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Real-life muses for Jilly Cooper's Rupert Campbell-Black

Discover the fascinating aristocratic figures from British high society, including Queen Camilla's former husband Andrew Parker Bowles, who served as muses for Jilly Cooper's legendary literary character Rupert Campbell-Black.

Queen Camilla's heartfelt tribute to Jilly Cooper

The Queen Consort delivered a moving tribute to bestselling author Jilly Cooper at the Women's Prize for Fiction, praising her literary legacy and confessing to being a longtime fan of her 'joyous' novels.

Jilly Cooper's Wild Love Life Exposed

Delve into the extraordinary real-life love affairs of bestselling author Jilly Cooper, whose passionate relationships with married men and dramatic personal life provided the explosive material for her iconic novels.

Author Jilly Cooper dies aged 88

The literary world mourns the loss of Jilly Cooper, the iconic author who brought us Rutshire Chronicles and redefined romantic fiction. Remembering her extraordinary life and enduring legacy.

Trent Dalton's 'Gravity Let Me Go' Fails to Soar

Acclaimed Australian author Trent Dalton's latest novel, 'Gravity Let Me Go,' struggles under the weight of its own ambitions. Our review examines why this much-anticipated crime caper has disappointed critics with its crude humour and narrative flaws.

The Names: Florence Knapp's Gripping Literary Mystery

Discover why Florence Knapp's debut novel 'The Names' is becoming the must-read book of the season. This compelling mystery weaves family secrets with psychological depth in a narrative that will keep you guessing until the final page.

Hunter S. Thompson's Death: The Gonzo Finale

Twenty years after his dramatic exit, a new review examines the complex legacy of Hunter S. Thompson's suicide and its profound impact on literature and counterculture.

Mail Writer Shaun Usher Dies Aged 88

The literary world mourns the loss of Shaun Usher, celebrated Daily Mail writer and author, who passed away peacefully at 88, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in British journalism.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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