Cărtărescu's Blinding Trilogy Finally Reaches UK Readers
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu discusses his acclaimed Blinding trilogy, communist upbringing, and Nobel Prize rumours as his masterpiece reaches British audiences after 30 years.
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AI Threatens British Authors, Cambridge Report Reveals
A disturbing report from the University of Cambridge reveals AI could replace human authors, threatening genres like romance and crime. Discover the risks to UK literature.
Derek Owusu's New Novel Explores Borderline Personality Disorder
Derek Owusu's powerful new novel 'Borderline Fiction' offers an unflinching look at life with borderline personality disorder through the eyes of a young British-Ghanaian student.
CD Rose wins 2025 Goldsmiths Prize for experimental novel
Author CD Rose has claimed the prestigious 2025 Goldsmiths Prize for his boundary-pushing novel 'The Blind Accordionist', celebrating fiction that breaks the mould and propels the novel into new territories.
Hollinghurst wins David Cohen Lifetime Achievement Award
Celebrated British novelist Alan Hollinghurst receives the distinguished David Cohen Prize for Literature, recognising his exceptional contribution to English literature over four decades.
Kazuo Ishiguro knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle
Nobel Prize-winning author Kazuo Ishiguro receives knighthood from King Charles in historic Windsor Castle investiture, joining elite ranks of British literary knights
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.
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.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking Debut Novels Redefining Contemporary Fiction
Discover the groundbreaking debut novels taking the literary world by storm - from Anika Jade Levy's exploration of online radicalisation to Perrine Tripier's magical realism masterpiece.
Booker Prize Launches Children's Booker Award
The prestigious Booker Prize expands its literary empire with the Children's Booker, chaired by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, aiming to champion children's literature and create lifelong reading habits.
Lost Iris Murdoch Poems Discovered in New Collection
A remarkable collection of previously unpublished poems by Iris Murdoch offers fresh insight into the Nobel Prize-winning novelist's creative evolution and private world.
Clive King, Stig of the Dump Author, Dies Aged 94
Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Clive King, the beloved children's author whose timeless classic Stig of the Dump continues to enchant generations of young readers.
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.
Why Literary Purists Are Wrong About Classic Novel Adaptations
From radical reinterpretations to modern settings, discover why controversial adaptations of Austen and Brontë are essential for keeping literary classics alive for new generations.
Joelle Taylor: How a fantasy classic saved my childhood
Award-winning poet Joelle Taylor reveals how Alan Garner's fantasy classic rescued her from childhood despair and shaped her literary destiny in this intimate Guardian interview.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Hollinghurst champions forgotten writer Denton Welch
Booker Prize-winning author Alan Hollinghurst spearheads the revival of Denton Welch's extraordinary work, revealing how the tragic writer's legacy continues to influence contemporary literature decades after his untimely death.
Jane Austen Audiobook Revival Offers Comfort in Chaotic Times
Classic literature sees unprecedented surge as listeners seek comfort in Austen's orderly world through audiobooks during turbulent times.
Retro Reads Revisited: Classic Books That Still Captivate
A captivating reappraisal of literary classics including Malcolm Bradbury's 'The History Man' and Maeve Binchy's 'Evening Class' reveals why these masterpieces continue to resonate with contemporary readers decades after their original publication.
Literary Miracles: Burnet & Chung Redefine Modern Fiction
Discover why these groundbreaking novels are captivating readers and critics alike with their innovative storytelling and genre-defying narratives that challenge conventional literature.
Jilly Cooper's Racy Novels Set for TV Adaptation
Beloved British author Jilly Cooper's steamy novels may finally be coming to television screens, with industry insiders hinting at major streaming service interest and potential A-list casting for her iconic characters.
Pride and Prejudice Reimagined in Stunning Audio Drama
Jane Austen's beloved classic receives a breathtaking all-star dramatisation that transports listeners directly into Regency England with immersive soundscapes and exceptional performances.
Can Xue & Krasznahorkai: Joint Nobel Literature Favourites
In an unprecedented twist, Chinese experimental writer Can Xue and Hungarian master Laszlo Krasznahorkai lead the race as joint favourites for the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, according to latest betting odds.
Jilly Cooper: Britain's Beloved Bonkbuster Queen
Sarah Vine explores how Jilly Cooper's celebration of joy, mischief and old-fashioned English values made her Britain's most beloved author ahead of her 87th birthday.
Brian Patten, Mersey Sound Poet, Dies Aged 79
Tributes pour in for Brian Patten, the celebrated Liverpool poet and final member of the legendary Mersey Sound trio, who has died aged 79, leaving behind a profound literary legacy.
Jilly Cooper, author of Riders and Rivals, dies at 88
The literary world mourns the passing of Jilly Cooper, the iconic British author whose racy bonkbusters and unforgettable characters captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Jilly Cooper: Literary world pays tribute to romance queen
Celebrated authors and public figures across Britain honour Jilly Cooper's extraordinary legacy following her passing, celebrating her as the beloved 'queen' of romantic fiction who defined a generation.
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