December 2018 | Hachette UK

My favourite SFF Christmas films

Friends of Bookends recommend Winter Without You by Beth Good

Exclusive Q&A with debut author Vanessa Savage

Drone Buying Advice From Our Expert Author

The best geeky Christmas baubles for your tree

Daring SAS behind-the-lines raid on French Chateau fortress by Damien Lewis

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Review

Deliciously Ella’s Chocolate Fudge Torte Recipe

We ask Olivia Beirne, Cate Woods, Holly Bourne and Erin Kelly, who is the hardest person to buy for on your Christmas gift list?

Oxtail Cottage Pie

Quite simply, the tastiest, most indulgent cottage pie you will ever eat. Rain is pounding the windows, and a gale is blowing outside. The dog walk can wait while you focus on filling your home with fabulous cooking aromas. The marinated oxtail is ever-so gently braised in the oven so that it falls from the bone, and creamy Duchess potatoes add a layer of extravagance.