Whether you're basking in the sun or escaping it with a good read indoors, this month's book spotlight delivers a little something for everyone. From a visual journey through the golden age of crime cinema to sun safety tips for outdoor adventurers.

July's picks strike a perfect balance of entertainment and education. Raise a glass to the entrepreneurial escapades of The Firkin Saga, relive iconic movie moments in The Art of Classic Crime and Mystery Movies, learn how to protect your skin with Safe in the Sun, and uncover history’s hidden lessons while having fun. These reads are as refreshing as a cold drink on a hot day, perfect companions for the long summer stretch ahead.

NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH!

Imagine this: a lifelong Chelsea fan lands the chance of a lifetime, an apprenticeship during the club’s most glamorous era. But just as the dream begins, the cracks start to show.

In this gripping memoir, Nothing But the Truth, Steve Wicks pulls back the curtain on Chelsea FC’s most chaotic era. From joining as a young apprentice in the club’s golden age to navigating financial crises, relegation, and locker-room drama, Wicks saw it all, on and off the pitch. With transfers driven by desperation and promotions earned by grit, his story captures the highs and lows of life at one of England’s biggest clubs. Raw, honest, and unforgettable, this is a must-read for any true Blues fan.

RRP: £20.00 | Publication Date: 31 July 2025| ISBN: 9781915616241 | Publisher: Empire Publications

The Firkin Saga

When David Bruce OBE opened The Goose & Firkin in 1979, London’s first brewpub in nearly a century, he wasn’t just starting a business, he was starting a movement. The Firkin Saga chronicles the unpredictable, often hilarious, and always entertaining story of the man behind Bruce’s Brewery and the iconic Firkin pubs.

From quirky pub names and punchy ales to boardroom negotiations and unexpected detours, Bruce’s journey is anything but conventional. With wit, candour and the occasional pint in hand, he shares lessons learned from decades of entrepreneurial highs and lows, from trusting your gut to letting go when it counts. Whether you’re here for the business insights or the behind-the-bar anecdotes, The Firkin Saga is a refreshing look at what it really takes to shake up an industry and have fun doing it.

RRP: £18.99 | Publication Date: 3 July 2025 | ISBN: 9781915483966 | Publisher: Right Book Press

Safe in the Sun

Summer’s in full swing, and with long days spent playing outside, sun safety has never been more important. Safe in the Sun is the perfect read to help kids enjoy the season while learning how to protect themselves from harmful UV rays.

Follow four friends on a summer adventure where a simple lesson in sunscreen and smart choices makes all the difference. Written by dermatologist and dad Dr Adam Schmitt, this story blends fun with facts, giving young readers the tools they need to stay safe, healthy, and active all season long. Whether it's cloudy or clear, this book is a sunny-day must for every kid’s bookshelf.

RRP: £10.99 | Publication Date: 22 July 2025| ISBN: 9798988727743 | Publisher: North Star Kids

The Art of Classic Crime and Mystery Movies

Calling all film buffs and vintage design lovers, The Art of Classic Crime and Mystery Movies is a showstopper. This stunning collection of over 800 movie posters takes readers on a visual tour through the shadowy world of crime and mystery cinema, from early Poverty Row gems to the gritty classics of the 1970s.

With rich commentary from film historian Ed Hulse, this large-format volume doesn't just celebrate the genre's iconic imagery, it tells the story behind the art. Posters are grouped by theme for a curated journey through noir archetypes, studio styles, and global influences. Add in behind-the-scenes photos and rare interviews, and this is more than a coffee-table book, it’s a love letter to a golden age of cinematic storytelling. Whether you’re a lifelong cinephile or a curious newcomer, this one’s a killer pick for your collection.

RRP: £54.99 | Publication Date: 28 July 2025| ISBN: 9780764369278 | Publisher: Schiffer Publications

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