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Black British Book Festival Returns to London Barbican

The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.

AI fake research scandal rocks Queensland energy debate

Shocking revelation as academic publisher IOP Publishing uncovers Queensland anti-renewables group used AI-generated fake research papers in official government inquiry submissions, raising serious questions about integrity in energy policy debates.

Bluey Coins Spark Nationwide Frenzy in Australia

Australia's beloved Bluey has triggered an unprecedented coin collecting craze as the Royal Australian Mint releases limited edition 50-cent pieces featuring the Heeler family, causing queues and sell-outs across the country.

Margaret River Shiraz Crowned Australia's Best Red Wine

In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.

Russian strike hits Ukrainian literary festival

Russia's targeted missile strike on BookForum literary festival in Lviv kills organiser Artur Dron, sparking international condemnation as Ukraine's cultural resistance continues.

Jilly Cooper's diaries spark major publisher bidding war

The intimate personal diaries of bonkbuster queen Jilly Cooper have ignited an extraordinary bidding frenzy among London's top publishing houses, offering unprecedented insight into the literary legend's private world.

Authors Rebel Against Misery Memoir Epidemic

Leading literary figures including Sebastian Faulks and Geoff Dyer are criticising the overwhelming trend of misery memoirs dominating British publishing, questioning whether trauma has become a commercial necessity.

The Rise of 'Selfish' Self-Help Books

A new wave of self-help literature championing radical self-interest is sweeping British bookshelves. Discover why 'selfish' advice is booming and whether putting yourself first truly leads to betterment.

Children's books pulled after QR codes hijacked with porn

Major book retailers urgently remove children's titles after disturbing discovery that innocent-looking QR codes redirect young readers to pornographic websites, sparking safety concerns across the publishing industry.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Jilly Cooper's Riders Sequel After 30-Year Wait

Literary legend Jilly Cooper discusses her long-awaited sequel to Riders, the changing publishing landscape, and why her signature blend of sex and scandal remains irresistible to readers.

Jilly Cooper hospitalised after serious fall

Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, reveals details of her serious fall that left her hospitalised while discussing her upcoming novel 'Tackle!' and career reflections.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

Baillie Gifford Prize Shortlist Reveals Historical Gems

The prestigious £50,000 nonfiction award features six extraordinary books exploring everything from medieval sexuality to pirate adventures, showcasing the remarkable diversity of contemporary historical writing.

Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry

Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.

Harry Potter fanfiction lands seven-figure film deal

An anonymous Harry Potter fanfiction writer known as Senlinyu has landed a monumental seven-figure film deal for her dark fantasy novel 'The Mortal Instruments', proving fanfiction's growing influence in mainstream entertainment.

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