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SUMMARY:An Evening with Dr Benjamin Linley Wild: 'Hang Ups' Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends is excited to announce that we will be hosting the book launch for Dr Benjamin Linley Wild’s new title\, Hang-Ups: Reflections on the Causes and Consequences of Fashion’s ‘Western’-Centrism. The event will take place from 6pm – 8pm on Wednesday 13th March\, and will involve the chance to chat with Benjamin about his work. \nTickets\nTicket and book: £27.99\nTicket only: £5 (this is redeemable against a copy of the book on the evening) \nAs always\, we have a number of complimentary tickets for this event for anyone who needs it. Please contact us directly at bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nAbout Hang Ups \nThe Covid-19 pandemic heightened people’s awareness of long-standing inequalities within the fashion industry. Amid calls for greater accountability and ethical awareness\, efforts are being made within and beyond the industry\, chiefly in the cultural and education sectors\, to decentralize fashion: to make the conception\, creation and consumption of fashionable dress and appearance less ‘western’-centric. \nSupporting this premise\, Hang-Ups argues that purposeful and permanent change within the fashion industry and fashion education is more likely if it is understood how the contemporary industry became ‘western’-centric. To institute effective change\, it is necessary to revert to first principles and understand how the fashion industry developed into what it is today. \nDuring a period when the concepts of fashion\, history and culture are being intensely scrutinized\, and with suggestions they are reaching their nadir\, the imperative to understand the extent to which they relate\, and facilitate the presentation of people’s fashionable bodies\, is urgent. Hang-Ups explores the origins and consequences of the fashion industry’s ‘western’-centrism by focusing on nine binaries\, defined in the crucible of empire\, that continue to be sites of negotiation as the ‘west’s’ traditions and ideals are contested by different cultural perspectives and changing global realities. \nAbout Dr Benjamin Linley Wild \nBenjamin Linley Wild is Senior Lecturer in Fashion Narratives at Manchester Fashion Institute\, Manchester Metropolitan University\, UK. His work is underpinned by a belief that history has a dynamic role within people’s lives\, informing their values and behaviours. He has published widely about fashion and material culture\, including Carnival to Catwalk (2020). \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-dr-benjamin-linley-wild-hang-ups-book-launch
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:30 Steps to Finding Yourself: Workshop with author Sally Hope
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce that we are hosting Sally Hope\, who will be discussing her book 30 Steps to Finding Yourself\, as well as a mini workshop! Taking place on Friday\, 8th March from 5-6:30pm\, the event will be focused around not allowing yourself to be defined by labels and setting boundaries to protect your sense of self. \nTickets\nTicket only: £5 \nBook and ticket: £12.99 \nAs always\, a limited number of complimentary tickets are available for those who need them. Please get in touch directly at bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nAbout the book \nBuild your self-esteem\, grow your confidence and rediscover your sense of self with this empowering and practical 30-step journal for women.\n“Who am I?”\nThe more confidently you are able to answer this question\, the higher your levels of happiness\, self-esteem and personal growth tend to be. However\, in a world that still socializes women to build their lives around other people\, many of us don’t have an answer.\nThis 30-step journal will take you on a unique and personal journey to discover who you are and who you want to be. Within these pages you’ll find: \n· A structured approach to self-discovery that builds from step 1 to step 30\n· Interactive and creative CBT-based activities to nurture your relationship with yourself\n· Thought-provoking journalling prompts to deepen your self-awareness and allow for reflection\n· Guidance on how to let go of worries\, doubts and other self-limiting beliefs\n· Actionable advice to help you consciously shape yourself into the person you choose to be \nThis journal will be your guide to understanding and empowering the most important person in your life: you. \n  \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/30-steps-to-finding-yourself-author-workshop-with-sally-hope
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Little Bookworms Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Have you got a little bookworm in your life? Then look no further than House of Books & Friends. We are over the moon to share a wee project we’ve been busy working on: Little Bookworms\, our brand new monthly book club for 8-12 years. \nWe will be kicking things off with our first title\, The Boy Who Fell From the Sky\, by Benjamin Dean\, on Sunday 3rd of March\, 11am-12pm! You have until the day of the book club to finish the title – this is available to buy in store as part of your ticket\, or we have ticket-only options available. Following this first meeting\, the book club will run the first Sunday of every month\, 11am-12pm. \nAs well as discussing the book\, there will be book-related activities each month for our Little Bookworm’s to get stuck into\, fun quizzes and games\, and squash and biscuits for all. Our Little Bookworms will also get their own book lovers passport to add to each month they attend as they jet set around the world through reading. \nSo whether you have a ravenous reader at home\, devouring books like the Hungry Caterpillar\, or you are trying to encourage reading and literary confidence in a more reluctant little one\, the Little Bookworms is an inclusive space for all and everyone. And\, offering an hour on Sunday morning for you to sit in our cafe with your own book and a cuppa\, what is there to lose? \nAll sessions will be ticketed: £7.99 for the book and ticket\, and £2 for just the ticket. All little ones must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets can be purchased on our website and in store. A limited number of tickets will also be reserved for those who might need them so please do let us know. \nIf you have any questions about the book club or tickets\, you can always take a look at our website\, email us\, or ask a friendly bookseller in store. \nWe’re really excited to spread our love of books with little readers\, and we can’t wait to hear your thoughts and to share in their reading adventure! \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/little-bookworms-book-club
