork, this timely exploration shows the world that sidelining all-girl bands, is a major oversight.

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Sini Timonen, Victoria Yeulet, Elizabeth K. Keenan, Jackie Parsons, Bryony Benyon, Julia Downes, Julia Downes

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The frustrated wife of a French-Tunisian plantation owner, a mysterious older woman, a world weary tomboy, an unhappy mistress, a Parisian factory worker destined for tragedy, an acrobat turned cabaret sensation  these are the women whose lives are linked by their relationship with one man  ?tefan Valeriu.Divided into four separate stories connected by one man, Women takes us from ?tefans amorous entanglements at an Alpine lake resort, to his life in Bucharest and Paris, as each of the women in his life opens up new worlds for him.Women is a hymn to love in all its forms, romantic or platonic, sometimes reckless, often glorious and always, ultimately, ephemeral.

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Mihail Sebastian, Gaby Reigh, Gabi Reigh

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A useful, practical handbook for local community groups, youth theatres, amateur players, universities and colleges, students of Community Theatre/Theatre Studies and others wanting to stage a successful community play. Drawing on a wealth of personal accounts, and useful historical background information, How To Put On A Community Play is full of detailed advice concerning the preparation, planning and execution required to achieve success. Including essential tips on: * the creative process * administrative hurdles * technical headaches that must be overcome This is an invaluable guide to the myriad tasks and decisions facing any community play organiser.

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Above a pub in North London, Phil is drinking and fighting off mild panic about his comeback gig. His manager's already dumped him and he's worried about finding a place to stay for the night too. As he laments his dwindling career, his supporters gather to wish him well. Craving success and celebrity too, Josh suspects his father of behaving very badly. With the time of the performance fast approaching, guilty secrets emerge that split the family wide apart. Tonight, Phil's career might not be the only thing in tatters. Comic and moving, Broken Lad is a subtle examination of masculinity in distress.

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Marsha P. Johnson, Keith Haring, Harvey Milk, Audre Lorde, RuPaul... the names of pioneers and trailblazers who have advanced the LGBTQI+ cause and helped bring about new human rights. This book pays tribute in 50 portraits to the activists, personalities, writers and artists who have advanced the LGBTQI+ movement and celebrates those who have fought and are fighting every day to create a more inclusive and tolerant world. To coincide with a new touring exhibition of Florent Manelli's artworks.

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Florent Manelli, Florent Manelli, Clare Summerskill, Cheryl Robson, Florent Manelli, Clare Summerskill

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Best Blues Book 2014 by Blues Matters magazine. Have you heard about Eel Pie Island? Anyone with an interest in the history of UK rock n' roll is familiar with The Cavern Club and the role that Merseyside played in the story of the British Beat scene. But on a far-less-celebrated, but no less significant path, over a small bridge onto an island in the middle of the Thames, Eel Pie Hotel, another great 60s club night, played host to acts that would later make a global name for themselves. The Rolling Stones, Long John Baldry, Rod Stewart, Pink Floyd, The Small Faces, David Bowie and The Yardbirds are amongst the many acts who performed at the legendary Eel Pie Hotel during its 50s and 60s heyday, as did jazz greats like Ken Colyer, Kenny Ball and Acker Bilk, as well as more avant-garde performers like Ivor Cutler. But how did The Eel Pie Club become such a popular venue? What motivated its founder, Arthur Chisnall to create a space where young people could enjoy the music they wanted to, in an environment free from the usual constraints? Why has this thriving West London scene been omitted from rock history when its influence has spread far and wide? Recently, bands like The Mystery Jets have paid homage to Chisnall's fabulous club, playing gigs on the island that launched careers and cemented rock's infamous relationships. The latest incarnation of the Eel Pie Club is alive and well. This book traces the origins of a scene that is long overdue for recognition.

