Waterstone’s Ballymena unveils this week’s Top 10, half-price favourites and November book club pick

From Stephen Walker’s acclaimed political biography David Trimble: Peacemaker to Mary Berry’s inspiring new release Mary 90, Waterstone’s Ballymena has revealed this week’s Top 10 bestselling books — alongside fresh half-price offers, family storytime fun, and details of its next book club event.

This week’s Top 10 bestsellers

Leading the chart this week is David Trimble: Peacemaker by Stephen Walker, a compelling and deeply researched biography of the late Northern Irish political leader whose courage and conviction helped bring about the Good Friday Agreement.

In second place, national treasure Mary Berry celebrates her 90th birthday with Mary 90 — a beautifully presented book that reflects on her remarkable life and long career in food, television, and family.

At number three, Time of the Child by Niall Williams continues to capture hearts with its lyrical storytelling, while Richard Osman’s latest mystery The Impossible Fortune remains a firm favourite among fans of cosy crime.

Fifth place goes to Always Remember by Charlie Mackesy, the moving new illustrated story that reunites readers with the beloved characters from The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, offering messages of hope and kindness.

The rest of this week’s list showcases a vibrant mix of fiction, food and fantasy — from Jamie Oliver’s health-focused Eat Yourself Healthy and Andrew Miller’s atmospheric The Land in Winter, to Blood Over Bright Haven by M.L. Wang, Alchemised by SenLinYu, and Philippa Gregory’s Tudor drama The Boleyn Traitor.

This week’s Top 10 at a glance

1. David Trimble: Peacemaker – Stephen Walker

   
   

2. Mary 90 – Mary Berry

   
   

3. Time of the Child – Niall Williams

   
   

4. The Impossible Fortune – Richard Osman

   
   

5. Always Remember – Charlie Mackesy

6. Eat Yourself Healthy – Jamie Oliver

   
   

7. The Land in Winter – Andrew Miller

   
   

8. Blood Over Bright Haven – M.L. Wang

   
   

9. Alchemised – SenLinYu

   
   

10. The Boleyn Traitor – Philippa Gregory

Half-price this week

Readers can also take advantage of a fantastic selection of half-price deals — perfect for early Christmas shoppers or anyone looking for a cosy autumn read.

• Eat Yourself Healthy – Jamie Oliver

Bursting with recipes, health hacks and a two-week meal plan, this essential cookbook from the one and only Jamie Oliver emphasises nutritious meals with maximum flavour.

• The Long Shoe – Bob Mortimer

The national treasure and bestselling author of The Satsuma Complex and The Hotel Avocado returns with another characteristically whimsical and witty slice of cosy crime.

• Bunny vs Monkey: Intergalactic Monkey Business! – Jamie Smart

Prepare for split sides once again with this madcap instalment in Jamie Smart’s mega-selling series, as another, smaller monkey arrives in The Woods with dreams of space travel.

• Tom Gates: Pesky Pets and Parties – Liz Pichon

Tom Gates returns in another doodle-tastic, side-splitting story of schoolboy mishaps, as his band Dog Zombies attempt to come up with the perfect song for the big end-of-term party.

Storytime

Families are invited to join Storytime every Saturday at 12 o’clock and Sunday at 3pm, a weekly favourite for children and parents alike.

This week’s readings will feature Winnie The Witch and The Golden Hare — two magical tales sure to delight young listeners and get everyone in the mood for autumn adventures.

Book Club

The next Fiction Book Club will meet on Thursday 6th November, where the group will be discussing Shirley Jackson’s classic gothic horror The Haunting of Hill House — a timely pick for the season of ghostly tales.

“All are welcome to come for a great chat and enjoy some snacks,” the Waterstone’s Ballymena team said.