Pearson shares plummet 15% on US market woes
London-based education giant Pearson faces significant headwinds as weak US college textbook sales trigger major stock decline and strategic review.
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Boris Johnson uses ChatGPT to write Shakespeare book
Exclusive: Boris Johnson is reportedly using artificial intelligence to co-author his new book about William Shakespeare, embracing cutting-edge technology for his literary project.
Russian strike hits Ukrainian literary festival
Russia's targeted missile strike on BookForum literary festival in Lviv kills organiser Artur Dron, sparking international condemnation as Ukraine's cultural resistance continues.
Hebden Bridge's Armed Women: Yorkshire's Forgotten Protest
Discover the remarkable true story behind Sally Wainwright's new drama about the 19th century Yorkshire women who took up arms in a dramatic protest that shook Victorian England.
The surprising true origin of movie Easter eggs revealed
Film fans are stunned to discover the real story behind movie Easter eggs, tracing back to 1970s Hollywood and a very different meaning than today's digital treats.
Colourised historical photos reveal Ireland's lost world
A remarkable collection of colourised historical photographs brings early 20th century Ireland to vivid life, from Dublin's bustling streets to rural village traditions.
Jilly Cooper's diaries spark major publisher bidding war
The intimate personal diaries of bonkbuster queen Jilly Cooper have ignited an extraordinary bidding frenzy among London's top publishing houses, offering unprecedented insight into the literary legend's private world.
Britain's Bizarre Floating Church: A Thames Marvel
Discover the remarkable tale of a 19th-century floating church that served London's docklands - a true testament to eccentric British innovation and community spirit.
Baker & Taylor closes library book service after 200 years
The world's largest library book distributor closes its doors, leaving British libraries scrambling for alternatives after two centuries of service.
Drummond Rennie: Medical publishing revolutionary dies at 88
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Dr Drummond Rennie, the Scottish-born physician who revolutionised medical journalism and championed transparency in science through his groundbreaking work at JAMA.
Authors Rebel Against Misery Memoir Epidemic
Leading literary figures including Sebastian Faulks and Geoff Dyer are criticising the overwhelming trend of misery memoirs dominating British publishing, questioning whether trauma has become a commercial necessity.
The Glass Mountain: England's Witchcraft History Uncovered
Historian Malcolm Gaskill's gripping new work reveals the terrifying true story of England's witch trials and the ordinary lives caught in supernatural terror.
The Rise of 'Selfish' Self-Help Books
A new wave of self-help literature championing radical self-interest is sweeping British bookshelves. Discover why 'selfish' advice is booming and whether putting yourself first truly leads to betterment.
Children's books pulled after QR codes hijacked with porn
Major book retailers urgently remove children's titles after disturbing discovery that innocent-looking QR codes redirect young readers to pornographic websites, sparking safety concerns across the publishing industry.
Black representation in children's books collapses
New research reveals a dramatic collapse in Black character representation in UK children's literature, raising urgent concerns about inclusion and diversity in publishing.
Biblical City Discovery Rewrites Ancient History
Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old metropolis in Northern Israel, providing remarkable evidence that confirms Old Testament accounts of early Canaanite civilisation.
Brooklyn Beckham's cookbook deal terminated by publisher
David and Victoria Beckham's son faces humiliation as publisher HarperCollins terminates his cookbook deal after disappointing sales and widespread criticism.
Nelson's lost love letters reveal secret heartbreak
Previously unseen intimate letters between Lord Nelson and his lover reveal the emotional turmoil behind Britain's greatest naval hero's public triumphs.
Jilly Cooper's Riders Sequel After 30-Year Wait
Literary legend Jilly Cooper discusses her long-awaited sequel to Riders, the changing publishing landscape, and why her signature blend of sex and scandal remains irresistible to readers.
Jilly Cooper: A Life in Pictures - Literary Legend
Explore the captivating life story of Jilly Cooper through rare photographs, from her early journalism days to becoming the queen of the bonkbuster novel that defined a generation.
Jilly Cooper hospitalised after serious fall
Beloved British author Jilly Cooper, 87, reveals details of her serious fall that left her hospitalised while discussing her upcoming novel 'Tackle!' and career reflections.
Black Innovators: 10 Everyday Items They Created
Discover the brilliant Black inventors behind everyday items we take for granted, from traffic lights to home security systems, in this revealing Black History Month special.
Royal Parks' Irish botanical roots revealed in new study
Groundbreaking research reveals London's iconic Royal Parks share direct botanical lineage with Ireland's ancient forests, tracing back to medieval monastic connections and centuries of ecological exchange.
America's Lost Pyramids: Ian James's Groundbreaking Book
Discover how journalist Ian James uncovered America's forgotten pyramid builders in his groundbreaking new investigation that rewrites conventional history.
Science publishing crisis: AI 'slop' and huge profits
An investigation reveals how AI-generated research papers and soaring profit margins are pushing academic publishing toward breaking point, threatening scientific integrity worldwide.
Baillie Gifford Prize Shortlist Reveals Historical Gems
The prestigious £50,000 nonfiction award features six extraordinary books exploring everything from medieval sexuality to pirate adventures, showcasing the remarkable diversity of contemporary historical writing.
Harry Potter fanfiction lands seven-figure film deal
An anonymous Harry Potter fanfiction writer known as Senlinyu has landed a monumental seven-figure film deal for her dark fantasy novel 'The Mortal Instruments', proving fanfiction's growing influence in mainstream entertainment.
Epstein Scandal Kills Fergie's Multi-Million Dollar Book Deal
Sarah Ferguson's multi-million dollar American memoir deal has been abruptly terminated in the wake of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, wiping out a major income source and leaving publishers fearing a commercial disaster.
School history 'minimises women's role', report finds
A major new study finds that women's pivotal roles in history are being systematically minimised in UK classrooms, with lessons overwhelmingly focused on male figures and narratives.
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