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Book Club – Thursday\, 29th February 14:00 – 15:00
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Thursday 29th February in store. This month\, we are reading The Bleeding by Johana Gustawsson– £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The Bleeding \nThree women\nThree eras\nOne extraordinary mystery… \n1899\, Belle Époque Paris. Lucienne’s two daughters are believed dead when her mansion burns to the ground\, but she is certain that her girls are still alive and embarks on a journey into the depths of the spiritualist community to find them.\n1949\, Post-War Québec. Teenager Lina’s father has died in the French Resistance\, and as she struggles to fit in at school\, her mother introduces her to an elderly woman at the asylum where she works\, changing Lina’s life in the darkest way imaginable.\n2002\, Quebec. A former schoolteacher is accused of brutally stabbing her husband – a famous university professor – to death. Detective Maxine Grant\, who has recently lost her own husband and is parenting a teenager and a new baby single-handedly\, takes on the investigation. \nUnder enormous personal pressure\, Maxine makes a series of macabre discoveries that link directly to historical cases involving black magic and murder\, secret societies and spiritism … and women at breaking point\, who will stop at nothing to protect the ones they love… \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-thursday-29th-february-1400-1500
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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SUMMARY:The Book Club – Wednesday\, 28th February 17:45-19:15
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Wednesday 28th February in store. This month\, we are reading The Bleeding by Johana Gustawsson – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The Bleeding \nThree women\nThree eras\nOne extraordinary mystery… \n1899\, Belle Époque Paris. Lucienne’s two daughters are believed dead when her mansion burns to the ground\, but she is certain that her girls are still alive and embarks on a journey into the depths of the spiritualist community to find them.\n1949\, Post-War Québec. Teenager Lina’s father has died in the French Resistance\, and as she struggles to fit in at school\, her mother introduces her to an elderly woman at the asylum where she works\, changing Lina’s life in the darkest way imaginable.\n2002\, Quebec. A former schoolteacher is accused of brutally stabbing her husband – a famous university professor – to death. Detective Maxine Grant\, who has recently lost her own husband and is parenting a teenager and a new baby single-handedly\, takes on the investigation. \nUnder enormous personal pressure\, Maxine makes a series of macabre discoveries that link directly to historical cases involving black magic and murder\, secret societies and spiritism … and women at breaking point\, who will stop at nothing to protect the ones they love… \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-wednesday-28th-february-1745-1915
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Eliza Chan: Fathomfolk Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends are overjoyed to announce we are hosting Eliza Chan for the launch of her debut novel\, Fathomfolk. The event will take place from 6pm – 8pm and will include drinks\, a goodie bag\, and a chance to get your hands on an early copy of the book – official launch date 29th February! \nTickets\nTicket and book: £18.99\nTicket only: £5 (this is redeemable against a copy of the book on the evening) \nTicket numbers are very limited for this event\, so book early to avoid disappointment. As always\, we have a limited amount of complimentary tickets for this event for anyone who needs it. Please contact us directly at bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nAbout Fathomfolk \nWelcome to Tiankawi – shining pearl of human civilization and a safe haven for those fleeing civil unrest. Or at least\, that’s how it first appears. But in the semi-flooded city\, humans are\, quite literally\, on top: peering down from shining towers and aerial walkways on the fathomfolk – sirens\, seawitches\, kelpies and kappas – who live in the polluted waters below. \nFor half-siren Mira\, promotion to captain of the border guard means an opportunity to help her downtrodden people. But if earning the trust and respect of her human colleagues wasn’t hard enough\, everything Mira has worked towards is put in jeopardy when Nami\, a know-it-all water dragon – fathomfolk royalty – is exiled to the city. When extremists sabotage the annual boat race\, violence erupts\, as does the clampdown on fathomfolk rights. Both Nami and Mira must decide if the cost of change is worth it\, or\, if Tiankawi should be left to drown. \nAbout Eliza Chan \nEliza Chan is a Scottish-born speculative fiction author who writes about East Asian mythology\, British folklore and reclaiming the dragon lady. Her short fiction has been published in The Dark\, Podcastle\, Fantasy Magazine and The Best of British Fantasy. Her debut novel FATHOMFOLK — inspired by mythology\, ESEAN cities and diaspora feels — will be published by Orbit in Spring 2024. \nShe has been a medical school drop-out\, a kilt shop assistant\, an English teacher and a speech and language therapist\, but currently she spends her time tabletop gaming\, cosplaying\, crafting and toddler wrangling.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-eliza-chan-fathomfolk
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:The Book Club – Monday\, 26th February 19:00-20:00 *ONLINE*
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Monday 26th February via Zoom. This month\, we are reading The Bleeding by Johana Gustawsson – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The Bleeding \nThree women\nThree eras\nOne extraordinary mystery… \n1899\, Belle Époque Paris. Lucienne’s two daughters are believed dead when her mansion burns to the ground\, but she is certain that her girls are still alive and embarks on a journey into the depths of the spiritualist community to find them.\n1949\, Post-War Québec. Teenager Lina’s father has died in the French Resistance\, and as she struggles to fit in at school\, her mother introduces her to an elderly woman at the asylum where she works\, changing Lina’s life in the darkest way imaginable.\n2002\, Quebec. A former schoolteacher is accused of brutally stabbing her husband – a famous university professor – to death. Detective Maxine Grant\, who has recently lost her own husband and is parenting a teenager and a new baby single-handedly\, takes on the investigation. \nUnder enormous personal pressure\, Maxine makes a series of macabre discoveries that link directly to historical cases involving black magic and murder\, secret societies and spiritism … and women at breaking point\, who will stop at nothing to protect the ones they love… \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups in breakout rooms to discuss the questions. A Zoom link will be emailed to ticketholders one week prior to the event starting. \nWe always ask that you be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-monday-26th-february-1900-2000-online
