Bücher veröffentlicht von Canongate Books

The bestselling, agenda-setting study of motivation from the internationally bestselling author of To Sell is Human and When

The touching, funny and heartwarming new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of How to Stop Time and Reasons to Stay Alive

A celebration of the process and artwork created for the Radiohead albums Kid A and Amnesiac

Go the Fuck to Sleep is a bedtime book for parents who live in the real world, where a few snoozing kitties and cutesy rhymes don't always send a toddler sailing off to dreamland. Profane, affectionate and refreshingly honest, it captures the familiar and unspoken tribulations of putting your child to bed for the night. Colourfully illustrated and hilariously funny, this is a breath of fresh air for parents new, old, and expectant*. (*You should probably not read this to your children.)

The final collection of poetry from the world's greatest lyricist Leonard Cohen, introduced by his son Adam Cohen

The Lonely City is a captivating book by Olivia Laing, published in 2017 by Canongate Books. This book explores the subject of loneliness in a unique and profound way, taking the reader on a journey through the busy streets and crowded apartments of the city. The author uses her personal experiences and observations to illuminate the complexities of isolation and solitude in the urban environment. The Lonely City is a thought-provoking read that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt alone in a crowd. Despite being set in the hustle and bustle of the city, it is a book that speaks to the universal human experience of loneliness. Published by Canongate Books, this is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary literature.

'Matt Haig is a supreme talent and a writer to cherish, and The Humans is undoubtedly his magnum opus' Guardian

An utterly captivating novel about female strength. Set during Mussolini's 1935 invasion of Ethiopia, The Shadow King casts a light on the women soldiers written out of African history

The follow-up to the number one Sunday Times bestseller Reasons to Stay Alive

Introduced by Margaret Atwood

Introduced by Robert Macfarlane and with an afterword by Jeanette Winterson

A compelling investigation into the minds, motives and methods of con artists by a New York Times bestselling psychologist

The perfect gift book for the literary cat lover - musings on the magical mystique of our feline friends, from American icon Charles Bukowski

One of the great novels of L.A., a semi-autobiographical story of a struggling writer ('Fante was my God', Charles Bukowski)

Read by the author and with a soundtrack by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis

Michel Faber's first novel in twelve years. Soon to be Amazon original series Oasis in 2017

Why Women Grow, a compelling book by Alice Vincent, is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the unique experiences of women. Published in 2023 by Canongate Books, this book delves into the complexities of womanhood, offering a fresh perspective on the subject. The genre of the book is a blend of personal narrative and insightful commentary, making it a fascinating read. Vincent's eloquent writing and thought-provoking insights make this book a standout in its genre. Don't miss out on this captivating book from Canongate Books.

Confront the spectre of failure, the wraith of social media, and other supernatural enemies of the authorTom Gauld returns with his wittiest and most trenchant collection of literary cartoons to date. Perfectly composed drawings are punctuated with the artist's signature brand of humour, hitting high and low. After all, Gauld is just as comfortable taking jabs at Jane Eyre and Game of Thrones. Some particularly favoured targets include the pretentious procrastinating novelist, the commercial mercenary of the dispassionate editor, the willful obscurantism of the vainglorious poet. Quake in the presence of the stack of bedside books as it grows taller! Gnash your teeth at the ever-moving deadline that the writer never meets! Quail before the critic's incisive dissection of the manuscript! And most importantly, seethe with envy at the paragon of creative productivity!Revenge of the Librarians contains even more murders, drubbings, and castigations than The Department of Mind-Blowing Theories, Baking For Kafka, or any other collections of mordant scribblings by the inimitably excellent Gauld.

LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE. The new novel, drenched in sex, death and narcotics, in sudden violence, old magic and the mysteries of love, from the winner of the IMPAC Award and the Goldsmiths Prize

Tan Twan Eng's rich, absorbing, internationally bestselling, Man Booker-shortlisted epic

The new collection from multi-award-winning cartoonist Tom Gauld - the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere

Tells the story of two men, one white and one Native American, connected by their own understandings of life yet struggling to find a common voice. As they journey together through small Indian towns and down forgotten roads, these two men will travel beyond myth and stereotype, revealing an America few people ever get to see.

The Way of All Flesh is a captivating novel penned by the talented Ambrose Parry. Published in 2019, this book takes readers on an unforgettable journey. This novel falls under the genre of historical fiction, masterfully blending historical events with a riveting narrative. The story unfolds in a way that will keep you engrossed from beginning to end. Parry's writing style is engaging, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the story. The Way of All Flesh is a testament to Parry's skill as a storyteller. Published by Canongate Books, this book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-crafted historical novel. Don't miss out on this remarkable piece of literature.

The powerful memoir of one of the co-founders of Black Lives Matter which explores how the movement was born

How mastering the art of losing control can help us live a better life: a wise, witty and dynamic guide to the philosophy of human ecstasy

This Nigerian debut, shortlisted for the 2017 Baileys Prize, is the heart-breaking tale of what wanting a child can do to a person, a marriage and a family; a powerful and vivid story of what it means to love not wisely but too well

Warm, witty, honest and human, this book is a manifesto for staying alive, whatever your demons

The Life Impossible is a story of wild adventure, deep transformation and gloriously heart-warming characters. It shows how a new outlook can burst into life at any moment and change everything.