Waterstone’s Ballymena: Top 10 bestsellers, half-price deals and new release Brimstone
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- Nov 15, 2025
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Waterstone’s Ballymena has revealed this week’s Top 10 bestselling books, alongside fantastic half-price offers, festive storytime fun, and the highly anticipated romantasy release Brimstone by Callie Hart.
This Week’s Top 10 Bestsellers
Exit Strategy – Lee Child & Andrew Child
Jack Reacher is back in this high-octane thriller as he pursues a dangerous conspiracy with his trademark resourcefulness and grit. A gripping addition to the bestselling series.
Always Remember – Charlie Mackesy
A beautifully illustrated book celebrating hope, love and kindness, continuing the journey of Mackesy’s beloved characters: the Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.
Tom Gates: Pesky Pets and Parties – Liz Pichon
Tom’s school life is as chaotic and hilarious as ever, with his band Dog Zombies trying to create the perfect song for the end-of-term party. Doodles, mishaps and laughs abound.
Mary 90 – Mary Berry
Celebrate the cookery icon’s 90th birthday with this career-spanning collection of recipes, from classic lasagne bolognese to lemon drizzle traybake. Comforting and inspiring for every home cook.
Santa & Son – David Walliams
A festive adventure full of humour, as Santa and his son must thwart a Christmastime robbery at the world’s most famous toy shop. Exciting, funny and perfect for younger readers.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Partypooper – Jeff Kinney
Greg Heffley’s birthday party plans go hilariously wrong in the twentieth instalment of this bestselling series, packed with comic illustrations and schoolboy misadventures.
Dog Man 14: Big Jim Believes – Dav Pilkey
Big Jim’s antics continue in this energetic and heartwarming children’s comic, full of humour, adventure and lessons about friendship.
Nobody’s Girl – Virginia Roberts Giuffre
A brave and compelling memoir recounting the author’s journey of survival, resilience and pursuit of justice, resonating with readers worldwide.
Trespasses – Louise Kennedy
Set against a backdrop of political tension and personal longing, Kennedy’s novel is a gripping exploration of love, betrayal and the legacies of the past.
Guinness World Records 2026
Packed with extraordinary achievements, bizarre facts and record-breaking feats, this edition is perfect for curious minds of all ages.
Half-Price Highlights This Week
Mary 90 – Mary Berry
Celebrate the nation’s favourite cook with a delicious, career-spanning collection of recipes.
Exit Strategy – Lee Child & Andrew Child
The latest Jack Reacher thriller, now available at a fantastic price.
Guinness World Records 2026
Explore the latest astonishing achievements and world records, half-price this week.
Diddly Squat: The Farmer’s Dog – Jeremy Clarkson
The fifth instalment in Clarkson’s humorous rural memoirs — chaos, countryside antics and laughs guaranteed.
Dog Man 14: Big Jim Believes – Dav Pilkey
A fun, comic-filled adventure perfect for young readers.
Storytime
Join Storytime on Saturday 22nd November at 12pm and Sunday 23rd November at 3pm.
This week’s story is:
Flossie McFluff Saves Christmas – Eoin O’Brien
“Christmas is coming and the animals in the wood are getting excited. Flossie McFluff, the feisty forest fairy, is busy making her wee house look jolly.
But when a storm blows in, the river rises … Burrows are flooded, and the creatures have nowhere to sleep.
Can Flossie help her friends find somewhere safe and dry before a special visitor comes their way?”
A perfect festive tale for children and families.
Romance Book Club
The Romance Book Club meets next on Friday 21st November at 7pm, discussing Soul Searching by Lyla Sage.
All are welcome for a relaxed evening of conversation and snacks.
New Release:
• Brimstone by Callie Hart
Arriving Tuesday 18th November, Brimstone is the luminous sequel to Hart’s bestselling Quicksilver.
Saeris must close the gateway to her magic before the unleashed power jeopardises everything. Exclusive copies available in store while stocks last.
