Sweet, funny and historically engaging, these two books both feature aspiring journos looking to make their mark.

For Kate in Libby Page’s debut, The Lido, this leads to a one-of-a-kind friendship and the life-changing discovery that is outdoor swimming. For Emmeline in AJ Pearce’s Dear Mrs Bird, a new job lends a little spark of humour to the otherwise bleak wartime atmosphere. You can download the PDF here.