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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SUMMARY:POP-UP STAND @ InkBlot Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends is thrilled to announce we will have a pop-up stall at InkBlot Festival on Saturday 24th February. This is an external event taking place at: \nSt Thomas Centre\,\nArdwick Green North\,\nManchester\,\nM12 6FZ \nWe will have a range of graphic novels\, manga\, and art books available to buy on the day. \nTickets to InkBlot and further information can be found HERE. \nAbout InkBlot Festival \nRemember those good old days flipping through comic boxes at your local store\, on the hunt for a hidden gem? That’s the vibe we’re going for at InkBlot – the thrill of discovering your next favorite indie comic or story. You might find your new favourite comic series or fall in love with a story you’ve never read before. We are not the mainstream; we’re here to bring you independent art that’s waiting to be discovered! \nAbout Andy the Illustrator \nAndy is a freelance illustrator based in Nottingham\, UK\, and specialises in comic book covers\, trading card and board game artwork\, and concept art for animation and film. With over 10 years of experience working within the creative industry\, he has had the opposturnity to work and collaborate with leading global brands on a variety of projects. This is the first year Andy has hosted InkBlot Festival.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/pop-up-stand-inkblot-festival-2024
LOCATION:Private: St Thomas Centre\, Ardwick
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Kostya Tsolakis: Greekling
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends are pleased to announce we are hosting Kostya Tsolakis on Friday 16th February for a Q&A and poetry reading for his debut collection\, Greekling. The event will take place from 5:30pm until 7:30pm\, with a local poet E Walker performing\, before a discussion between Kostya and Greg Thorpe about his debut collection\, his upcoming work\, as well as answering any questions from the audience about poetry. \nTickets\nClick here to buy a book and ticket\nClick here to buy a ticket only \nThere are a small amount of tickets available for those unable to afford them at the moment – please contact us directly at 07597365380 or email bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live. \nAbout the book \nGreekling\, the much-anticipated debut poetry collection by Kostya Tsolakis\, celebrates and commemorates damaged and rejected Greek bodies\, be they of flesh and blood\, made of marble\, or natural bodies. In intertwining Greek culture\, history and poetic influences with the contemporary queer experience\, this collection is perceptive\, lyrical\, and deeply evocative of time and place. From an Athenian childhood to a closeted adolescence in the shadow of the AIDS epidemic\, towards sexual self-discovery\, maturity and freedom – Tsolakis charts the pursuit of unconditional happiness. \nAbout Kostya \nKostya Tsolakis was born and raised in Athens\, Greece\, and now lives in London. He is founding editor of harana poetry\, the online magazine for poets writing in English as a second or parallel language. In 2019 he won the Oxford Brookes International Poetry Competition (ESL category). His poems have been widely published in magazines\, including fourteen poems\, Magma Poetry\, Poetry London\, The Poetry Review and Under the Radar\, and anthologies\, such as 100 Queer Poems (Vintage\, 2022). His debut poetry pamphlet\, Ephebos\, was published by ignitionpress in November 2020. \nAbout E Walker \nE Walker has an MFA in Poetry from MMU\, was shortlisted for Primers Volume Five (Nine Arches Press) in 2019\, was shortlisted in the Oxford Brookes International Poetry Competition 2020\, and was a prize winner in the International Ambit Poetry Competition in 2021. E Walker’s poetry is an exploration of queerness through our interactions with the non-human natural world\, specifically the world of invertebrates and\, more specifically in parts\, their intimate relationships. Inspired by queer ecologies\, entomology\, sex and spirituality\, the poems investigate Walker’s belief that non-human nature is inherently queer.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-kostya-tsolakis
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:Palentine's Day Social
DESCRIPTION:Ask and you shall receive! \nWe loved seeing so many of you at our Blue Monday social mixer and rejoicing in all of the joy that connection brings. So\, as we are House of Books and Friends\, we want to continue in that celebration. \nJoin us for our next social mixer\, taking place on Thursday 15th February from 6pm to 8pm to celebrate Palentine’s Day! Palentine’s Day celebrates all the various forms of friendship and the many places in which love and connection can be found\, so come and connect with us! \nWe’ll have a host of bookish activities and a chance to meet and chat with like-minded people. Come with your pals\, come on your own and make new ones\, and bask in the warm loveliness that is friendship. \nThe event is completely free and there’s no need to register – just turn up! The event will take place in store. \nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/palentines-day-social
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Leadership Podcast - James Timpson 'The Happy Index'
