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Weaving fiction with the facts where these are known, We Are All Witches invites the reader to explore the forces at work in one of the darkest episodes of Scotland's history and consider their echoes in the present day. “Springing directly from the pioneering Witches of Scotland campaign, Kidd has imagined lively and convincing voices from the past to commemorate the lost lives of Scotland’s witches, reminiscent of Jenni Fagan’s Hex.” – Sara Sheridan, author of The Fair Botanists “This clever and compelling book brings the victims of the witch hunts into sharp focus. This book is a must for anyone interested in this...

Itchy Coo at 20 Itchy Coo Books, led for the past 20 years by writers Matthew Fitt and James Robertson, was founded in August 2002. Working with Black & White, our fabulous publishing partners, Itchy Coo has produced over 80 braw titles in Scots and made the Scots language exciting, fun and easy to read. To celebrate our 20th birthday, Itchy Coo will be hosting a special event at the Edinburgh Book Festival on Sunday 21st of August 2022. And we are publishing these brilliant books to mark our special year. Read more about Itchy Coo at 20 in The Bookseller online.

Behind Frenemy Lines is a creative, fun-filled premise, with delightful characters that had us laughing out loud. Lauren has such a distinct voice in the YA genre, and we are so pleased to be working with her again to publish her new novel. Price says: “I cannot believe that it’s almost time for Behind Frenemy Lines to meet the world. This book has been a passion project since I was 15 years old, and we have both grown so much since that wobbly first draft. This book means so much to me, and I am beyond thrilled to be able to share it.”...

Happy publication day to Sean Murphy and The Scottish Gin Bible!    With tasting notes and tips from master distillers, entrepreneurs and producers of Scottish gin, this guide is for every type of gin enthusiast, whether you are looking for fascinating distillery tours, or a new botanical for your tastebuds to explore. Accompanied by cocktail recipes to turn any fan into a fully-fledged mixologist, The Scottish Gin Bible is the ultimate guide to a gin lover's favourite tipple. Order your copy here.