Books
Skater Scott Hobbs Bourne on why he wrote a children’s book
An Act Of Imagination — SHB’s journey so far can be best defined by boundless possibility. So it feels fitting that his new book, written for kids, is a celebration of just that.
Written by: HUCK HQ
St. Pauli are still fighting fascism with football
Changing the game — Despite playing in the German second division without much success, a new book explores why St. Pauli are an enduring source of fascination to left-wing fans the world over.
Written by: Will Magee
The young hackers transforming rural China
Blockchain Chicken Farm — In their new book, author and technologist Xiaowei Wang meets the residents of a place often left out of Silicon Valley narratives who are building their own high-tech future.
Written by: Josh Gabert-Doyon
Author and musician Rita Indiana on how to stay fearless
Lessons Learned — Over the years, Indiana’s penchant for pushing boundaries has presented challenges. But, with the right mindset, they’re hurdles she’s always managed to clear.
Written by: Kate Goh
Owen Jones: ‘I never wanted a platform’
Story of a movement — In his new book, Owen Jones recounts a turbulent period of British politics, in an attempt to salvage Corbyn's left-wing alternative, without Corbyn. He talks to Huck about a fraught writing process, and what went so devastatingly wrong for Labour in 2019.
Written by: Daisy Schofield
Degrowth is a radical solution to the climate crisis
Averting catastrophe — In their new book, Exploring Degrowth, authors Anitra Nelson and Vincent Liegey set out the political tools for a younger generation to minimise inequalities between people and prevent disaster.
Written by: Ben Smoke
How lockdown reignited our love of indie bookshops
Disappearing City — Over the past few years, independent book stores have made a resurgence, defying corporate behemoths like Amazon. But with lockdown complicating in-person sales, these community hubs face new challenges.
Written by: Jessica Furseth
How South African surfer Joshe Faulkner rose to the top
The Outsiders Project — The 21-year-old is one of the most talented competitive wave-riders in the world today. This is his journey – in his own words.
Written by: Michael Fordham (introduction)
Akwaeke Emezi on death, magic and life as an outsider
‘My community is real and valid’ — We speak to the trailblazing author behind one of the most anticipated books of the year, The Death of Vivek Oji.
Written by: Kate Wyver
Rutger Bregman on protest, privilege + defunding the police
New possibilities — The Dutch historian has battled in favour of universal basic income and skewered tax-dodging billionaires at Davos. But his next project is his most ambitious yet: convincing the world that, deep-down, human beings are actually pretty decent.
Written by: Niall Flynn