Books
15 brilliant books to gift your friend who has ‘read everything’
A selection of beautifully written and lovingly designed books released or reissued this year that we would gladly find under our tree.
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Five beautiful travel books from Monocle to guarantee a well-spent summer
Whether you’re bound for breezy coastlines, vibrant cities or serene countryside, Monocle’s travel guides are your passport to a smarter season.
How one fax led to Jaime Daez building the Philippines’ fastest-growing bookstore
He became a print distributor almost by chance. Now he runs one of Philippine’s leading bookshop chains.
Hot tickets: The best of this month’s cultural releases
On our round-up is everything from a steamy Brazilian thriller and an art installation’s debut in Iceland to a small-screen exploration of humans and machines.
Interview: Canadian author Éric Chacour, a rising star on Québec’s literary scene
How growing up between cultures informed his award-winning debut novel.
The art of a narrative: How Louise Courvoisier and Natasha Brown bring stories to life
Slice of lifeLouise Courvoisier, director The process of making comté cheese isn’t something that has had much cinematic airtime. But director Louise Courvoisier puts the arduous task centre stage in Holy Cow. The new…
Novel approach: Casa del Libro, the Spanish bookseller taking on Amazon overseas
Casa del Libro prides itself on democratising literature and elevating the book-buying experience. Now it’s expanding across the country and competing with major corporations worldwide.
Three literary leaders share their predictions for the book industry in 2025
The mood is bullish at Frankfurt Book Fair, where industry players plot the future of book publishing and get deals done. So what’s in store for 2025? Read on to find out.
10 of the best bookshops in Paris
Too many places have lost their love of print. But the French capital is a haven for anyone who wants to lose themselves in a thriller or even teach their children to read.
Recommended reading: 50 books that will stay with you
We explore the volumes that have touched the lives of friends of Monocle, drawn from the worlds of design, culture, food and more.
How Livraria Lello continues to stay relevant in the 21st century
The team behind this literary haven is developing a business model for the modern age.
