McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
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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.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
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.
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.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
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.
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.
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.
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
Science publishing crisis: AI 'slop' and huge profits
An investigation reveals how AI-generated research papers and soaring profit margins are pushing academic publishing toward breaking point, threatening scientific integrity worldwide.
Baillie Gifford Prize Shortlist Reveals Historical Gems
The prestigious £50,000 nonfiction award features six extraordinary books exploring everything from medieval sexuality to pirate adventures, showcasing the remarkable diversity of contemporary historical writing.
Harry Potter fanfiction lands seven-figure film deal
An anonymous Harry Potter fanfiction writer known as Senlinyu has landed a monumental seven-figure film deal for her dark fantasy novel 'The Mortal Instruments', proving fanfiction's growing influence in mainstream entertainment.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
Epstein Scandal Kills Fergie's Multi-Million Dollar Book Deal
Sarah Ferguson's multi-million dollar American memoir deal has been abruptly terminated in the wake of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, wiping out a major income source and leaving publishers fearing a commercial disaster.
FHM Australia Relaunches with Model Natalie Roser on Cover
Iconic men's magazine FHM Australia is back on the newsstands after a five-year hiatus, with stunning model Natalie Roser gracing the cover of its highly anticipated relaunch issue.
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