#ShowUsYourShelves

Last week we asked you, our lovely HQ family, to #ShowUsYourShelves – and you certainly rose to the challenge. We were trending in 5 different countries and received THOUSANDS of picture-perfect shelfies, with plenty still popping up on our Twitter feed. We are so grateful to all of you who… Read More

Book Club: The Irresistible Power of What If with Miranda Dickinson

People often ask me where I find my ideas for books. The answer is, everywhere: a snippet of conversation overheard in a coffee shop; a news article that catches my eye; pictures, places or a piece of music that set my imagination firing. But in the end, it always boils… Read More

Win £500 of vouchers for The White Company with Just My Luck!

It’s the stuff dreams are made of – a lottery win so big, it changes everything.  To celebrate the 20th book in 20 years from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Adele Parks, we’re giving you the chance to win £500 worth of vouchers from The White… Read More

Mother’s Day: Advice from our authors!

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we asked some of our authors to share the best advice they (or their characters!) have ever received from their own mums. After all, mum knows best! Check out these fabulous anecdotes below:   LIZ FENWICK, author of The Path to… Read More

Discover This Lovely City with London’s Top Jazz Clubs

Louise Hare’s This Lovely City is a poignant story set against the backdrop of London in the Windrush era. The story follows a character who is a postman by day, jazz musician by night. Even now, jazz is still very much a part of London. You can still go out… Read More

Darren O’Sullivan’s Top Three Tips

For years, long before I ever let myself consider that I could write a book, I have been pulled in as many readers are by taglines telling me that the book I am about to read is gripping and unputdownable. And when my journey as an author began, I desperately… Read More

Escape with Aria… and win Neal’s Yard goodies!

Ready for an adventure?   You’ve travelled with Rosie, now jump on the caravan with Aria! Pre-order Rebecca Raisin’s new read Aria’s Travelling Book Shop now. Complete with a gorgeously patterned wash bag, we’re offering you a collection of Neal’s Yard products, including some Wild Rose Hand Cream and the wonderfully… Read More

International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. This International Women’s Day we are thrilled to be highlighting some remarkable women writers that… Read More

Win a gift box of goodies from the Lake District with Sarah Morgan!

To celebrate the publication of Family for Beginners we’ve teamed up with The Little Lakeland Soap Company to bring you a box full of beautifully scented goodies handmade in the gateway to the Lake District. Sarah Morgan is known for setting her novels in the most… Read More

WIN the perfect gifts for Mother’s Day!

Worried about what to get your mum for Mother’s Day? Never fear – we’ve got you covered with this amazing competition. For a chance to win this bundle of brilliant books, plus some luxurious Neal’s Yard hand cream and a tasty Hotel Chocolat treat, simply follow… Read More

A Non-Romantic’s Guide to Valentine’s Day with Portia MacIntosh

Valentine’s Day isn’t for everyone. Whether you are single, taken, or ‘it’s complicated’, some people just aren’t down for the lovey-dovey day. Can’t be bothered with cards? Is heart-shaped chocolate the one chocolate you find easy to turn down? Don’t fancy a 14th February date night with all the other… Read More

Books to fall in ❤️ with this Valentine’s Day!

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Team HQ are feeling full of love and we’d love to share this with you. That’s why we’re giving you the chance to win this gorgeous bundle of HQ titles, complete with a mini Moet and a tasty chocolate treat. Savour feelgood romances… Read More