DESCRIPTION:Calling all leaders\, managers\, and business minds alike – House of Books and Friends is hosting a live session of the Inspiring Leadership Podcast!  \nOn the 14th of February\, James Timpson\, the CEO of Timpsons\, and Darryl Cooke\, the founder of Gunnercooke\, will be in conversation about James’ new book\, The Happy Index. Structured through ten lessons which examine and evaluate the top-down style of management\, James’ book explores how business can be made more collaborative. Using an upside-down method\, where the team you work with feel valued\, trusted\, and important\, James offers enlightening insight into this new way of working. As the CEO of such a well-known\, trusted family business\, James knows a thing or two about success.  \nTickets to this thought-provoking and inspiring discussion are free; register here. The event will take place from 4:30pm.  \nThere will be a chance to network afterwards and copies of The Happy Index will be available to purchase in store on the day. \nAbout James Timpson \nJames Timpson has been CEO of Timpson for over 20 years. During this time\, he has transformed the five-generation family business into the modern-day enterprise that it is today\, all while becoming increasingly admired for his groundbreaking\, people-first\, upside-down style of management. \nJames is also Chair of the Prison Reform Trust. He supports various prison charities and support groups and was presented with an OBE in 2011 for the training and employment of disadvantaged people. He is a former Tate Trustee\, a Deputy Lieutenant of Cheshire\, and an Albert Medal winner from the RSA. \n  \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/inspiring-leadership-podcast
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240213T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240213T190000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with C. D. Rose: Walter Benjamin Stares at the Sea
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends are thrilled to welcome C. D. Rose to discuss his new short story collection\, Walter Benjamin Stares at the Sea\, with Dr. Keith Crome. This is a stunning collection of 15 short\, dreamlike stories about memory\, illusion and language from the author of The Biographical Dictionary of Literary Failure\, Who’s Who When Everyone Is Someone Else\, and most recently The Blind Accordionist. This event is perfect for fans of short stories and literary fiction alike! \nTickets\nTicket and book: £17.99\nTicket only: £5 (this is redeemable against a copy of the book on the evening) \nAs always\, we have a limited amount of complimentary tickets for this event for anyone who needs it. Please contact us directly at bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nAbout Walter Benjamin Stares at the Sea \nWelcome to the fictional universe of C. D. Rose\, whose stories seem to be set in some unidentifiable but vaguely Mitteleuropean nation\, and likewise have an uncanny sense of timelessness—the time could be some cobblestoned Victorian past era\, or the present\, or even the future. In these 15 dreamlike tales\, you’ll meet a forgotten composer who enters a nostalgic dream-world while marking time in a decaying Romanian seaport; two Russian brothers\, one blind and one deaf\, building an intricate model town during an interminable train ride across the steppe; a journalist whose interview with an artist turns into a dizzying roundelay of memory and image. Ghosts of the past mingle with the quiddities of modernity in a bewitching stew where lost masterpieces surface with translations in an invisible language; where image and photograph become mystically entwined\, and where the very nature of reality takes on a shimmering sense of possibility and illusion. \nAbout the Author \nC. D. Rose is an award-winning short-story writer\, and the author of the novels The Biographical Dictionary of Literary Failure and Who’s Who When Everyone Is Someone Else\, as well as the story collection The Blind Accordionist. He lives in Hebden Bridge.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-c-d-rose-walter-benjamin-stares-at-the-sea
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T193000
DTSTAMP:20240116T125235Z
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SUMMARY:*SOLD OUT* Autism in Women and Girls: How It Presents Differently - Autistic Gals
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends are proud to present Autism in Women and Girls: How it Presents Differently\, a talk from Sarah Jane Nuttall\, PhD research student. This event will include a presentation and Q&A. \nTickets are £3 and are available to buy here. There are complimentary tickets available for anyone who needs one – please contact us directly on bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nSarah Jane Nuttall is an autistic woman who is researching autism in women\, looking at its presentation\, and the limitations of current diagnostic criteria and screening tools. She is also writing a novel to help women to identify their autistic traits. \nAutism is underdiagnosed in women and girls. They are also more likely to be misdiagnosed and receive a late diagnosis. Women of colour and anyone who is not a straight cis white male are also less likely to get a diagnosis. There is a need to spread the word on how autism presents differently in women and girls. Recognising autistic traits in females is more difficult\, as is getting a diagnosis\, both of which argue for a female phenotype. Pre and post diagnosis support are practically non-existent. \nThis presentation is for anyone identifying as a woman who has ever wondered whether they are autistic\, and for friends\, family\, partners and the general public\, of all genders\, who are interested in learning more about how autistic women and girls are more likely to mask and go under the radar. \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/autism-in-women-and-girls-how-it-presents-differently-autistic-gals
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240125T150000
DTSTAMP:20231218T103636Z
CREATED:20231213T150147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T103636Z
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SUMMARY:The Book Club – Thursday\, 25th January 14:00 - 15:00
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Thursday 25th January in store. This month\, we are reading The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The School for Good Mothers \nFrida Liu had fed and changed her toddler Harriet. She had a work deadline – an article to finish\, a job hanging by a thread\, a file she’d left in the office. She would go get it. Harriet would be fine. But then the neighbours heard her crying. \nSoon\, the state will decide that Frida is not fit to care for her daughter. That she must be re-trained. That bad mothers everywhere will be re-educated. Will their mistakes cost them everything? \nThe School for Good Mothers is an explosive and thrilling novel about love\, perfectionism and parenthood. \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-thursday-25th-january-1400-1500