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Michele Whitby, John Platt, Peter Davis, Gina Way, J C Wheatley

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* First collection of full-length plays from British East Asian playwrights * Ideal for schools, colleges and theatre companies * In association with a conference at Tara Theatre and Goldsmiths University in Spring 2018 A landmark collection of contemporary full-length plays by British East Asian writers. Exploring subjects such as cultural identity, the fragmentation of communities, tradition, invisibility and discrimination, these plays are ideal to perform. With an introduction by academics Dr Amanda Rogers and Dr Ashley Thorpe, which sets the plays into context and explores the hidden history of theatre from the BEA community. BOUND FEET BLUES by Yang-May Ooi THE LAST DAYS OF LIMEHOUSE by Jeremy Tiang JAMAICA BOY by Stephen Hoo CONVERSATIONS WITH MY UNKNOWN MOTHER by Lucy Chau Lai-Tuen SPECIAL OCCASIONS by Amy Ng TANGO by Joel Tan THE FU MANCHU COMPLEX by Daniel York Loh

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Amy Ng, Jeremy Tiang, Jeremy Tiang (singapore), Daniel York Loh, Yang-May Ooi, Amanda Rogers, Ashley Thorpe, Cheryl Robson

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Women have fought their way to the top in fields that have been male dominated for years. Yet, they still face challenges. 50 Women in Technology sheds light on the work of forgotten pioneers who defied expectations and includes 25 exclusive interviews with women at the forefront today. 50 Women in Technology is a full-colour book celebrating female pioneers and trailblazers in STEM. It features 25 extraordinary women scientists from Ada Lovelace to Emmanuelle Charpentier, as well as 25 exclusive interviews with incredible women who are leading the way in the fast-paced world of technology today including 2023 Nobel prize winner Katalin Kariko. Includes: Amalia Ballarino (Nuclear Engineer), Ana Oliveira (Crop Genetics), Anais Engelmann and Megan Hale (Design Engineering), Anda Waluyo Sapardan (Medical Tech/Healthcare), Anna Lukasson-Herzig (Computing/AI), Brenda Romero (Video Games), Clarice Phelps (Nuclear Chemist), Claudia Brind -Woody (IT), Coty Craven (videogames/IT), Emily Holmes (Neuroscientist), Gretchen Andrew (NFT Artist), Ida Tin (FemTech), Katalin Kariko (Biochemistry), Kasia Gora (Food Tech), Maria Carolina Fujihara (Environmental Tech), Marita Cheng (Robotics), Mary Agbesanwa (FinTech), Mary Lou Jepsen (Imaging/Healthcare), Morenike Fajemisin (FemTech), Odunayo Eweniyi (Financial Tech), Rumman Chowdhury (Internet Algorithms/Data Science), Sheri Graner Ray (Videogames), Stephanie Willerth, (Bioengineering), Tan Le (Medical Tech) and Yewande Akinola (Sustainability).

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Georgina Ferry, Bridget Greenwood, Ines Almeida, Georgina Ferry, Ines Almeida

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Adapted by Germaine Greer (With additional dialogue from Phil Willmott)Aristophanes classic comedy retold in a bang up to the minute way. The worlds leading feminist raconteur, polemicist and wit plunders the archetypal story of female resistance in this anti-war play...This new version of the ancient tale gives the battle of the sexes an outing full of fun, farce and innuendo.

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Germaine Greer, Phil Willmott, Phil Wilmott, Germaine Greer

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Pomegranate Sky is an evocative story of love and lies set against the turmoil of post-revolutionary Tehran. An impressive debut novel, Pomegranate Sky won the inaugural Virginia Prize for Fiction (2009).Living in contemporary Tehran, Layla refuses to bow to the ayatollahs rules, resisting her mothers relentless attempts to find her a suitable husband. Instead, she embarks on an illicit affair with her art teacher Keyvan, and they tentatively imagine a future together.But the sudden death of her uncle, an outspoken journalist, raises many unanswered questions and when Laylas cousin, who is visiting from America, is arrested by the morality police, the Komiteh, Laylas plans for the future begin to unravel.

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Louise Soraya Black, Louise Soraya Black

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The Curious Lives of Shakespeare and Cervantes

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2016 was the 400th anniversary of the deaths of two of the worlds most famous authors, William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes.Pioneering writer and director, Asa Palomera (a powerhouse on Melbournes independent theatre scene): Ive tried to bring forth the sheer humanity of theirs, to present them as it were in their under wears, to show that the emotions we feel from their work are as human as the emotions they, in turn, experienced when they were alive.Productions of The Curious Lives of Shakespeare & Cervantes took place at Adam House Theatre (Edinburgh, 2010), Bloomsbury Theatre (London, 2010), Thai premiere (Bangkok Theatre Festival, 2014). Staged reading at Tara Arts Theatre (London, November 2016).This comic romp through the lives of literary masters William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes charts their influence on the modern world. It contrasts the fortunes of two contemporaries whose native countries  England and Spain  went from alliance to enmity in a short space of time.