Joyce, Plath & Thomas: Writers' Hidden Struggles Revealed
Newly uncovered Royal Literary Fund files expose financial hardships of literary icons including James Joyce, Sylvia Plath and Dylan Thomas through personal letters and documents.
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90% of UK Teens Abandon Artistic Career Dreams
New study reveals why British teenagers give up on creative careers. Discover the harsh realities facing young artists and what needs to change. Read more.
TOWIE star Harry Lee starts new property career in Dubai
Former TOWIE star Harry Lee leaves reality TV behind for luxury property career in Dubai following split from Love Island's Samie Elishi. Discover his exciting new chapter.
Helen Garner wins Baillie Gifford Prize for diaries
Australian literary legend Helen Garner secures major UK literary honour for her revealing final volume of diaries, 'How to End a Story', offering unprecedented insight into her creative process and personal life.
Job Hugging: The Career Trend Blocking Your Promotion
New research uncovers how professionals clinging to comfortable roles are sabotaging career advancement and earning potential in today's competitive job market.
Ex-Spurs goalkeeper quits football for photography at 26
Ex-Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Tom Guest abandons professional football career at just 26 to pursue his passion for photography in dramatic career transformation.
Workplace Habits That Make Colleagues Dislike You
Career expert reveals the common workplace behaviours that make colleagues dislike you - from energy vampires to credit stealers. Discover how to identify and eliminate these toxic traits.
Tracy Beaker author's steamy secret shocks fans
Beloved children's author Jacqueline Wilson reveals her unexpected venture into writing adult romance novels with explicit content, leaving former child readers stunned by the dramatic genre shift.
Beckham reveals his one career regret
Football legend David Beckham reveals his surprising career regret in an emotional interview, sharing what he'd do differently about his iconic playing days and family life.
Flourishing 50: How job loss became opportunity after 50
An inspiring story of professionals who turned redundancy into remarkable success stories, proving career reinvention after 50 is not just possible but prosperous.
Failed Athlete to Millionaire CEO: The Reinvention
Discover the inspiring journey of a former athlete who transformed career-ending disappointment into a multi-million pound wellness empire, proving that sometimes our greatest successes come from our biggest failures.
Corporate lawyer to comedy star: Fatiha El-Ghorri's journey
Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri reveals her extraordinary journey from City law firm to comedy stages, sharing insights on cultural identity, career reinvention, and finding humour in life's contradictions.
Richard E. Grant's remarkable career renaissance at 66
Discover how Richard E. Grant's career exploded in his 60s with fashion campaigns, major film roles, and viral moments while navigating life after his wife's tragic passing.
Oxford study reveals children's royal career aspirations
Groundbreaking research from Oxford University uncovers the career dreams of modern children, with royal aspirations taking centre stage alongside traditional favourites.
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.
20 Ways to Transform Your Job From Dread to Dream
Discover practical strategies to transform your career dissatisfaction into fulfilment. Our expert guide reveals 20 actionable steps to reignite your passion for work and improve your daily professional life.
Woody Allen's First Novel Divides Critics
The filmmaker's debut novel, a philosophical tale of a man's search for meaning, receives a mixed reception from critics who question its literary merits.
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.
Wigtown: Scotland's Book Town With Royal Links
Explore the hidden gem of Wigtown in Scotland, a picturesque book lover's paradise with surprising royal links and award-winning attractions.
Richard Beard's Novel Reimagines Alan Turing's Life
Acclaimed author Richard Beard unveils his groundbreaking novel 'Universal Turing Machine', a profound exploration of Alan Turing's life and legacy that challenges conventional biography through speculative fiction.
Tom Gauld's hilarious take on what 'bestseller' really means
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals the comical reality behind literary success in his latest Guardian cartoon strip, offering a witty commentary on the publishing world's obsession with bestseller lists.
Hilary Mantel's Legacy: New Prize for Emerging Writers
A powerful new literary prize, established in memory of the late, great Hilary Mantel, will offer unpublished writers a life-changing opportunity to secure a book deal and follow in her footsteps.
Striped Pyjamas author John Boyne cancelled for gender views
Bestselling Irish author John Boyne, famed for 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', is at the centre of a fierce cancellation campaign after expressing gender-critical beliefs. The literary community is deeply divided over free speech and trans rights.
Queen Camilla's Witty Pride and Prejudice Joke
Queen Camilla charmed attendees at her annual literary festival with a playful reference to Colin Firth's iconic Mr Darcy lake scene from the BBC's Pride and Prejudice adaptation.
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.
Chelsea's Mudryk considers shock move to MMA
Exclusive: Chelsea's £88m star Mykhailo Mudryk is exploring a radical career change into Mixed Martial Arts, training with UFC champion Alex Volkanovski and sparking serious concerns at Stamford Bridge about his footballing future.
Queen Camilla delights book lovers at literary festival
The Queen made a surprise appearance at the inaugural Hungerford Book Festival, charming attendees with her passion for literature and support for the arts in a heartfelt speech.
Da Vinci Code Author Dan Brown Weds Longtime Mistress
Bestselling author Dan Brown, famed for 'The Da Vinci Code', has quietly married his former assistant and longtime mistress, Blythe Brown, in a private New England ceremony, Daily Mail can reveal.
Sally Rooney skips award over UK arrest threat for Palestine views
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines to attend a major UK literary awards ceremony, citing advice that her public support for Palestine could lead to her arrest upon entry to Britain.
Jean Rhys's 'Wide Sargasso Sea' Inspires London Art Show
A groundbreaking exhibition at Michael Werner Gallery explores the profound influence of Jean Rhys's literary classic 'Wide Sargasso Sea' on contemporary art, featuring works by leading international artists.
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