Bookworms Guide: June Edition
This June, we’re shining a light on titles that educate, inspire, and entertain, covering everything from coding and creative writing to the strategy of the 64 squares. Whether you're exploring the adrenaline-charged legacy of Porsche RS models, diving into the future of programming with GitHub Copilot, or mastering the timeless resilience of the London System in chess, there’s something here to spark every curiosity.
Looking for your next great summer read to keep you engaged and informed as the days grow longer? Keep reading to discover what belongs on your summer TBR.
James Joyce, Ulysses Map
In Ulysses, James Joyce captures the lives of three characters, Stephen Dedalus, Leopold Bloom, and Molly Bloom, over the course of just one day: 16 June 1904. This beautifully designed literary map retraces their footsteps through the streets of Dublin, bringing the novel’s geography vividly to life.
Perfect for visual learners and literary explorers alike, the map’s form and colour draw inspiration from the very first edition of this modernist masterpiece. Let it transport you, walk the same streets, visit the same places, and relive one of literature’s most iconic journeys.
RRP £7.99 | ISBN: 9789198945652 | Publication Date: 16 June 2025
London System
Chess theory is constantly evolving, but sometimes the most effective strategies are the classic ones. This book revisits one such approach: the often-overlooked queenside openings. The London System (1 d4 Nf6 2 Nf3 followed by 3 Bf4) is enjoying a modern revival, gaining popularity in recent years.
Its underrated status gives players a tactical advantage, catching opponents off guard in a way that more common lines rarely do. Built on a strong, reliable structure, the London System emphasizes strategic play over memorizing sharp computer lines. In this guide, Cyrus Lakdawala presents a practical, easy-to-follow repertoire for White that works against all Black responses, using a question-and-answer format to deepen your understanding.
RRP £19.99 | ISBN: 9781836840084 | Publication Date: 1 June 2025
L. Ron Hubbard Presents of the Future Volume 41
Writers of the Future Volume 41 brings together an electrifying collection of stories from rising stars in science fiction, fantasy, and beyond. Whether you’re drawn to dystopian futures, alien worlds, or enchanted realms, this anthology will transport you far beyond the limits of your imagination.
Each tale is paired with striking illustrations that bring the characters' adventures, and their trials, to vivid life. You'll also find rare insights into the craft of storytelling from legendary authors including L. Ron Hubbard, Robert J. Sawyer, and Tom Wood.
This volume is a testament to the lasting legacy of the Writers of the Future contest, a launchpad for some of today’s bestselling authors.
RRP £17.99 | ISBN: 9781619868441 | Publication Date: 18 June 2025
Murach’s AI-Assisted Programming with Copilot
In today’s fast-paced tech world, staying ahead means constantly learning and mastering the latest tools that boost your efficiency. The hottest trend in programming right now is harnessing the power of AI to streamline coding, and there’s no better way to do that than with GitHub Copilot.
This book is a must-have for any programmer eager to unlock AI’s potential to accelerate development and elevate code quality. With Copilot, you’ll even find yourself creating software that might have once seemed out of reach. Covering popular languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and SQL, with exercises included.
RRP £40.99 | ISBN: 9781943873234 | Publication Date: 30 June 2025
Porsche RS
For over 50 years, Porsche’s RS models have embodied the ultimate blend of lightweight engineering, raw power, and precision handling. Short for Renn Sport, German for “racing sport”, the RS badge is a legendary mark of performance across generations of the iconic 911.
From the early days of the 550 RS and 1500 RS to the now-mythic first 911 RS, and right through to today’s cutting-edge 992 GT3 RS, every RS model is explored in detail.
With vibrant photography and rare insights from the engineers, designers, and insiders who helped shape these machines, this is the ultimate read for any Porsche enthusiast, or the perfect gift for one.
RRP £54.99 | ISBN: 9780764369155 | Publication Date: 28 June 2025