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Welcome Generous Readers, to BookKind's Books of the Month. Each month, we'll select one fiction, one non-fiction, and one children’s book we think deserve to be discovered and enjoyed by readers of all ages. You’ll also find a charity spotlight title connected to one of our inspiring charity partners, showcasing books that engage with important topics and build awareness.

Fiction Book of the Month

Chosen Family by Madeline Gray

Books about friendship are not often described as love stories, but this one is. From the author of Green Dot, comes a witty coming-of-age novel, exploring female intimacy as two friends trace a path through love, hurt and desire.

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Non-Fiction Book of the Month

Start Where You Are
by Sabrina Pace-Humphreys

Whether you are at the start of your running journey, or resuming running after a break, Sabrina Pace-Humphreys has all the advice you need to get going. Instilling freedom and finding joy in movement, this empowering guide is the perfect starting point for all women who feel the need to run.

Children's Book of the Month

Tree Thing by Piers Torday &
illus. by Matthew Taylor Wilson

Gorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, Tree Thing celebrates bravery, hope and the marvels of the natural world. From the acclaimed, award-winning author and environmental campaigner, Piers Torday, comes an unforgettable fable for all ages. A brilliantly illustrated story for young and old.

From mental health, LGBTQ+ experiences, to human rights and climate change; each month we'll be shining a light on books with themes related to one of our eleven charity partners. Words have the power to change the world, and we believe these books should be celebrated for doing just that.

When you purchase a copy of The Unexpected Journey by Emma Hemming Willis, choose Dementia UK as your chosen cause and we'll donate 10% of your purchase to help fund their important work.

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Our chosen dementia charity beneficiary is Dementia UK (registered charity 1039404), who provide specialist nurses to offer life-changing advice and support to anyone affected by dementia.

Select 'Dementia' as your chosen charity cause and 10% of the value of your order today will be donated to Dementia UK via Work for Good.

Visit the Dementia UK website.