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T190000
DTSTAMP:20231215T100824Z
CREATED:20231213T145449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T100824Z
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SUMMARY:The Book Club – Wednesday\, 24th January 17:45-19:15
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Wednesday 24th January in store. This month\, we are reading The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The School for Good Mothers \nFrida Liu had fed and changed her toddler Harriet. She had a work deadline – an article to finish\, a job hanging by a thread\, a file she’d left in the office. She would go get it. Harriet would be fine. But then the neighbours heard her crying. \nSoon\, the state will decide that Frida is not fit to care for her daughter. That she must be re-trained. That bad mothers everywhere will be re-educated. Will their mistakes cost them everything? \nThe School for Good Mothers is an explosive and thrilling novel about love\, perfectionism and parenthood. \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-wednesday-24th-january-1745-1915
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240124T140000
DTSTAMP:20231228T120254Z
CREATED:20231127T151340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T120254Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Lecture with Fly on the Wall Press
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our Lunchtime Lecture with Persephone Books\, we are over the moon to announce our latest publisher talk\, this time with Manchester-based publishing house Fly on the Wall Press. We will hear what it has been like to be a one-woman publishing house for the last 4 years\, and still achieving a four-time finalist position in the prestigious British Book Awards’ Small Press of the Year category. \nSince their inception in February 2018\, Fly on the Wall Press seamlessly integrates social activism into their literary endeavours. Isabelle Kenyon curates and publishes unparalleled political fiction\, evocative poetry\, and genre-defying anthologies addressing urgent global concerns. Fly on the Wall work with a carefully selected 12 authors each year to ensure that each publicity campaign gets the attention and dedication it deserves. \nThe talk will be on Wednesday 24th January and begin at 1pm for an hour. Tickets are £3\, and are available to buy here. \nWe will also have a number of Fly on the Wall books available to purchase in store on the day\, as well as those that can be found on our shelves throughout the year. \nAs always we have a handful of free tickets for those who would like them. Please email bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live to claim these.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/lunchtime-lecture-with-fly-on-the-wall-press
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240122T200000
DTSTAMP:20231215T100814Z
CREATED:20231213T145101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T100814Z
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SUMMARY:The Book Club - Monday\, 22nd January 19:00-20:00 *ONLINE*
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Monday 22nd January via Zoom. This month\, we are reading The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The School for Good Mothers \nFrida Liu had fed and changed her toddler Harriet. She had a work deadline – an article to finish\, a job hanging by a thread\, a file she’d left in the office. She would go get it. Harriet would be fine. But then the neighbours heard her crying. \nSoon\, the state will decide that Frida is not fit to care for her daughter. That she must be re-trained. That bad mothers everywhere will be re-educated. Will their mistakes cost them everything? \nThe School for Good Mothers is an explosive and thrilling novel about love\, perfectionism and parenthood. \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups in breakout rooms to discuss the questions. A Zoom link will be emailed to ticketholders one week prior to the event starting. \nWe always ask that you be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-monday-22nd-january-1900-2000-online
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240115T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240115T193000
DTSTAMP:20240104T104432Z
CREATED:20240103T144704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T104432Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Monday Evening Social
DESCRIPTION:Let House of Books & Friends help you beat the Blue Monday blues! Offering you the chance to meet other members our wonderful community on what can be a difficult day of the year\, we will be running a range of ice breakers as well as a bookish quiz (with a chance to win a £10 voucher to spend in store) for all to get involved with. Our cafe will also be open for drinks and food\, catering to all dietary requirements. Our Pay It Forward tokens are always available for those who need it\, no questions asked. \nThis event is completely free and there is no need to register – just turn up. We hope this might be a little sunshine for everyone amidst the clouds. \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/blue-monday-evening-social
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240115T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240115T140000
DTSTAMP:20240104T104414Z
CREATED:20240103T144403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T104414Z
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SUMMARY:Blue Monday Afternoon Social
DESCRIPTION:Let House of Books & Friends help you beat the Blue Monday blues! Offering you the chance to meet other members our wonderful community on what can be a difficult day of the year\, we will be running a range of ice breakers as well as a bookish quiz (with a chance to win a £10 voucher to spend in store) for all to get involved with. Our cafe will also be open for drinks and food\, catering to all dietary requirements. Our Pay It Forward tokens are always available for those who need it\, no questions asked. \nThis event is completely free and there is no need to register – just turn up. We hope this might be a little sunshine for everyone amidst the clouds. \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/social-mixer-for-blue-monday
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231219T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231219T200000
DTSTAMP:20231213T145400Z
CREATED:20231213T145328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T145400Z
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SUMMARY:House of Books & Friends 1st Birthday Party!
DESCRIPTION:Next week\, House of Books & Friends turns ONE! We can’t quite believe we have been open for nearly a whole year. We are so grateful for the continued support from our community\, and we want to say thank you. 🎉 \nWith that in mind\, we are inviting you to our first birthday party! Taking place next Tuesday\, 19th December from 6-8pm\, it will be a chance to socialise\, buy books and have some cake to celebrate a year of House of Books & Friends. We’ll have HOBAF cupcakes\, and our café will be open too. Expect balloons\, party hats and good vibes as we look back over our first year. \nEntry is completely free and there’s no need to sign up – just turn up. We can’t wait to see you and celebrate a wonderful year! 🎈
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/house-of-books-friends-1st-birthday-party
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T200000
DTSTAMP:20231129T115436Z
CREATED:20231106T111305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T115436Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club Christmas Social
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate a wonderful year of book clubs with all our lovely bookworms\, for December we are hosting a social! Come together for the love of reading\, and meet more of the wonderful folk who have made our book club community such a welcoming place to be. Rather than a specific book\, we have put together our list of ‘The Book Club That Never Was’; all the books that did not make the cut for our meetings. Questions and talking points will be dotted around the room\, as well as copies available to buy in store in the lead up to the occasion. We will also have bookish bingo and games\, so no pre-reading required. \n \nTickets will be completely free; just show up and enjoy our café offerings as well as some delightful conversations with folks who have reads lots of the same books as you! We will also be announcing our 2024 book here  – show up to get your hands on our January title!
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/book-club-christmas-social
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T150000
DTSTAMP:20231027T141655Z
CREATED:20231024T082437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T141655Z
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SUMMARY:The Book Club - Thursday 30th November 14:00-15:00
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Thursday\, 30th November in store. This month\, we are reading The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho by Paterson Joseph. £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it. \nAbout The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho  \nIt’s 1746 and Georgian London is not a safe place for a young Black man\, especially one who has escaped slavery. After the twinkling lights in the Fleet Street coffee shops are blown out and the great houses have closed their doors for the night\, Sancho must dodge slave catchers and worse. The man he hoped would help – a kindly duke who taught him to write – is dying. Sancho is desperate and utterly alone. \nSo how does Charles Ignatius Sancho meet the King\, write and play highly acclaimed music\, become the first Black person to vote in Britain and lead the fight to end slavery? \nIt’s time for him to tell his story\, one that begins on a tempestuous Atlantic Ocean\, and ends at the very centre of London life. And through it all\, he must ask: born amongst death\, how much can you achieve in one short life?
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-thursday-30th-november-1400-1500
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231128T174500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231128T191500
DTSTAMP:20231027T141700Z
CREATED:20231024T081733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T141700Z
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SUMMARY:The Book Club - Tuesday\, 28th November 17:45-19:15
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Tuesday\, 28th November in store. This month\, we are reading The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho by Paterson Joseph. £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups to discuss the questions. \nWe always ask that you are be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it. \nAbout The Secret Diaries of  Charles Ignatius Sancho  \nIt’s 1746 and Georgian London is not a safe place for a young Black man\, especially one who has escaped slavery. After the twinkling lights in the Fleet Street coffee shops are blown out and the great houses have closed their doors for the night\, Sancho must dodge slave catchers and worse. The man he hoped would help – a kindly duke who taught him to write – is dying. Sancho is desperate and utterly alone. \nSo how does Charles Ignatius Sancho meet the King\, write and play highly acclaimed music\, become the first Black person to vote in Britain and lead the fight to end slavery? \nIt’s time for him to tell his story\, one that begins on a tempestuous Atlantic Ocean\, and ends at the very centre of London life. And through it all\, he must ask: born amongst death\, how much can you achieve in one short life?
