Bloomsbury's AI revolution delivers £9.8m profit surge
London-based publisher Bloomsbury reveals how strategic AI investment boosted profits by 11% as digital transformation reshapes the publishing landscape
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AI Cures Writer's Block Says Bloomsbury Chief
Leading publisher Bloomsbury reveals how artificial intelligence is transforming the creative process for authors, helping overcome creative hurdles while raising questions about literature's future.
Sturgeon's £300k memoir sells fewer copies than rivals
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's highly-anticipated memoir struggles in bookstores, with sales figures dramatically trailing behind those of other political heavyweights despite her substantial advance.
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.
UK Car Production Crashes to 73-Year Low After Cyber Attack
Britain's automotive sector faces unprecedented collapse as car production hits lowest level since 1952, with Jaguar Land Rover's factory paralysis following a major cyber attack exacerbating the industry's decline.
82% of Amazon Herbal Books Are AI-Generated
A damning new report reveals four out of five herbal medicine books on Amazon are likely AI-generated, raising serious concerns about consumer safety and marketplace integrity.
Warner Bros Discovery considers studio sale
Warner Bros Discovery is reportedly exploring the potential sale of studio assets as part of a major strategic review, signalling significant changes ahead for the entertainment giant.
Mirosław Chojecki: Dissident who challenged communist censorship
The remarkable story of Mirosław Chojecki, the Polish dissident whose underground publishing empire fuelled the Solidarity movement and helped bring down communist rule in Eastern Europe.
Michael Connelly battles AI over Lincoln Lawyer copyright
Crime novelist Michael Connelly takes legal action against AI company Labyrinth after discovering his Lincoln Lawyer series was used to train AI without permission, sparking a major copyright battle in the publishing world.
Beijing courier becomes bestselling author overnight
Discover the incredible journey of Hu Anyan, a Beijing delivery driver whose writings about his daily experiences became an overnight publishing phenomenon and viral success story.
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.
AI fake research scandal rocks Queensland energy debate
Shocking revelation as academic publisher IOP Publishing uncovers Queensland anti-renewables group used AI-generated fake research papers in official government inquiry submissions, raising serious questions about integrity in energy policy debates.
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.
Warner Bros Discovery Faces Boycott Over Israel Stance
Major Hollywood studio Warner Bros Discovery confronts growing boycott campaign after pro-Israel social media post, sparking industry-wide debate about corporate political positions.
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.
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.
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.
Brexit's Steel Crisis: UK Industry Collapsing
The UK's steel sector faces an existential crisis as post-Brexit trade barriers and energy costs create the perfect storm, leaving communities and jobs hanging in the balance.
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 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.
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.
Cap Carter: How trauma forced me to quit music
Exclusive interview reveals the dark truth behind singer Cap Carter's sudden departure from music and his unexpected journey back to chart success after confronting industry exploitation.
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.
Julia Roberts on Hollywood's male-dominated industry
Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts opens up about navigating Hollywood's gender imbalance throughout her three-decade career, sharing her fearless approach to success in the entertainment industry.
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