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Allison & Busby has been publishing quality books from outstanding writers since 1969.

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Book of the month

Envelopes (Hardback, £10.00)

Harriet Russell

This is undoubtedly one of the most delightful and unique books we have ever come across... Inspired by the many misaddressed envelopes which still arrive at their intended destination, Harriet Russell set out to see how far Royal Mail could be engaged beyond the call of duty. She began sending letters to herself, concealing the address in both decorative, imaginative and enigmatic ways. Some required that the postman complete a crossword, join the dots, or follow a maze to decipher the address! The book is a collection of these wonderful envelopes which did reach her safely thanks to the playfulness and perseverance of many postal workers. It is simply a delight to flick through the pages and it makes for a wonderfully unique gift-book this Christmas.

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Editors Choice

Encyclopaedia of Classic Saturday Night Telly, The (Paperback 6.99)

Jack Kibble-White
Steven Williams

In this witty and nostalgic romp through the highlights and lowlights of Saturday Night Telly, Jack Kibble-White and Steve Williams remind of us the great, the iconic, the hilarious and the just plain embarrassing moments that have made Saturday night TV so entertaining. A festive book to get the whole family reminiscing and riled up debating whether The Two Ronnies beats The X Factor...

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Backlist book of the month

Elizabeth I Omnibus (Paperback 9.99)

Margaret Irwin

Now all three of Margaret Irwin`s classic Elizabeth novels can now be enjoyed in this beautiful single volume. Comprising `Young Bess`, `Elizabeth, Captive Princess` and `Elizabeth and the Prince of Spain`, this is a rich and compelling trilogy and a must-read in the historical genre.

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Crime Fiction book of the month

Murder in Paradise (Hardback £19.99)

Alanna Knight

This Christmas celebrate the return of Inspector Faro - Alanna Knight`s best-loved hero! This is the prequel to the acclaimed series and sees a young Faro on his first case where he stumbles on a plot involving the theft of a priceless jewel and the truth behind a close friend`s mysterious bride-to-be...

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Coming Soon

Detox Your Finances: The Ultimate Book of Money Matters for Women (Paperback, £7.99)

Justine Trueman