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-tuesday-28th-november-1745-1915
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Book Club
ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231127T200000
DTSTAMP:20231027T141707Z
CREATED:20231024T080412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T141707Z
UID:3783-1701111600-1701115200@houseofbooksandfriends.live
SUMMARY:The Book Club - Monday\, 27th November *ONLINE*
DESCRIPTION:This session of The Book Club will take place on Monday 27th November via Zoom. This month\, we are reading The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho by Paterson Joseph – £9.99 is the price of the book and a ticket to the session. The book can be delivered directly to you (please add your shipping address and tick the box for shipping) or you can collect it in store free of charge. You can buy a book and ticket here. \nIf you already own a copy of the book\, you can purchase a ticket only for £3. You can purchase a ticket only here. \nAbout The Secret Diaries of Charles Ignatius Sancho \nIt’s 1746 and Georgian London is not a safe place for a young Black man\, especially one who has escaped slavery. After the twinkling lights in the Fleet Street coffee shops are blown out and the great houses have closed their doors for the night\, Sancho must dodge slave catchers and worse. The man he hoped would help – a kindly duke who taught him to write – is dying. Sancho is desperate and utterly alone. \nSo how does Charles Ignatius Sancho meet the King\, write and play highly acclaimed music\, become the first Black person to vote in Britain and lead the fight to end slavery? \nIt’s time for him to tell his story\, one that begins on a tempestuous Atlantic Ocean\, and ends at the very centre of London life. And through it all\, he must ask: born amongst death\, how much can you achieve in one short life? \n  \nFor those unable to afford a book or ticket at present\, we have a limited amount of complimentary books/tickets. Please contact the bookshop via bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live or call 07597365380. \nOne of our booksellers will lead the book club\, and the group will be split up into smaller groups in breakout rooms to discuss the questions. A Zoom link will be emailed to ticketholders one week prior to the event starting. \nWe always ask that you are be respectful and kind whilst discussing the book and others’ opinions of it.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/the-book-club-monday-27th-november-online
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
ORGANIZER;CN="House of Books & Friends":MAILTO:bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231125T150000
DTSTAMP:20231117T143158Z
CREATED:20231110T101558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T143158Z
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SUMMARY:Manchester Winter Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us at House of Books & Friends on Saturday 25th November as we host the Northern Independent Book Fair! Independent publishers from around the North will be joining us from 11am – 3pm for the chance to browse a range of titles and bookish gifts\, perfect for the giving season. \nWe will be joined by: \nNorthodox Press\nStairwell Books\nFlapjack Press\nBluemoose Books\nFly on the Wall\nComma Press\nDead Ink\nConfingo Publishing\nSaraband\nUCLan Publishing \nEntry is totally free\, and our cafe will be stocked with lovely wintery drinks to get you in the spirit! \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/manchester-winter-book-fair
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231124T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231124T133000
DTSTAMP:20231117T163746Z
CREATED:20231117T110428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T163746Z
UID:3972-1700829000-1700832600@houseofbooksandfriends.live
SUMMARY:Gaby Roslin - Guest Bookseller
DESCRIPTION:Gaby Roslin is coming to House of Books & Friends! \nOn Friday 24th November\, House of Books & Friends is thrilled to announce that Gaby Roslin will be joining us as our first ever ‘Guest Bookseller’. Gaby will be with us 12.30-1.30pm\, and spreading even more joy by signing copies of her book for all the lovely House of Books & Friends customers.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/gaby-roslin-guest-bookseller
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Daisy Morris: Community Is Your Currency
DESCRIPTION:We are extremely excited to announce House of Books & Friends are hosting social media strategist and writer Daisy Morris\, in celebration of the publication of her book Community Is Your Currency! Heralded as a fresh\, digestible guide on how to run online businesses and build a virtual community\, this is a book we really can’t wait to show off. \nTickets \nClick here to buy a book and ticket for £16.99\nClick here to buy a ticket only for £5 (this is redeemable against a copy of the book on the evening) \nThere are a small amount of tickets available for those unable to afford them at the moment – please contact us directly at 07597365380 or email bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live. \nAbout Community Is Your Currency \nThe key to a booming business is your community. Founder of social media consultancy The Selfhood\, Daisy Morris\, is here with the ultimate guide for all the side-hustlers\, creators\, business owners and freelancers looking to build a genuine community on social media. \nThis book drops the jargon – Daisy will teach you how to take your community on a journey. From brand awareness through to conversion\, you will have the confidence to expand your reach while nurturing your existing fans\, followers\, subscribers and customers to turn them in to loyal and repeat customers. You will learn how to create meaningful connections with your audience\, through real-life case studies\, simple exercises and top-notch business advice. A must-read for any business owner. \nAbout Daisy Morris \nDaisy Morris is a social media strategist and the Founder of social media consultancy and digital community\, The Selfhood – a six-figure business that has attracted a community of over 30\,000 creatives so far. She’s collaborated with many big brands\, including Microsoft\, Mind\, and London College of Fashion\, and The Selfhood has supported over 150 independent businesses in the past year. Community Is Your Currency is her first book.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-daisy-morris-community-is-your-currency
