October's Page-Turners: Books That Captivated Readers
From chilling thrillers to poignant memoirs, explore the literary gems that had the book community buzzing in October 2025. Get inspired for your next great read!
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Laugh-Out-Loud Literary Fiction: Must-Read Books
Discover the most compelling new literary releases that blend sharp humour with profound insight. From Derek Owusu's powerful narratives to Olga Ravn's speculative fiction, these books promise to entertain and enlighten.
Authors Boycott British Library Over Staff Dispute
Prominent writers including Joe Hill withdraw from British Library events as institution faces backlash over staff treatment and controversial restructuring plans.
Reese Witherspoon's New Thriller & Must-Read Mysteries
Discover the latest page-turning mysteries from literary giants including Reese Witherspoon's 'Gone for Good' adaptation and Frederick Forsyth's return to form in this week's must-read book review.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
The Ghost Hunter Who Vanished: Britain's Paranormal Mystery
Discover the chilling true story of Tom Lonergan, the real-life ghost hunter whose mysterious disappearance in 1974 continues to haunt paranormal investigators. Ben Machell's 'Chasing the Dark' reveals why this cold case still defies explanation.
Must-Read Poetry Collections Transforming Contemporary Verse
Discover the most compelling new poetry releases that are reshaping Britain's literary landscape, from debut sensations to established masters.
Frieda Hughes' Poetic Take on Death and Technology
Renowned poet Frieda Hughes, daughter of Sylvia Plath and Ted Hughes, explores the stark reality of death through the metaphor of a failing printer in her latest powerful work.
Gurnah's Theft: Coming-of-Age in Tanzania
Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah returns with a powerful audiobook exploring identity, displacement and moral choices in 1960s Tanzania through the eyes of a young student.
Lily King's 'Heart The Lover': A Masterful Love Story
Discover why Lily King's latest masterpiece is being hailed as her most profound work yet - a breathtaking journey through the complexities of love and human connection that will leave you spellbound.
Discover Paul Bailey: Your Essential Literary Guide
Explore the haunting literary world of Paul Bailey with our expert guide to his most powerful novels, from the Booker-shortlisted 'At the Jerusalem' to his poignant memoirs.
2024's Must-See Book to Screen Adaptations
Discover the hottest literary works making their way to screens this year, from dystopian thrillers to heartwarming romances and everything in between.
Zadie Smith's Essential Guide to Modern Anxiety
Discover how Zadie Smith's powerful new essay collection 'Dead and Alive' offers profound insights into navigating our age of uncertainty, from pandemic reflections to cultural commentary.
Daily Mail's master columnist John Edwards dies at 86
The journalism world mourns the loss of John Edwards, the brilliant Daily Mail columnist whose sharp wit and elegant prose captivated readers for decades. Remembering the life and legacy of Britain's master wordsmith.
Zoe Wicomb: South African Literary Voice Remembered
Remembering Zoe Wicomb, the groundbreaking South African author whose powerful explorations of identity, displacement, and coloured experience captivated readers worldwide.
No 'Writing Gene': Research Debunks Author Talent Myth
Groundbreaking study reveals bestselling authors aren't born with special writing genes - success stems from practice, opportunity and persistence. Discover what really creates literary greatness.
New publisher launches for Black British authors
The Black British Book Festival founder Selina Brown partners with Pan Macmillan to launch a groundbreaking new publisher dedicated to amplifying diverse voices in UK literature.
Richard Ayoade in pig naming literary contest
Comedian Richard Ayoade joins authors vying for porcine honour as animal sanctuary launches unique book-naming competition for rescued pigs.
Teenage Daydream: Coming of Age in an 80s All-Girl Band
Debsey Wykes' compelling memoir 'Teenage Daydream' revisits her coming-of-age journey through the raw energy of 1980s all-girl guitar band The Pandoras, offering a poignant look at friendship, music, and female rebellion.
Rushdie's 'The Eleventh Hour': A Haunting Final Masterpiece
Literary legend Salman Rushdie unveils his powerful new novel 'The Eleventh Hour', a profound meditation on mortality and creativity that critics are calling his most personal work yet.
Salman Rushdie makes triumphant return at literary gala
The celebrated author appears in high spirits at prestigious Booker Prize event, marking his first major public appearance since the 2022 attack that shocked the literary world.
UK's Top Bedtime Stories Revealed in New Research
New research uncovers the nation's most beloved bedtime stories, from timeless classics to modern favourites that are helping British children drift off to dreamland.
Bloomsbury's AI revolution delivers £9.8m profit surge
London-based publisher Bloomsbury reveals how strategic AI investment boosted profits by 11% as digital transformation reshapes the publishing landscape
Michael Morpurgo's writing advice inspires young readers
Beloved War Horse author Michael Morpurgo shares invaluable writing wisdom and life lessons during intimate book signing, encouraging children to embrace storytelling and perseverance.
Auden's lost letters reveal friendship with his burglar
Newly discovered correspondence shows how poet W.H. Auden forged an unlikely bond with the man who robbed his Oxford home, revealing a remarkable story of forgiveness and human connection.
Ultimate Guide to Life-Changing Autobiographies
Discover captivating life stories that will inspire, entertain and transform your perspective with our expert-curated selection of must-read autobiographies.
Chris Kraus's Bold New Literary Direction Revealed
Cult author Chris Kraus breaks from her signature style in a surprising new novel that blends fiction with art criticism, challenging readers and redefining autobiographical writing.
Chris Kraus reinvents her style in surprising new novel
Cult author Chris Kraus breaks from her signature autofiction style with a surprising new novel exploring friendship, art and the passage of time through four compelling characters.
Forward Prize Makes History with First Joint Poetry Winners
In an unprecedented move, the prestigious Forward Prize for Poetry crowns two champions as Vidyan Ravinthiran and Karen Solie share the 2025 honour, marking a groundbreaking moment in literary awards history.
Feminist writer Susan Griffin dies at 78
Celebrated feminist author and cultural historian Susan Griffin, whose groundbreaking work reshaped modern feminist thought, has passed away at 78, leaving behind a powerful literary legacy.
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