Contemporary Non-Fiction

Pushing the Wave 2024 — Out Now

Pushing the Wave 2024 by L.A. Davenport is published today, bringing together a year of essays, travel writing, and visual work. Available now in paperback and hardback from P-Wave Press. Read More…

Tuesday Book Club: Identity by Francis Fukuyama

This week’s #TuesdayBookClub is Identity by Francis Fukuyama, a sharp and urgent exploration of identity politics, recognition and the forces shaping modern division. Whether you agree with him or not, he forces you to think about how we arrived here. Read More…

Forthcoming from P-Wave Press: Pushing the Wave 2024

P-Wave Press announces Pushing the Wave 2024, the latest volume in L.A. Davenport’s ongoing series of essays and visual work. Published in paperback and hardback on 26 March 2026. Read More…

Guest Post: L.A. Davenport on the New Hardback Editions of Pushing the Wave

L.A. Davenport shares the inspiration behind the new premium hardback editions of Pushing the Wave. Published today by P-Wave Press. Read More…

Launch Day: Pushing the Wave 2023

We’re delighted to announce the launch of Pushing the Wave 2023, the second volume in our annual series by L.A. Davenport. A vibrant collection of stories, essays and reflections, it is available from today. Read More…

Back from the Break… and Straight Into September Surprises

We’re back from our summer break and ready to share two brilliant new titles coming this September from P-Wave Press: Maid Marian & The Misfortunes of Elphin and Pushing the Wave 2023. Both are available to pre-order now! Read More…

Announcing Pushing the Wave 2023 — and Celebrating Pride

We announce the upcoming release of Pushing the Wave 2023 by L.A. Davenport, the second book in his ongoing essay series, and proudly celebrate the start of Pride Month. Read More…

The Ultimate Peanut Butter Smoothie

In The Ultimate Peanut Butter Smoothie, from Pushing the Wave 2017–2022, L.A. Davenport humorously reflects on a disappointing smoothie experience and shares his own perfected recipe. A fun, light-hearted essay! Read More…

Ants – A New Essay From Pushing the Wave

In Ants, L.A. Davenport reflects on the environmental lessons hidden in everyday moments. A meditation on nature, waste and humanity’s connection to the planet. Read More…

Floating – A Moment of Reflection

In Floating, L.A. Davenport reflects on the disillusionment felt during a travel layover in Barcelona. A candid essay exploring identity, travel and existential questioning from Pushing the Wave 2017–2022. Read More…

Pushing the Wave: The Art of Storytelling

The first extract from Pushing the Wave 2017–2022 by L.A. Davenport, “The Desert”, is now live on Substack. This book explores storytelling as a fluid, evolving experience that belongs as much to the reader as to the writer. Read More…

Pushing the Wave is Now Available!

Pushing the Wave 2017–2022 by L.A. Davenport is a captivating collection of essays and original artwork, blending personal reflections with cultural commentary. Explore creativity, human connection and personal growth through prose and visuals. Read More…

Announcing Pushing the Wave 2017–2022

Discover Pushing the Wave, L.A. Davenport’s new collection of essays and artwork from 2017–2022. Thoughtful reflections and original visuals bring this journey to life. Read More…