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Lecture with Persephone Books
DESCRIPTION:Persephone Books published its first title in the spring of 1999. Founder Nicola Beauman’s original concept was to re-print a handful of ‘lost’ or out-of-print books every year\, most of them interwar novels by women. House of Books & Friends are so excited to welcome Nicola to present a one hour lecture with Q&A all about her journey into publishing\, life as a bookstore owner\, and answering the most important question of all: why are all the books grey? \nPersephone Books reprints neglected fiction and non-fiction\, mostly by women writers and mostly dating from the mid-twentieth century. All of their 147 books are intelligent\, thought-provoking and beautifully written. As well as novels\, they publish short stories\, diaries\, memoirs\, poetry\, gardening books and cookery books; each title has an elegant grey jacket and a patterned endpaper\, along with a matching bookmark. \n\nThe talk will be on Thursday 16th November and begin at 2pm for an hour. Tickets are £3\, and are available to buy here. \nWe will also have a limited number of Persephone books available to purchase in store on the day – a beautiful present for all your bookish pals. \n\nAs always we have a handful of free tickets for those who would like them. Please email bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live to claim these.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/lunchtime-lecture-with-persephone-books
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Rose Cleary: How to Be a French Girl
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, 4th November for an evening with Rose Cleary as she discusses her debut novel\, How to Be a French Girl! This event will include a Q&A with Rose as well as a chance to get your book signed afterwards. \nTickets\nClick here to buy a book and ticket\nClick here to buy a ticket only \nThere are a small amount of tickets available for those unable to afford them at the moment – please contact us directly at 07597365380 or email bookworms@houseofbooksandfriends.live. \nAbout the book \nShe’s from Southend. She wanted to be an artist and ended up at the best art school in the country. But that didn’t work out. Now she works as a receptionist in an IT firm\, where her only creative outlet is arranging the sandwiches she’s ordered in for other people’s meetings. And she still lives in Southend. Outside work\, soulless sex has become a symptom of her boredom. Then Gustav appears: older\, perceptive\, attentive. And French. He’s her way out\, she thinks. But more than that\, a chance to be creative again: to become someone new. How to be a French Girl is a fierce\, disturbing and funny debut novel about desire\, art and what we’ll risk to change ourselves. \nAbout the author \nRose Cleary is a writer and author from Essex\, UK. Her writing and analysis on arts and culture has been published by Hyperallergic\, New Socialist and Harlow Arts Trust. Rose’s debut novel\, How to be a French Girl\, was published by Weatherglass Books in August 2023.
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/an-evening-with-rose-cleary-how-to-be-a-french-girl
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author Event
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SUMMARY:Children's Event: A M Dassu in conversation with Liz Kessler - Kicked Out
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to be hosting the launch event for A M Dassu’s highly-anticipated sequel to Boy\, Everywhere – Kicked Out\, published by Old Barn Books. \nA M Dassu will be in conversation with the award-winning author Liz Kessler as they discuss the themes explored in Kicked Out; displaced people\, combatting stereotypes\, empathy and the Manchester setting of the book. A M Dassu will read from Kicked Out and there will be lots of time for her to answer all your questions. The talk will be followed by a book signing. \nTickets\nClick here to buy a book and ticket\nClick here to buy a ticket only \n1 ticket per child. Suitable for children age 11+ years old. Adults accompanying children are welcome to sit in on the event or browse in the shop\, but children must not be left alone unsupervised – adults must remain in the building. \nAbout A M Dassu \nA M Dassu is the internationally acclaimed author of Boy\, Everywhere and Fight Back\, which have collectively been listed for forty-six awards\, including the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize\, the Carnegie Medal\, The Little Rebels Award for Radical Fiction and the inaugural Week Junior Award. \nShe is a director at Inclusive Minds\, which is an organisation for people who are passionate about inclusion\, diversity\, equality and accessibility in children’s literature\, and a patron of The Other Side of Hope\, a literary magazine edited by immigrants and refugees\, which serves to celebrate the refugee and immigrant communities worldwide. \nA M Dassu grew up in the Midlands dreaming of becoming a writer but studied economics instead and worked in marketing and project management before realising her dream. She writes books that challenge stereotypes\, humanise the ‘other’ and are full of empathy\, hope and heart. Her previous book\, Boot It! was a bestselling £1 World Book Day 2023 novel. \nAbout Liz Kessler \nLiz Kessler is the author of twenty-seven books for children and young adults. Her books range from Early Readers to books for Young Adults and include the internationally best-selling series about half-mermaid Emily Windsnap. She has an MA in Novel Writing from Manchester Metropolitan University and has been a full-time author for the last twenty years. Her last novel\, When the World Was Ours\, was inspired by her father’s childhood escape from the Nazis just before the second world war. It was shortlisted for over twenty-five awards\, winning eleven of these\, in England\, Europe and the USA. Her new book\, Code Name Kingfisher\, features two sisters who join the Dutch Resistance in the early 1940s and came out in September this year. \n  \n 
URL:https://houseofbooksandfriends.live/event/childrens-event-a-m-dassu-in-conversation-with-liz-kessler-kicked-out
LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's Events
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