As Malorie Blackman's groundbreaking young adult novel Noughts & Crosses marks its 25th anniversary, we examine its legacy in tackling racism and class, and the ongoing struggle for diversity in UK publishing.
Amazon has withdrawn sponsorship from the 2025 Paris book festival following a boycott by French booksellers over allegations of AI-generated books and market destabilisation.
António Lobo Antunes, the acclaimed Portuguese novelist known for his modernist style and unflinching exploration of fascism and colonialism, has passed away at age 83 in Lisbon.
Antonio Lobo Antunes, the acclaimed Portuguese novelist known for his profound and experimental works, has passed away at the age of 83, leaving a lasting legacy in world literature.
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Former NSW Premier Bob Carr opens up about profound grief after his wife Helena's sudden death, detailing his new book 'Bring Back Yesterday' and the painful process of learning to live again.
Explore a roundup of the finest recent poetry collections, featuring diverse voices and themes. This review highlights standout works and their impact on contemporary literature.
Author Saba Sams shares her reading memories, from childhood favourites to transformative novels, revealing insights into her writing inspirations and comfort reads.
Discover the best audiobooks for 2026, featuring award-winning fiction, gripping memoirs, and immersive narrations. From Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Prince Harry, explore top picks for every listener.
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A review of three compelling new novels: John Lanchester's tale of a widow discovering her husband's infidelity through a TV show, Yvette Edwards' reverse-chronology family saga, and Lore Segal's humorous look at nonagenarian intellectuals.
Christopher Buehlman, Mark Lawrence, and Neil Jordan deliver compelling fantasy tales where characters confront cosmic wars, vengeance, and traumatic memories.
Sabine Durrant's Greek odyssey, Araminta Hall's unreliable narrator, and Emma Styles' Australian vigilante tale offer gripping summer reading with explosive conclusions.
Explore three Booker-shortlisted and cult classic novels from Beryl Bainbridge, Naomi Mitchison, and Elaine Dundy, each offering dark comedy, fantasy, and witty coming-of-age stories set in mid-20th century settings.
Gavin and Stacey star Ruth Jones, author Richard Osman, and bestselling writer Freida McFadden are shortlisted for Author of the Year at the British Book Awards, with new categories introduced for 2026.
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The 2026 British Book Awards shortlist features Epstein survivor Virginia Giuffre and Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams alongside icons like Kathy Burke and Bob Mortimer, celebrating truth and diverse literary voices.
Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir and Sarah Wynn-Williams's Meta exposé are shortlisted for the 2026 British Book Awards, joining icons like Kathy Burke in celebrating reading.
Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones and The Housemaid author Freida McFadden are among the nominees for author of the year at the British Book Awards, with Jones also nominated in the audiobook non-fiction category.
Angela Tomaski's debut novel, The Infamous Gilberts, explores a decaying mansion and its family through the eyes of a loyal valet. A pitch-perfect comfort read full of nostalgia and mystery.
Explore the world-building in Sarah J Maas's 'A Court of Thorns and Roses', where Feyre's hunt leads to faerie lands, romance, and brewing war in this Bloomsbury-published fantasy series.
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Comic books like Bunny vs Monkey lead a surge in popularity as World Book Day discounted titles take over the UK book chart, promoting reading for pleasure amid declining trends.
From Taylor Jenkins Reid to Douglas Stuart, 2026 promises an exceptional lineup of new books including buzzy debuts, historical epics, and witty satires that readers will be discussing for months.
Claire Lynch's memoir 'Small' and her Nero Gold Prize-winning novel 'A Family Matter' give voice to 1980s lesbian mothers' custody battles, profoundly affecting readers.
A review of Kaliane Bradley's 'The Ministry of Time' audiobook, exploring its topical themes of romance, time travel, and historical intrigue in a unique narrative.
Horror master Stephen King shares his top 10 favourite books, featuring classics like 1984 and a Western masterpiece he bought for just $2.25, with insights into his reading habits.
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Discover the 14 best feminist books, from classics to modern works, to celebrate International Women's Day 2026 and explore themes of equality, intersectionality, and empowerment.
Claire Lynch makes literary history as first debut novelist to win The Nero Gold Prize for 'A Family Matter', inspired by 1980s child custody cases, receiving £30,000 award.
The 2026 Women's Prize for Fiction longlist features 16 bold titles exploring AI, climate crisis, and identity, with nine from independent publishers and seven debuts.
Discover the top Australian books for March, featuring memoirs, fiction, and more. From Bob Carr's emotional memoir to queer fantasy and eco-lit, this list highlights must-read titles.
Johanna Bell's debut novel, 'Department of the Vanishing,' is a brilliantly plausible eco-thriller set in a future where birds are vanishing. Written in verse, it explores bureaucracy, memory, and climate grief through a government office cataloguing exti
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A Dunblane man's five-year search for a rare paperback on Celtic art culminated in his local Oxfam bookshop, sparking joy and disbelief.
