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Haunted Book From Jumble Sale Sparks Paranormal Terror
A man's life descends into a real-life horror story after buying a second-hand book containing mysterious photos. He reports unexplained knocks, smells, and apparitions. Read the chilling account.
Tom Gauld's Online Book Shopping Cartoon Delight
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping in his latest witty illustration. Discover the humour in digital book browsing today!
Lucy Steed's The Artist wins Waterstones Book of the Year
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Lucy Steeds' 'The Artist' Wins Waterstones Book Prize
Lucy Steeds' 'The Artist' has been crowned Waterstones Book of the Year 2025, securing the prestigious literary award and a major promotional campaign across all UK stores.
Second Bid to Ban Feminist Book from National Library
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
Superman comic sells for record £7.2 million
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
Alameddine wins National Book Award with Gaza speech
Rabih Alameddine wins 2025 National Book Award for fiction with powerful speech addressing crises in Gaza and US immigration. Read the full story.
The Silver Book Review: Beauty Without Depth
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
Helen Mirren wins Golden Globe Lifetime Achievement Award
Acclaimed British acting legend Dame Helen Mirren is set to receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, celebrating her extraordinary six-decade career.
Sara Pascoe wins Jilly Cooper comedy award for Weirdo
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe triumphs at Women in Print Awards, taking home the Jilly Cooper prize for her bestselling novel 'Weirdo' in a celebration of female literary talent.
The Book of Memory: A New Path to Immortality
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
States of Play Wins William Hill Sports Book Award 2025
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
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.
Reese Witherspoon's New Book Club Thriller Pick
Hollywood star Reese Witherspoon selects Ruth Harrow's gripping psychological thriller 'Before I Say Goodbye' for her acclaimed book club, promising readers an unforgettable emotional journey.
Three Unforgettable Literary Fiction Masterpieces
Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.
Philip Pullman's Final Book of Dust - Exclusive Extract
Dive into an exclusive extract from Philip Pullman's breathtaking conclusion to The Book of Dust trilogy, featuring Lyra Silvertongue's most perilous journey yet in this highly anticipated literary finale.
Rare 1659 Latin text rediscovered at university library
A long-missing 17th-century Latin book, 'Theologia Moralis,' has been miraculously recovered at Michigan State University's library after being lost for approximately 50-70 years, sparking excitement among rare book historians.
Library staff threatened over feminist book protests
Library employees in Westminster report being threatened by managers after refusing to remove a contentious feminist book from shelves following public protests.
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.
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.
National Book Award 2025 Finalists Revealed
The prestigious National Book Award shortlist features acclaimed authors Bryan Washington and Rabih Alameddine among twenty exceptional finalists across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and young people's literature categories.
Colwill Brown wins BBC Short Story Award 2025
Yorkshire author Colwill Brown wins prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2025 for 'You Cannot Thread a Moving Needle,' celebrated for its authentic regional dialect and emotional depth.
The Librarians: TV drama tackles the fight against book bans
A new Sky series, 'The Librarians', dramatises the real-life battle against literary censorship, following a group of women determined to protect intellectual freedom in their community.
Antony Maitland: Illustrator of Literary Greats Passes at 90
A tribute to the extraordinary career of illustrator Antony Maitland, whose evocative artwork for authors like Rosemary Sutcliff and Leon Garfield brought classic children's literature to life for generations.
New York Burger Bar Wins America's Best Burger Award
A modest New York burger joint has stunned the culinary world by beating fierce competition to win the prestigious 'America's Best Burger' award. Discover the secret behind their winning creation.
Abi Daré Wins Climate Fiction Prize for New Sequel
Nigerian author Abi Daré secures the inaugural Climate Fiction Prize for her upcoming novel, 'The Girl Who Fought The Wind', a powerful sequel exploring climate justice in Lagos.
Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by £1,200 book valuation
A guest on Antiques Roadshow was left speechless after expert Justin Croft appraised a seemingly ordinary 19th-century book, revealing its astonishing four-figure valuation and fascinating literary history.
Tom Cox's Folk-Horror Masterpiece: The UK's State of the Nation Novel
Discover why Tom Cox's folk-horror masterpiece, 'Everything Will Swallow You', is being hailed as the most perceptive and unsettling state of the nation novel of our times. A review of the cosy catastrophe that holds a dark mirror to modern Britain.
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