Books & Poetry

By Londonist

This Book Proves Londoners Still Talk To Their Neighbours

Wembley Speaks: Snapshots Of A Year Of Conversations.

By Londonist

London Short Fiction: 'Crosswords' By Ian McAuley

A corrupt criminal barrister getting his comeuppance in a fantastical way.

By Londonist

Recipe: How To Make Bread Ahead's Divine Chelsea Buns

A classic London recipe with extra oomph.

Art & Photography

By Londonist

In Pictures: London's Lesser-Known Art Deco Gems

Fire stations, laundries and garages.

By M@

London's Street Art Culture Celebrated In Astonishing New Book

The artists, the walls, the culture, the history.

Art & Photography

By Will Noble

Just Some Pictures Of London Vents Looking Spectacular

Because sometimes it's good to vent.

By Andrew Martin

"How I Wrote The Moquette Mystery, A Detective Caper Set In 1930s London"

"The Tube is full of mysteries."

By Will Noble

Diane Abbott To Deserter: Grab Free/Cheap Tickets To SE London Bookfest

What a line-up!

By Peter Ackroyd

Flappers, Martinis And Chewing Gum: A Sketch Of 1920s London

When London let its hair down.

By M@

The Greatest Buildings Of Battersea And Clapham

New book explores 50 architectural treasures.

Art & Photography

By Will Noble

In Pictures: The Vintage Garages Of London

Pull over and take a look at these beauts.

By M@

Dark London By Dr Drew Gray, A New Book About London's Grimmer Side

Dark tales from London's past.

By Londonist

Check Out These Corinthian Figures For Every Major London Football Club

A new book explores the history of the tiny figurines.

By Will Noble

Paris Vs London According To An 18th Century Observer

"In Paris food is mainly soup... In London roast meat is consumed everywhere."

By Will Noble

Paris Vs London According To An 18th Century Observer

"In Paris food is mainly soup... In London roast meat is consumed everywhere."

By Will Noble

British Library Reinstates Oscar Wilde's Reader Pass 130 Years After Expelling Him

Better late than never.

By Maire Rose Connor

Mapped: London's Best Independent Bookshops

Where to find everything from 17th century tomes to new releases.

By Neil Root

The Cleveland Street Scandal: A Victorian Tale Of Forbidden Sex And Establishment Cover-Up

"London's Vile Scandal".

Art & Photography

By Will Noble

20 Mesmerising Photos Of London Between The 1910s And 1980s

Times photography book is coffee table must-have.

By M@

Modern London Maps: The Best 20th Century Maps Collected In One Book

The most beautiful way to get lost.

By M@

Around Chelsea In 50 Buildings

Chelsea, it turns out, is rather historic.

By M@

Londonist Asks Someone Random Questions: South London Writer Chris Roberts

His new short stories will delight south Londoners.

By Will Noble

All London Underground Book Swaps Closed At Request Of Fire Brigade

Sad and sudden end to much-loved scheme.

By M@

Green London: Rediscover London's Leafy Places With A Gorgeous New Book

David Fathers covers 14 green walking routes.