Ian Buxton, the UK's No.1 bestselling author on spirits, takes us on a tour of the different colours, flavours, creation methods and characteristics, and makes his pick of the best rums in the world. Whether you like your rum in cocktails, or prefer to sip it neat, this is the only book on rum you will ever need.

This is a beautiful anthology comprised of five self-contained mystery short stories plus fascinating historical material exclusive to the print edition; the perfect Christmas gift

With The 44 Scotland Street Cookbook fans can now immerse themselves in the world of Edinburgh's New Town and eat like their favourite characters. Anna Marshall has ransacked the pages (and cupboards!) of 44 Scotland Street to find all the best snacks, treats and dinners enjoyed by its inhabitants.

The Abbess of Crewe, Muriel Spark's thirteenth novel, was first published in 1974.

A fascinating and unique perspective on the Scottish crime scene by an acclaimed investigative journalist

A balanced and objective assessment of the financial consequences of Scottish independence from Gavin McCrone, one of the UK's top economists with decades of involvement in the devolution and independence debates.

A collection of Iain Crichton Smith's short fiction.

A story of love and loss and a meditation on grief and memory.

Alternatives to Valium is a joyful smash-hit memoir set in the pre-internet days of record shops, typewriters, fanzines, DIY punk bands, mass unemployment and creative ingenuity.