Griffin Books- Our Spring Recommendations

Katherine PeachCreative, Culture

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Non-Fiction

Taking the Plunge: The Healing Power of Wild Swimming for Mind, Body and Soul

By Anna Deacon & Vicky Allan

Championed by such famous faces as Miranda Hart and Jo Whiley, this is the perfect beginners’ guide for those considering starting wild swimming. Including handy tips and tricks on what to bring and where to go, as well as inspirational stories and breathtaking images of scenery and swimmers, ‘Taking the Plunge’ shows open water as a great healer, ready to wash away sadness, stress, grief and pain, and welcome in joy, confidence, adventure and friendship.

Fiction

Em & Me

By Beth Morrey

From the author of bestseller ‘Saving Missy’, ‘Em & Me’ is a life-affirming, deeply moving story about human connection and second chances. Centring on a devoted mother, Delphine, and a secret she’s been keeping from her daughter Em. This big-hearted novel shows the joy that can come from moving outside of your comfort zone after many years of living in safe shades of grey.

Children’s

Hello Spring

By Jo Lindley

The first time in Little Seasons collection by Cardiff author/illustrator Jo Lindley, which follows four magical friends who control the seasons. Hello Spring follows Spring as she slowly starts to realise not everything can be perfect, even when she’s wearing the Weather Crown! This delightful picture book, perfect for readers ages 2-5, gently explores the topics of anxiety and the resilience of friendship/

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