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.
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.
The beloved quiz show surprised audiences with a heartfelt homage to the romantic fiction author during its latest episode, creating an unforgettable television moment.
Explore the mysterious world of Thomas Pynchon, the reclusive literary master whose groundbreaking works continue to captivate readers decades after their publication.
Celebrated authors and public figures across Britain honour Jilly Cooper's extraordinary legacy following her passing, celebrating her as the beloved 'queen' of romantic fiction who defined a generation.
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.
Tributes pour in for the iconic British author who revolutionised romantic fiction with her racy Rutshire Chronicles and unforgettable characters like Rupert Campbell-Black.
Tributes pour in for beloved author Jilly Cooper as fans and fellow writers celebrate her extraordinary life, unforgettable characters, and lasting impact on British literature.
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.
The acclaimed author of 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' returns with a powerful new novel weaving together five interconnected stories of trauma and redemption in modern-day Dublin.
The legendary filmmaker's first work of fiction divides critics while new translations of Olga Tokarczuk and Souvankham Thammavongsa's poignant short stories captivate readers.
Discover Andrew O'Hagan's profound meditation on friendship in contemporary society, examining how digital connections are reshaping our most fundamental human relationships.
The prestigious Goldsmiths Prize unveils its 2025 shortlist, featuring literary stars Sarah Hall and Charlie Porter among six exceptional works celebrating innovation in fiction.
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.
Elizabeth Day's explosive new novel 'One of Us' pulls back the curtain on the private lives, ambitions and moral compromises of Conservative politicians in Westminster's corridors of power.
Discover why this underrated Netflix science fiction series is captivating audiences with its mind-bending plot and stellar performances that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton, icons from the Terminator franchise, shocked fans with their dramatically changed appearances during an unexpected reunion that's set social media ablaze.
The BBC has released electrifying first-look images for the new series of Doctor Who, starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson, promising a thrilling new era for the Time Lord.
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.
A groundbreaking biography uncovers Raymond Chandler's profound admiration for Franz Kafka, revealing how the Czech writer's bleak vision shaped the hardboiled detective genre.
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.
The Man Booker Prize 2025 shortlist showcases six extraordinary novels, featuring literary heavyweights Kiran Desai and David Szalay, praised for their 'brilliantly human' storytelling.
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.
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.
Callie Hernandez stars in a genre-defying masterpiece that blurs the lines between documentary and fiction, exploring consciousness and identity in the digital age.
The BBC has officially announced the return of Doctor Who for a new series in 2025, with Ncuti Gatwa's Fifteenth Doctor and Millie Gibson's Ruby Sunday set for more time-travelling adventures. Get the exclusive first details on the upcoming season.
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.
Ian McEwan's provocative new novel, 'What We Can Know', delivers a powerful critique of contemporary liberal thought, exploring its intellectual fragility and moral failings through a gripping narrative of a family in crisis.
Discover the definitive ranking of Ian McEwan's 10 greatest novels, from the Booker Prize-winning 'Amsterdam' to the controversial masterpiece 'Nutshell', featuring a foetus narrator.
Discover the haunting and beautifully crafted debut novel, The Names by Florence Knapp. A profound exploration of memory, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of family, set against a backdrop of simmering suspense.