Children to judge Booker Prize from 2026
In a groundbreaking literary revolution, the Booker Prize announces children will join adult judges to select winners from 2026, transforming how children's literature is celebrated and evaluated.
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Booker Prize launches new children's fiction award
The prestigious Booker Prize launches a groundbreaking new award for children's literature, championing young readers and transforming the publishing landscape.
Jacqueline Wilson challenges Booker Prize Irish author ban
Celebrated children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson joins growing calls to reform the International Booker Prize eligibility rules, arguing Irish writers deserve recognition in the UK's premier literary competition.
Children's Booker Prize 2025: 'You Matter' Theme
The prestigious Children's Booker Prize announces a transformative new focus for 2025, directly telling young readers 'You Matter' through literature that validates their experiences and emotions.
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.
Ian McEwan's fiery rant against common kitchen appliance
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan has unleashed an unexpected critique of a common household appliance, revealing his surprising domestic frustrations in a candid interview that's gone viral.
David Ajala: From London Council Estate to Star Trek
Star Trek's charismatic actor David Ajala opens up about his remarkable journey from London council estate to Hollywood success, revealing the powerful life lessons that shaped his career and personal philosophy.
Goodall & Booker: Humanity 'Finished' Without Climate Action
Renowned primatologist Jane Goodall and US Senator Cory Booker deliver stark climate crisis warning at UN event, calling for immediate global cooperation to prevent catastrophe.
Booker Prize 2024 Shortlist Revealed
The prestigious Booker Prize shortlist for 2024 has been announced, featuring six exceptional novels that explore themes of identity, history, and the human condition, with authors from the UK, US, and Ireland vying for the £50,000 award.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist Features Kiran Desai and David Szalay
The prestigious Booker Prize 2025 shortlist has been revealed, featuring literary giants Kiran Desai and David Szalay alongside four other exceptional authors. Discover the six novels competing for the £50,000 prize.
Sarah Jessica Parker Joins International Booker Prize Panel
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker joins the International Booker Prize judging panel, championing global literature and translation, amidst discussions on celebrity influence in literary awards.
Booker Prize 2025 Longlist: 13 Novels Revealed
Discover the 13 exceptional novels longlisted for the prestigious 2025 Booker Prize, featuring a diverse mix of established literary giants and exciting debut voices from across the globe.
Booker Prize Hailed as Indian Authors Dominate Shortlist
The 2023 Booker Prize ceremony in London marked a watershed moment for literature, as authors of Indian origin dominated the shortlist and claimed the coveted award, signalling a shift in the British literary landscape.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Six Novels Compete
The Booker Prize judges have revealed the six novels competing for the 2025 award, featuring a diverse mix of established authors and emerging voices in contemporary fiction.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Desai and Szalay Lead
The Man Booker Prize 2025 shortlist showcases six extraordinary novels, featuring literary heavyweights Kiran Desai and David Szalay, praised for their 'brilliantly human' storytelling.
Kiran Desai: I never thought it would happen in the US
Booker Prize-winning author Kiran Desai delivers a powerful critique on America's political trajectory, drawing alarming parallels to the themes of her seminal novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' in an exclusive Guardian interview.
Kendall Jenner & Devin Booker Spark Reconciliation Rumours
Supermodel Kendall Jenner and NBA star Devin Booker have been spotted leaving a hotel together, fuelling speculation they have rekindled their romance after their split earlier this year.
Ian McEwan's Top 10 Books: The Definitive Ranking
Discover the definitive ranking of Ian McEwan's 10 greatest novels, from the Booker Prize-winning 'Amsterdam' to the controversial masterpiece 'Nutshell', featuring a foetus narrator.
Texas Tech student arrested after alleged Charlie Kirk assault
A Texas Tech University student, Camryn Giselle Booker, has been charged with a Class A misdemeanor after allegedly assaulting conservative commentator Charlie Kirk during a campus event, sparking debates on free speech and campus safety.
Ian McEwan: Modern Novels Beat The Classics
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.
George Saunders Wins National Book Award for Liberation Day
Acclaimed author George Saunders secures his second National Book Award for the captivating short story collection 'Liberation Day', cementing his status as a modern literary master.
Senator Cory Booker Engages to Actress Alexis Lewis
US Senator Cory Booker is engaged to actress and producer Alexis Lewis after a heartfelt proposal. Get the exclusive details on their love story and future plans.
Cory Booker Sparks Engagement Rumours Ring Shopping in London
US Senator Cory Booker has been seen browsing engagement rings with his girlfriend, Dr. Rosario Dawson, sparking rumours of an imminent proposal. The 56-year-old Democrat was photographed at a high-end jeweller in London.
Benjamin Wood's 'Seascraper': A Masterful Tale of Art & Memory
Dive into our review of Benjamin Wood's stunning new novel, 'Seascraper'. A profound exploration of an artist's life, the shadows of the past, and the search for meaning that cements Wood's place as a major voice in British literary fiction.
Arundhati Roy's Memoir: A Fatherless Childhood of Freedom
Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy unveils her deeply personal new memoir, 'Fugitive Childhood', a poignant and rebellious account of her unconventional upbringing in Kerala and the complex legacy of a wild, imperfect, and absent father.
Booker T on Hogan scandal: 'Dark time for WWE'
WWE Hall of Famer Booker T has opened up about the fallout from Hulk Hogan's 2015 racism scandal, calling it a 'dark period' for the wrestling industry.
2025 Booker Prize longlist unveiled
The prestigious Booker Prize longlist for 2025 has been revealed, featuring a diverse range of literary talents. Explore the standout titles and authors in the running for one of literature's highest honours.
Cory Booker's explosive Senate rant goes viral
US Senator Cory Booker unleashed a furious tirade against colleagues, accusing them of lacking courage in a heated Senate debate. Watch the explosive moment.
Democrats Rally to Counter Trump’s Comeback Bid
Prominent Democratic senators, including Cory Booker and Catherine Cortez Masto, are intensifying efforts to counter Donald Trump’s potential return to the political arena ahead of the next election cycle.
Sarah Jessica Parker's Booker role sparks conflict debate
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker's involvement in the Booker Prize longlist selection has raised eyebrows over potential conflicts of interest in literary judging panels.
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