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Haunted Book From Jumble Sale Sparks Paranormal Terror
A man's life descends into a real-life horror story after buying a second-hand book containing mysterious photos. He reports unexplained knocks, smells, and apparitions. Read the chilling account.
Top History & Politics Books of 2025 Reviewed
Explore the year's most compelling history and politics books, from Middle Eastern revolutions and Tory diaries to Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads for understanding our turbulent age.
Tom Gauld's Online Book Shopping Cartoon Delight
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping in his latest witty illustration. Discover the humour in digital book browsing today!
Lucy Steed's The Artist wins Waterstones Book of the Year
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Second Bid to Ban Feminist Book from National Library
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
Superman comic sells for record £7.2 million
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
New Book Shows Black Picts in Ancient Scotland
A new children's book funded by Scottish heritage groups depicts the ancient Picts as a multicultural society, including black villagers, sparking conversation about diversity in historical narratives.
Kate Mosse's Feminist History for Every Day Review
Discover Kate Mosse's groundbreaking feminist history book featuring 365 women who shaped our world. Explore their untold stories and lasting impact today.
The Silver Book Review: Beauty Without Depth
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Britain's Golden Age of Magic Revealed
Rachel Morris's compelling new book reveals how Victorian magicians transformed entertainment and paved the way for modern show business in this fascinating historical exploration.
The Book of Memory: A New Path to Immortality
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
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.
States of Play Wins William Hill Sports Book Award 2025
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
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.
Divine Obsession: This Week's Must-Read Book Reviews
Explore captivating new releases including a groundbreaking biography of Monet's final years and Nobel laureate Jon Fosse's profound new work in this week's literary roundup.
Regretting You Film Review: Hoover Adaptation Disappoints
The Guardian's critical take on the cinematic adaptation of Colleen Hoover's beloved novel reveals why this emotional story struggles to translate effectively to film.
David Olusoga 2025 UK Tour: The Changing Empire
Award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga announces his 2025 UK tour 'The Changing Empire', exploring Britain's imperial past and its modern legacy. Book tickets now for this thought-provoking live event.
The Boundless Deep: Holmes's oceanic masterpiece
Discover how Richard Holmes's masterful new work charts humanity's enduring fascination with the sea, from scientific discovery to poetic inspiration in this compelling review.
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.
Reese Witherspoon's New Book Club Thriller Pick
Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon selects Ruth Harrow's gripping psychological thriller 'Before I Say Goodbye' for her acclaimed book club, promising readers an unforgettable emotional journey.
Three Unforgettable Literary Fiction Masterpieces
Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.
Heather Rose's powerful novel reclaims Australia's convict history
Tasmanian author Heather Rose delivers a powerful literary masterpiece that transforms Australia's convict history from shameful secret into profound human drama, receiving critical acclaim for its emotional depth and historical significance.
Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
Lost Bohemian Rhapsody verses revealed in Mercury book
Previously unpublished lyrics from Queen's iconic anthem Bohemian Rhapsody will be published for the first time in a landmark Freddie Mercury lyric collection, offering unprecedented insight into his creative process.
Rare 1659 Latin text rediscovered at university library
A long-missing 17th-century Latin book, 'Theologia Moralis,' has been miraculously recovered at Michigan State University's library after being lost for approximately 50-70 years, sparking excitement among rare book historians.
Library staff threatened over feminist book protests
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
Rylan's Witch-Hunt: Essex's Dark Secrets Revealed
Christopher Stevens reviews Rylan's captivating journey into Essex's dark supernatural history, where folklore meets television magic in this spellbinding documentary series.
Lost 19th Century New York Photos Rediscovered
A remarkable collection of previously unseen photographs by George Bradford Brainerd reveals intimate moments of 19th century New York, offering a stunning visual time capsule of the evolving metropolis.
Tony Abbott's Australia history book sparks controversy
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott's new history book faces scathing criticism for its traditionalist perspective and contentious claims about Indigenous history and national identity.
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