Nick Harkaway: Dickens Nearly Killed My Love of Reading
Bestselling author Nick Harkaway reveals in a candid interview how a forced encounter with Charles Dickens as a child nearly ended his reading journey forever, before a fantasy epic saved him.
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Newsboy's Friday Racing Tips for Newbury & Ayr
Get the inside scoop on Friday's top horse racing picks at Newbury and Ayr. Our expert analysis highlights the day's most promising runners and potential value bets for your flutter.
Racing Tipster's Thursday Picks: Kempton & Pontefract Best Bets
Get the inside track on today's horse racing action. Our expert tipster reveals the best bets for the Thursday cards at Kempton and Pontefract, including a hot favourite to follow.
Tuesday's Racing Tips: Newsboy's NAP & Best Bets
Get the inside track on today's racing action. Newsboy reveals his NAP of the day, next best selections, and a juicy each-way bet across Tuesday's UK fixtures at Pontefract, Yarmouth, and Chelmsford.
Revolutionary Eye Drops Could Replace Reading Glasses
Groundbreaking new eye drops developed by scientists could soon free millions from the hassle of reading glasses, offering a simple solution for age-related vision decline.
Andy Carroll Sent Off 38 Seconds After Substituting On
Veteran striker Andy Carroll makes an infamous return for Reading FC, receiving a straight red card mere seconds after coming off the bench in a dramatic Championship clash against Norwich City.
Forget The Beach: Cosy 'Bookcations' Are The UK's New Trend
Discover the rise of 'bookcations', the ultimate literary getaway combining peaceful reading retreats with stunning UK stays. Perfect for bibliophiles seeking solace.
The Newsboy's ITV Racing Tips for Newbury's Saturday Card
Get the inside track on Saturday's thrilling ITV Racing action from Newbury. The Newsboy delivers his expert betting tips for the feature handicaps, including the prestigious Gold Cup, to help you find the winners.
Author Names 5 Life-Changing Books You Must Read
Discover the five essential books that have profoundly shaped one author's life and writing, from timeless classics to modern masterpieces that promise to captivate every reader.
Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
Apple Pie's Surprising Health Benefits Revealed in New Study
Groundbreaking research from the University of Reading suggests that indulging in apple pie could be good for your gut health, thanks to a unique type of fibre that survives the baking process.
Friday's Racing Tips: Newsboy's Best Bets Revealed
Get the inside track on today's top horse racing bets. Our expert's NAP of the day, along with selections for Wolverhampton, Dundalk, and Exeter, could lead you to a winning Friday.
Thomas Skinner's heartbreaking illiteracy confession
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner reveals his lifelong struggle with illiteracy in an emotional and candid interview, detailing the immense challenges he faced and how he built a successful business against all odds.
Rapist's chilling threat to victim from court dock
A convicted rapist serving a 14-year sentence issued a bone-chilling threat to his victim from the dock at Reading Crown Court, vowing to find her upon his release.
Govt May Scrap Ofsted Ratings After Damning Report
Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
Ofsted: One in Three English Schools Fails on Reading
A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.
Warsaw Metro Station Opens as Smartphone-Access Library
Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
Jacqueline Wilson Told "One Book Per Year" Was Enough
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
Saturday ITV Racing Tips: Best Value Bets & Each-Way Picks
Get the inside track on Saturday's ITV racing with our expert value bets and each-way tips for Newbury's Betfair Hurdle and Doncaster's feature races. Full analysis and betting advice.
Three teens convicted in murder of 13-year-old Olly Stephens
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
Paul Doyle Denies Fatal Driving Charge in A40 Crash Case
Exclusive: Paul Doyle stands trial at Reading Crown Court, denying causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic A40 crash that claimed the life of 75-year-old Ian Morris. Latest developments from the courtroom.
Thursday's Racing Tips: Newsboy's Best Bets Revealed
Get the inside track on today's best horse racing bets. Our expert tipster Newsboy reveals his top selections for Pontefract, Chelmsford, and the evening meetings for Thursday, July 18th.
Headteacher's final words before suicide revealed at inquest
The final, devastating words of headteacher Ruth Perry have been disclosed during the inquest into her tragic death, revealing the immense pressure she faced following a critical Ofsted report.
September's Essential Paperbacks: Murakami & Powers
Discover the must-read paperback releases for September 2025. Our curated guide features Haruki Murakami's latest masterpiece, Richard Powers' profound new novel, and other unmissable fiction and non-fiction titles to add to your collection.
Expert Tips to Boost Your Child's Reading Before School
Discover expert-backed, game-changing strategies to transform your child into a confident reader. From phonics fun to building a reading sanctuary, our guide ensures a smooth and joyful start to their educational journey.
Expert's 5 Phonics Tricks To Boost Your Child's Reading
An education specialist shares her top, easy-to-implement phonics strategies that parents can use to transform story time and give their child a major head start in literacy.
Expert's 5-Minute Phonics Secret To Help Your Child Read
Struggling to help your child read? A top phonics expert shares her simple, game-changing 5-minute daily trick that parents are raving about. Discover how to make reading fun and boost literacy skills at home.
Reading daily boosts brain function and extends life, study finds
Groundbreaking UK research discovers that regular reading isn't just enjoyable - it dramatically improves cognitive function, memory, and could even add years to your life. Discover how this accessible activity can transform your mental health.
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