The all-new Mumsnet debut fiction club is designed to introduce Mumsnet's legions of bibliophiles to first-time authors whom we think you'll find interesting and engaging. This month, we're pleased to present Gill Hornby and her debut novel The Hive, which focuses on the ever-shifting, often unfathomable politics of the school gate. Think the children have it tough? Wait until you hear what the mothers have to go through.
If you'd like to read and review the book, apply for a free copy here.
Meanwhile, Gill will be offering her tips for budding authors and answering questions about the book when she takes over @Mumsnetbookclub Twitter at 9pm on Wednesday June 25: share your school gate stories with the author (#TheHive), and you'll be entered into a draw to win £100-worth of books, courtesy of Little Brown publishers.