Monty Don Announces New Book and Major UK Tour
Monty Don announces new book 'The Best of British Gardens' and a UK tour for spring 2025, delighting fans.
Category : Books
Fran Lebowitz: ‘Hiking is the most stupid thing I could ever imagine’
Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered views on leaf blowers, hiking, Labubu dolls, and modern life in a candid interview.
Top 10 Must-Read Autobiographies of 2025
Top 10 must-read autobiographies of 2025, featuring Margaret Atwood, Anthony Hopkins, Kathy Burke, Jacinda Ardern, and more.
Your Life Without Me by James Meek review – angel of destruction haunts a domestic drama
James Meek's novel Your Life Without Me intertwines a plot to blow up St Paul's Cathedral with a family tragedy, exploring loss and radicalism.
Alan Bennett’s Diary of Turning 90 and Royal Reflections
Alan Bennett's diary of turning 90 includes meeting the Queen at Windsor Castle and reflections on ageing, dependency, and feeling not yet grown up.
Never mind the lit-bros: Infinite Jest is a true classic at 30
Thirty years on, David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest transcends its 'lit-bro' reputation as a true classic, says a late-blooming reader.
The Tragic Fall of Zac Brettler: A Tale of Deceit and Dangerous Allure
The story of Zac Brettler, a 19-year-old who fell to his death from a luxury Thameside apartment, entangled in a world of deceit, gangland figures, and dangerous allure.
Best recent poetry: Sprackland, Moore, Kelly, Symmons Roberts and Skeets
Review roundup of recent poetry collections by Sprackland, Moore, Kelly, Symmons Roberts and Skeets.
Emmerdale's Dominic Brunt Married to Famous Soap Star Wife
Emmerdale legend Dominic Brunt, who plays Paddy Kirk, has been married to actress Joanne Mitchell since 2003. She has appeared on Emmerdale in four roles and also starred on Coronation Street.
Paul Morley Reappraises Yoko Ono In New Book Review
Paul Morley's new book celebrates Yoko Ono's art before the Beatles, focusing on her childhood and avant-garde career in New York.
Amazon and Goodreads restrict reviews of JD Vance's new memoir after criticism
Amazon and Goodreads restrict reviews of JD Vance's memoir 'Communion' after numerous one-star critiques, with media also panning the book.
Young Finns ditch mother tongue for English books, alarming publishers
Young Finns increasingly buy English books over Finnish, driven by BookTok and internet culture, threatening translated literature.
Joe Sacco speaks out after publisher withdraws book on India sectarian riots
Joe Sacco's graphic novel on India's 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots withdrawn by Penguin Random House India after editorial demands.
One O'Clock Gun Pub: Scouse Welcome at Albert Dock
Discover The One O'Clock Gun on Liverpool's Albert Dock, a pub named after the historic cannon. Operations manager Rob Swift shares the story of Scouse hospitality and community spirit.
‘Read This and You Will Be Happier’: Experts Pick the Self-Help Books That Really Work
Experts including Philippa Perry and Orna Guralnik recommend self-help books that really work, from attachment theory to psychoanalysis.
Florence Knapp on Literary Inspirations and Writing Journey
Florence Knapp shares her literary inspirations, from Charlotte Brontë to Maya Angelou, and her journey as a debut author.
Ian McEwan's Scathing Indictment of Modern Liberalism
Ian McEwan's novel 'What We Can Know' critiques modern liberalism through a future Britain, exploring insularity and moral blind spots.
Non-Speaking Autistic Author Woody Brown Defies Odds with Debut Novel
Non-speaking autistic author Woody Brown, 28, publishes acclaimed debut novel 'Upward Bound', overcoming childhood dismissal by specialists and teachers.
Virginia Evans and Lyse Doucet win Women’s prize for fiction and nonfiction
Virginia Evans wins Women's prize for fiction with 'The Correspondent'; Lyse Doucet wins nonfiction award for 'The Finest Hotel in Kabul'.
Mick Herron Knows How Jackson Lamb Will Die
Mick Herron reveals he knows how Jackson Lamb dies; Richard Osman discusses new book and adaptations.
Anna Dempsey Wins Inaugural Hilary Mantel Prize for Florida Novel
Anna Dempsey wins inaugural Hilary Mantel prize for her unpublished Florida-set novel, beating 2,300 submissions.
Brad Pitt to star in Tim Winton's The Riders, directed by Conclave's Edward Berger
Edward Berger directs Brad Pitt in A24's adaptation of Tim Winton's novel The Riders, produced by Ridley Scott.
Nikita Gill's 'Hekate' Reimagines the Greek Goddess in Verse
Nikita Gill's verse novel 'Hekate the Witch' reimagines the Greek goddess as a traumatised young deity seeking love and belonging.
Alan Bennett's Diaries: Nostalgia, Shame and Creative Flourishing
Alan Bennett's fourth diary volume covers 2016-2024, blending nostalgia, shame, and creative success despite physical decline.
Top Crime and Thriller Books to Read This June 2026
Discover the best new crime and thriller books to read in June 2026, from Abir Mukherjee to Terry Deary and exciting debuts.
Euromillions and Thunderball Draw: £33m Jackpot Up for Grabs
Get the winning Euromillions and Thunderball numbers for Friday, June 19. The Euromillions jackpot stands at £33m, with draws at 8pm and 8.45pm.
Couple Adopts Labrador Puppy, Gets Big Surprise
A couple adopted a puppy they thought was a labrador, but as it grew, its ears stood up and nose changed, revealing it was a mongrel. They love her anyway.
Upside-Down Blueberry Cake with Five-Spice Recipe
Benjamina Ebuehi shares her twist on upside-down cake using blueberries and five-spice. This juicy, aromatic bake is perfect with ice-cream.
Top 10 Must-Read Books: The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo Tops
Owlcation's list of the top 10 books everyone should read features classics and modern masterpieces, with The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo at number one.
Romanian Author Mircea Cărtărescu's Blinding Trilogy Finally Reaches UK Readers
Romanian author Mircea Cărtărescu's acclaimed Blinding trilogy reaches UK readers nearly 30 years after its Romanian debut.
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