Books published by Y Lolfa

A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases you can use to practise your Guernesiais with your furry best friend.

Hidden in Cardigan Bay, between New Quay and Aberaeron is the charming beach of Cei Bach. In a little cottage, an old lady sits smoking her pipe with clocks on her feet. She is the famous Siani Bob Man. A story about an unusual character, with striking illustrations by talented artist Valériane Leblond.

Forget everything about what you think is true. Rhiannon, Gwydion, Mathonwy - did you think that they are only myths? The ''Blue Book'' has been rediscovered... strange creatures gather in the shadows... and forces beyond your understanding spread their claws to tear your reality to shreds..

Johanna Francis watched the Nazis take Amsterdam, her wealthy family active in the resistance, sheltering a Jewish family and running an underground newspaper despite the Gestapo HQ in their street. After the war, she married a penniless Welsh farmer and theirs was a truly remarkable love story. 57 photographs.

A full list of adjectives that take comparison in Welsh. It includes some inflected forms which may not have seen the light of day before yet are still serviceable. It is aimed at advanced learners and Welsh speakers.

6 original, light-hearted short stories, about 1,000 words each aimed at Welsh learners Entry Level. It comprises a list of some unfamiliar words at the bottom of each page together with an A-Z glossary at the end of the volume.

A light-hearted, fully-illustrated retro-style picture book with 60+ words and phrases you can use to practise your North Wales Welsh with your furry best friend.

An important volume that discusses dementia by those who are directly affected by the condition - parents, grandchildren, children, partner, care workers, nurses, doctors and specialists in the field.

A new edition of Caradog Prichard''s powerful novel about a troubled young boy''s childhood in a north Wales quarrying village. First published in 1961.

If knowing what preposition to use is causing you problems while writing in Welsh, here is an easy-to-use guide that includes chapters on: all the Welsh prepositions that conjugate; a comprehensive (bilingual) list of prepositional phrases; compound phrases; verbal prepositions.

A novel about three generations of one family. We hear about Anti Glad who used to farm Tyddyn Bach, her nephew Iorwerth who changed direction following the death of his aunt, and Bethan his daughter. A story about rural and city life, about guardianship and love and about harbouring resentment and revenge.

Brilliant pictures from the Ble Mae Boc? series to colour in!

A volume that comprises stories about 50 famous Welsh figures from various periods in history. Includes illustrations by Efa Lois, photographs and quiz questions, leading children to continue research work online.

A charming Christmas story about a special secret. Did you know that all animals can talk to each other on Christmas Eve? In this story they help a deprived refugee find a home in Bethlehem, Wales. A contemporary story, relevant to our times, with an important lesson about being kind to everyone, of all background and race.

Cyw and her friends are creating Christmas decorations to place on the Christmas tree. A colourful book about the popular Cyw characters; the main text is in Welsh with the English translation in smaller print on each page.

Autobiography of talented actress and comedian, Carys Eleri, star of S4C series ''Parch'' and her one woman comedy show, ''Lovecraft''. Death is not a laughing matter, but laughter can act as therapy. In her first book Carys talks frankly and touchingly about the loss of her beloved father from Motor Neurone Disease and best friend Trystan from cancer.

A volume that evaluates the fragile and heroic history of ''Y Cylch Catholig'', the society that promotes Catholic worship through the medium of Welsh, from its origins until the present day. Many entertaining stories about the ''Cylch'' is relayed, together with individual chapters discussing events and contributions by current members.

The history of Manod, Blaenau Ffestiniog in the 1930s - the people, their interests, their work and way of life. The volume traces the area''s development as a centre for distributing slate; transport schemes and the creation of new roads; the chapels and their influence and discipline; emigration to America from Cae Clyd; local doctors and the...

The autobiography of well-known character, Goronwy Evans, who has served as a minister for fifty years, and who is one of Lampeter''s unique characters.

Bootlegger: The Good, The Bad & The Tasty is a captivating book penned by the talented Karl Phillips. Published in 2022 by Y Lolfa, this book is a riveting journey through the world of bootlegging. As the title suggests, it explores the good, the bad, and the tasty aspects of this intriguing underworld. The author, with his unique storytelling style, transports the readers into a world that is as dangerous as it is exciting. The book is a perfect blend of suspense, adventure, and drama, making it a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good thriller. So, if you are looking for a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat, look no further. Bootlegger: The Good, The Bad & The Tasty is the book for you. Published by Y Lolfa, it is available for purchase now.

The astonishing story of Henry Coombe-Tennant (1913-89), who served in the British Army in World War II, escaping from a POW camp, joining Special Forces and aiding the French Resistance, before working for the British Secret Service in Baghdad and ending his days as a Benedictine monk! Over 30 photographs and maps. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru