Books
Welcome to the book-y corner of Mumsnet, a space packed with compelling guest author webchats, regular book giveaways and stimulating Talk topics.
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May book of the month
Meet Carlos Ruiz Zafón on 4 June when he joins us to discuss the latest in his Cemetery of Forgotten Books series. In it a stranger leaves Fermin a book with an odd inscription and his dark past looks set to return.
Non-fiction book of the month
Vanished Years by Rupert Everett: A darkly comic collection of snapshots from Rupert Everett's tumultuous life, the book is like a throwback to the age of Evelyn Waugh or David Niven.
Children's book club
Books of the month: Stop Tippy TinkleTrousers' reign of terror with Captain Underpants, and enjoy the friendship of Pip and Posy as Pip begins potty training.
Book giveaways
This week's giveaways: The Hive is warm and funny story about group politics and female friendships. Invisible Girl is a moving tale about a girl who runs away from home and slips through the cracks.
Join book club
If Goodnight Moon was the last book you finished and your brain is starting to atrophy, it's high time you joined Mumsnet book club. Brain-stimulating banter guaranteed. And free copies of our chosen books up for grabs, too.
Book of Bedtime Stories
Bedtime Stories: Read the latest blogs from Walkers as they work with the competition winners to create the Mumsnet Book of Bedtime Stories.
Author webchats
Question time: Find out why Hilary Mantel found Cromwell 'exhilarating company', which books Madeline Miller comfort reads, and if Gillian Flynn would cast Ryan Gosling in Gone Girl.
Favourite children's books
Childhood favourites: Emma Donoghue thrived on the Narnia series, Betsy Tobin loved Judy Blume and Kate Atkinson is a Just William fan. Discover which books inspired your favourite authors.
Browse our book library
Reading list: Stumped on your next book choice? Be inspired by our archive of Mumsnet book club choices. There's a wealth of wonderful novels.
Book club newsletter
Have you signed up to our book club newsletter yet? It's a veritable monthly treat, packed with book giveaways, dates for your diary and the juiciest Talk threads.
