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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Man reads 3,599 books in 60-year marathon
Discover the incredible story of a retired engineer who achieved the unimaginable - reading nearly 3,600 books over six decades while meticulously tracking every page.
Fall For These Books: Ultimate Cozy Romance Reading List
Discover the most enchanting autumnal romance novels that are capturing hearts on Goodreads this season. From charming small-town love stories to witty romantic comedies, find your perfect cosy read.
Selena Gomez's secret wedding day vaping habit exposed
Exclusive details reveal Selena Gomez's discreet vaping habit during her wedding ceremony, with eyewitness accounts describing how the singer concealed her vape pen throughout the special day.
Simple ritual renews reading love amid digital overload
Discover how breaking free from endless scrolling with a simple daily practice transformed one person's relationship with books and mental wellbeing.
Read 140 Books Yearly With This Library Hack
Discover how one reader smashed their annual book target using a clever library strategy that saved thousands and boosted their literary consumption dramatically.
Cosy Fantasy Books: Your Ultimate Comfort Reading List
Discover the enchanting world of cosy fantasy literature with bestselling author recommendations for your next comforting read. Perfect for escaping daily stress with magical, low-stakes stories.
Why you forget books you just read
Discover the surprising psychological phenomenon affecting avid readers everywhere and learn practical strategies to improve your reading retention.
Reading Rainbow Returns with Mychal Threets as Host
The iconic children's educational programme Reading Rainbow is set for a spectacular comeback, with former librarian Mychal Threets bringing his viral book enthusiasm to a new generation of young British readers.
The Science of Lasting Change: Ditch Quick Fixes
Tired of failed resolutions? Discover the neuroscience-backed strategies for achieving real, sustainable personal transformation, moving beyond the myth of instant change.
Brits' reading attention span lasts just 14 minutes
A groundbreaking UK study reveals the average Brit's attention span for reading has plummeted to just 14 minutes. Discover the causes and impacts of this national focus crisis.
Nick Harkaway: Dickens Nearly Killed My Love of Reading
Bestselling author Nick Harkaway reveals in a candid interview how a forced encounter with Charles Dickens as a child nearly ended his reading journey forever, before a fantasy epic saved him.
5-Second Toilet Habit Can End Chronic Constipation
Leading UK gastroenterologists reveal a revolutionary, no-cost technique to transform bowel health and end chronic constipation. Discover the science behind the 'Toilet Yoga' method taking the NHS by storm.
Thomas Skinner's heartbreaking illiteracy confession
The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner reveals his lifelong struggle with illiteracy in an emotional and candid interview, detailing the immense challenges he faced and how he built a successful business against all odds.
Rapist's chilling threat to victim from court dock
A convicted rapist serving a 14-year sentence issued a bone-chilling threat to his victim from the dock at Reading Crown Court, vowing to find her upon his release.
Govt May Scrap Ofsted Ratings After Damning Report
Exclusive: A damning new report from the University of Reading calls for the complete abolition of Ofsted's one-word ratings, citing severe harm to teacher wellbeing and educational quality. The government is now under mounting pressure to act.
Ofsted: One in Three English Schools Fails on Reading
A damning Ofsted report reveals a literacy crisis in England's schools, with a third failing to teach reading effectively. Discover the regional disparities and the urgent call for a new national strategy.
Warsaw Metro Station Opens as Smartphone-Access Library
Warsaw unveils a world-first 'express library' metro station, allowing commuters to borrow physical books for free using just their smartphones, blending urban transport with accessible culture.
Jacqueline Wilson Told "One Book Per Year" Was Enough
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson shares the shocking publishing advice she received early in her career, defying limits to become a literary icon.
Three teens convicted in murder of 13-year-old Olly Stephens
The heartbreaking story of Olly Stephens, a teenager murdered in a planned attack in Reading. Three teenagers have been convicted for their roles in the tragic event that has shocked the nation.
Paul Doyle Denies Fatal Driving Charge in A40 Crash Case
Exclusive: Paul Doyle stands trial at Reading Crown Court, denying causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic A40 crash that claimed the life of 75-year-old Ian Morris. Latest developments from the courtroom.
Headteacher's final words before suicide revealed at inquest
The final, devastating words of headteacher Ruth Perry have been disclosed during the inquest into her tragic death, revealing the immense pressure she faced following a critical Ofsted report.
Expert Tips for Sticking to Your 2025 Resolutions
Struggling to keep your New Year's resolutions? Leading psychologists and life coaches share their top science-backed strategies for building lasting habits, from the 'two-day rule' to the power of micro-goals. Discover how to finally make your goals stic
September's Essential Paperbacks: Murakami & Powers
Discover the must-read paperback releases for September 2025. Our curated guide features Haruki Murakami's latest masterpiece, Richard Powers' profound new novel, and other unmissable fiction and non-fiction titles to add to your collection.
Why September is the Best Time for New Resolutions
Psychologists and productivity coaches reveal why the autumn season, not New Year, is the optimal time to set powerful goals, build lasting habits, and finally achieve your personal ambitions.
Expert Tips to Boost Your Child's Reading Before School
Discover expert-backed, game-changing strategies to transform your child into a confident reader. From phonics fun to building a reading sanctuary, our guide ensures a smooth and joyful start to their educational journey.
Expert's 5 Phonics Tricks To Boost Your Child's Reading
An education specialist shares her top, easy-to-implement phonics strategies that parents can use to transform story time and give their child a major head start in literacy.
Expert's 5-Minute Phonics Secret To Help Your Child Read
Struggling to help your child read? A top phonics expert shares her simple, game-changing 5-minute daily trick that parents are raving about. Discover how to make reading fun and boost literacy skills at home.
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