I’ve chatted with Donna Ashworth on poetry, parenting, and her new children’s collection Words Can Fly.
Donna, congratulations on your debut children’s poetry collection Words Can Fly. What inspired you to write for children at this stage in your journey as a poet?I’ve always wanted to return to the very beginning — the place where our mental wellness habits first take shape — and…
James Gunn’s Superman kickstarts DC’s cinematic universe with a fresh, emotionally intelligent take on the Man of Steel. Vibrant, textured and at times deeply moving, this is no origin story — we’re plunged straight into a world where Clark Kent (David Corenswet) is already Superman, and the stakes are both global and intensely personal.
From the very first moments, Corenswet’s…
London Mums Magazine was invited to review the new F1 Movie starring Brad Pitt as the main lead. We sent two young F1 enthusiasts to review the movie. This film shows the journey of retired F1 driver Sonny Hayes returning to the sport after 30 years of retirement. He shows a strong desire to continue to race, not for money or fame, but so that he feels alive.
The movie is for big F1 fans – an…
Pixar has a long tradition of delivering heartfelt, visually stunning animated stories, and Elio, their latest offering directed by Adrian Molina (co-director of Coco), continues this legacy with a vibrant space adventure full of emotion, humour and cosmic imagination.
At the heart of the story is 11-year-old Elio Solis, an introverted and wildly imaginative boy who unexpectedly becomes the…
As parents, many of us know the fear and helplessness that come with rushing a child to A&E. I recently received a heartfelt message from author and former ambulance chaplain Tim Parsons, who has turned his professional and personal experiences into a powerful children’s book series called Paramedic Chris. His story touched me deeply, and I wanted to share it with our London Mums readers in his…
Top 100 ‘Dad Rock’ driving tunes to celebrate Father’s Day.
When you hear the words “Dad Rock,” your mind probably leaps straight to the leather-clad legends – Bon Jovi, AC/DC, ZZ Top, Guns N’ Roses. For years, acts like these have epitomised the oft-cheesy genre, but now, there’s a sobering reality to come to terms with; Appetite for Destruction turns 40 in just two years’…
London Mums Magazine was delighted to be invited to the preview of the latest release of How to Train Your Dragon at the BFI IMAX in central London. Guests were warmly welcomed by a lively Viking-themed reception featuring axe throwing, face painting, a tattoo artist, and an abundance of delicious treats.
The new How To Train Your Dragon movie soars onto the big screen with a fresh…
Tina Turner by Peter Lindbergh (TASCHEN, £100) is not just a coffee table book; it’s a stunning love letter to one of the most iconic women in music history, seen through the empathetic, artistic lens of the late photographer Peter Lindbergh. Voted Book of the Week by London Mums Magazine, this visually arresting volume captures the electrifying essence of Tina Turner while peeling back the…
If you’re looking for a heartwarming family film with a perfect balance of action, humour, and nostalgia, Karate Kid – Legends delivers a knockout punch. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the original films or entirely new to the dojo, this latest reboot is as much about connection and confidence as it is about combat.
Set in New York City, Karate Kid – Legends follows Li Fong (played…
If you’re looking for a cultural moment to feed your mind and soul, Claudio Parmiggiani’s powerful new exhibition at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art in Highbury & Islington in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in London is a must-see – and, yes, even for busy mums needing a quiet moment of introspection.
Italian artist Claudio Parmiggiani (b. 1943), one of…