Owen Sheers Books

When Owen Sheers discovers a book in his father's study he stumbles upon the life of an obscure relative: Arthur Cripps, lyric poet and maverick missionary to Rhodesia. Compelled by the description of Cripps' extraordinary life in Africa, Sheers embarks on a journey through contemporary Zimbabwe in an attempt to better understand his ancestor's devotion to the country and its people and the dramatic, often bloody, differences that echo across the years.

Resistance opens in 1944, as the women of a small Welsh farming community wake one morning to find that their husbands have gone. Soon after that a German patrol arrives in their valley. In his hugely anticipated debut novel, Owen Sheers has produced a beautifully imagined and powerfully moving story of love and loss.

After the sudden loss of his wife, Michael Turner moves to London to start again. Living on a quiet street in Hampstead, he develops a close bond with the Nelson family next door: Josh, Samantha and their two young daughters. The friendship at first seems to offer the prospect of healing, but then a devastating event changes all their lives, and Michael finds himself bearing the burden of grief and a terrible secret.

Set against the backdrop of the Afghanistan war, the narrative follows soldier Charlie Fowler as he navigates the harrowing journey from combat to recovery. Through morphine-induced hallucinations and the realities of rehabilitation at Headley Court, the play delves into the profound themes of physical and psychological trauma faced by soldiers. It vividly portrays the struggle for survival and the impact of war on the human spirit, offering a poignant exploration of resilience and healing.

Exploring the journey of soldier Charlie Fowler, the narrative transitions from the realities of war in Afghanistan to surreal morphine-induced visions and the recovery process in physio rooms. It delves into the profound themes of physical and psychological trauma faced by soldiers, highlighting their struggles for survival amidst the challenges of injury and healing.

A beautiful, lyrical story of a little boy and his two best friends, told in enchanting verse by renowned poet Owen Sheers and magnificently illustrated by award-winning artist Helen Stephens.Poet Owen Sheers and award-winning illustrator Helen Stephens have beautifully imagined the story of a little boy named Drew who sets off on an adventure with his best friends, Bunny and Moo. As the three fly around the world on a magic rug, powered by the friendship they share, they run into pirates and trouble on the dark sea. Can the three best friends find what they need to return home?