Here’s a guide to some of the books we can’t wait to read when they are published…
Kids, Wait Till You Hear This by Liza Minelli:
In surely what has to be one of the most anticipated autobiographies of the year, Liza Minelli tells her story from rising star of Broadway to Hollywood stardom – with all the highs and lows of life in between. It is sure to be an insightful and fascinating read into how certain friendships helped to shape her life as well as her personal struggles. Perfectly timed for release in honour of her 80th birthday, this her chance to tell her story in her own words and dispel some media myths.
Rasputin: and the Downfall of the Romanovs by Antony Beevor:
This new book examines the life of Rasputin and his influence over the Russian royal family and how much influence he had on the downfall of the Romanovs. It is set to offer a different perspective of this fascinating part of history to showcase just how complex of a personality Rasputin really was.
This fourth collection of diaries and prose covers the years 2016 to 2024, the diaries take us through lockdown, Brexit, the reign of Johnson, the rise of Trump and the death of the Queen. With 2026 being the year that Bennett turns 90, it is a book of reflection and memory but it will also be filled with humour along the way.
The News from Dublin by Colm Tóibín:
This new collection of short stories from the author of ‘Brooklyn’ and ‘Long Island’ concentrates on the lives living far from home: lives of great longing, at a great distance from past lives and past selves. From a woman in Galway who hears of the death of her son in the First World War to a man who goes to Dublin from Enniscorthy to implore the Minister for Health for a special favour there are plenty of characters and stories to immerse themselves in.
The Beheading Game by Rebecca Lehmann:
Due out towards the end of March, Rebecca Lehmann’s latest book offers a different perspective of what happens after Anne Boleyn’s beheading in which she seeks justice and dealing with unfinished business with the king who had her murdered and trying to ensure that her daughter has a settled future. The premise sounds completely intriguing – particularly for anyone with a love of Tudor based stories.