English Lit Grad's Five Must-Read Novels of the Year
A lifelong reader with an English Literature degree shares her top five books of the year, spanning genres from grief-stricken monsters to time travel fiction.
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Dan Simmons, Hyperion Author, Dies at 77
Dan Simmons, the multi-award-winning author best known for his speculative fiction series Hyperion Cantos, has passed away aged 77. His career spanned horror, historical fiction, and space opera.
Sylvia Plath's Radical Reinvention: 1960s Pioneer
A new look at Sylvia Plath's life in 1962-63 reveals her as a resourceful poet reshaping her work and identity, challenging the tragic icon narrative with her ambitious pursuits and innovative writing.
Alan Bennett at 90: Health, Humour, and a Storied Life
Alan Bennett, the acclaimed writer and national treasure, shares candid insights into his health, personal life, and reflections on ageing in his latest diaries, blending humour with poignant observations.
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Hachette Pulls 'Shy Girl' Novel Over Suspected AI Involvement
Hachette Book Group has withdrawn the horror novel 'Shy Girl' by Mia Ballard after online speculation about AI use, cancelling its US release and discontinuing UK sales.
Len Deighton's Wit Celebrated in Letters After Death at 97
Readers Henry Sherman and Phil Coughlin share tributes to Len Deighton, highlighting his humorous dialogue and iconic thrillers like The Ipcress File, following his passing aged 97.
Colm Tóibín on Trump's America and Fiction's Power
Acclaimed author Colm Tóibín discusses how living under Trump inspired his latest stories, blending personal experience with political commentary on immigration and tolerance of evil.
Hachette Pulls 'Shy Girl' Over AI Authorship Allegations
In a publishing first, Hachette has withdrawn the horror novel 'Shy Girl' after claims over 75% was AI-generated, sparking debate on authenticity in literature.
Jennie Godfrey's 'The Barbecue at No 9' Audiobook Review
A review of Jennie Godfrey's audiobook 'The Barbecue at No 9', featuring a multi-voiced cast including Gemma Whelan and Stephen Mangan, exploring family tensions and secrets set against the 1985 Live Aid concert backdrop.
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PEN America Announces 2026 World Voices Festival
PEN America has unveiled plans for its 2026 World Voices festival in New York and Los Angeles, featuring Judith Butler and Bill McKibben, following the 2024 event's cancellation over Gaza war stance.
Margareta Magnusson, Death Cleaning Pioneer, Dies at 92
Margareta Magnusson, the Swedish artist who popularised the concept of 'death cleaning' with her international bestseller, has passed away at age 92, leaving a global legacy of mindful decluttering.
Florence Knapp on Literary Inspirations and Writing Journey
Debut author Florence Knapp shares her reading memories, from childhood tears over Charlotte's Web to aspiring to write with Maya Angelou's warmth and Claire Keegan's skill.
Crime Thriller Reviews: A&E Drama to Cold War Mystery
A roundup of the best recent crime and thriller novels, including Christie Watson's hospital-set 'Killing Me Softly' and Oana Aristide's Romanian mystery 'Astronaut!'.
Raynor Winn's Debut Prize Scrutinised Over Earlier Book
Author Raynor Winn published a book under a pseudonym in 2012, years before her acclaimed memoir The Salt Path, despite claiming it as her debut work, raising questions about prize eligibility.
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AI Writing Scandal: Publisher Pulls Horror Novel
Hachette Book Group has withdrawn the horror novel 'Shy Girl' after evidence suggested it was AI-generated, sparking industry-wide debate about authenticity in publishing.
Salt Path Author's Debut Claim Contradicted by 2012 Novel
Author Raynor Winn admitted The Salt Path was not her first book after a 2012 novel published under a pseudonym surfaced, contradicting her previous statements about her writing debut.
Salt Path Scandal: Raynor Winn Faces Embezzlement and Hidden Book Claims
Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir The Salt Path faces credibility crisis with allegations of embezzlement and a previously undisclosed book, casting doubt on her acclaimed story of homelessness.
Salt Path Author's Secret First Book Sparks Controversy
Raynor Winn's lawyers confirm she published a book in 2012 under a pseudonym, contradicting claims that The Salt Path was her debut work, amid ongoing scrutiny of her past.
Salt Path Author Faces Allegations of Lies and Betrayal
Raynor Winn, author of bestselling memoir The Salt Path, continues to confront serious allegations that key elements of her inspirational story were fabricated, with new revelations emerging through 2026.
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Raynor Winn's Secret Pseudonym: Earlier Book Revealed
Author Raynor Winn, celebrated for The Salt Path, secretly published a book in 2012 under a pseudonym, contradicting claims it was her debut work, as revealed in a new BBC podcast.
Salt Path Faces Allegations of Lies and Betrayal
Raynor Winn's bestselling memoir The Salt Path faces ongoing allegations of fabrication, with claims about finances, homelessness, and medical diagnosis under scrutiny since summer 2025.
New Children's Books: Nature, Grief, and Fantasy Adventures
Explore three new children's books: Julia Donaldson's nature tale, Michael Rosen's poignant grief story, and Cliodhna O'Sullivan's fantasy epic. Each offers unique themes for different age groups.
James Hunt's Memoir on Raising Two Non-Verbal Autistic Sons
Author James Hunt's memoir details the gruelling reality of caring for his two non-verbal autistic sons, contrasting sharply with his initial expectations of fatherhood and exploring the impact on his marriage.
Liadan Ní Chuinn: Remembering the Troubles as Resistance
Shortlisted for Young Writer of the Year, anonymous Belfast author Liadan Ní Chuinn discusses the enduring trauma of the Northern Ireland conflict in a rare interview, arguing that remembering is an act of resistance against forgetting.
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Derek Owusu and Seán Hewitt Shortlisted for Dylan Thomas Prize
Six writers, including Derek Owusu and Seán Hewitt, are finalists for the £20,000 Dylan Thomas Prize, celebrating fiction by authors under 39. The shortlist features novels and poetry collections exploring themes of love, identity, and mental health.
Mare: A Novel on Love, Childlessness, and a Horse
Emily Hawworth-Booth's debut adult novel, 'Mare,' delves into a woman's life crises, including early menopause and creative block, as she finds solace in caring for a horse, exploring themes of motherhood and connection.
Eva Hornung's 'Minstrels' Dystopian Art and Identity Review
A review of Eva Hornung's novel 'Minstrels', which delves into themes of identity, art, and survival in a post-apocalyptic world, praised for its lyrical prose and deep character exploration.
Six Rising Stars Shortlisted for Dylan Thomas Prize 2026
The Swansea University Dylan Thomas Prize 2026 shortlist features six emerging authors exploring coming-of-age themes through novels and poetry, with a £20,000 award for writers under 39.
March's Best Paperbacks: Nature, Fiction, and History
Explore this month's standout paperbacks, including Robert Macfarlane's river reflections, Han Kang's Nobel-winning novel, and thrilling debuts. A guide to must-reads in nature, fiction, and history.
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Kiran Millwood Hargrave's 'Almost Life' Queer Romance Review
A review of Kiran Millwood Hargrave's novel 'Almost Life', exploring a decades-spanning queer romance between two women, examining love, choices, and societal shifts.
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