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Katy shines a spotlight on the creativity of women artists and the way they have shaped our world. From Sofonisba Anguissola of the Renaissance to Harriet Powers in 19th century USA, and the female artists defining art today, this is art history like you’ve never seen it before. Katy is a British art historian, broadcaster, writer and curator.
Frida had fed and changed her toddler. She needs to finish an article but she’s left a file on her desk at work. She leaves her child and goes to retrieve it. Now the state has decided she’s not fit to care for her daughter. Mothers everywhere are about to be re-educated, but will their mistakes cost them everything? The School for Good Mothers is a debut novel by American writer Jessamine Chan.
Who knows you better than your best friend? Edi and Ash have been best friends for more than 40 years. When Edi is diagnosed with terminal cancer, Ash dedicates her time to caring for Edi. This uplifting story is about squeezing the joy out of every moment and why memories are so important. Catherine is the author of the memoirs Catastrophic Happiness and Waiting for Birdy, as well as the bestselling children’s book How to be a Person.
Sally lives with her husband Bill, adult son Dan, and four of Dan’s friends (they can’t afford to rent anywhere else). When her best friend Jen makes a shocking confession, Sally gives her some very bad advice and, with a growing political scandal, Bill’s career as Minister for Housing takes a dramatic turn. Author Jane wrote her first novel, Domestic Bliss And Other Disasters, after retirement and has gained a following for her books ever since. Jane is heading home to speak about her writing at the Morpeth Book Festival on 31st March.
Lucy is a writer, mental health campaigner and former columnist for Sarah Millican’s Standard Issue. In her new book she exposes 10 of the most harmful mental health stereotypes, exploring the impact of social media and how mental health is represented in popular culture for example. With the help of experts and those who have been affected by such stereotypes, Lucy proposes ways to tackle the stigma.
Jess has reached 30 with everything she’s ever wanted but a shock diagnosis of breast cancer turns her world upside down. With her future now uncertain, Jess doesn’t want to be left behind. Annabel has incurable cancer and she’s determined to show Jess how to make every day count. Laura is a food journalist, podcast host and now author of this poignant read.
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