Books1 day agoOverdue library book returned almost 77 years lateThe book, due back in 1949, is found in an attic and is finally available to be borrowed again.1 day ago4 days agoRomantasy book club helping rural readers connectReaders are sharing their love of dragons, faeries and witches in a book club sparked by the genre.4 days ago7 days agoOscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.7 days ago2 Jun 2026Philippa Perry's 'cosy crime' novel set in South DownsPhilippa Perry, Grayson Perry's wife, has set her new murder mystery book in the South Downs.2 Jun 20261 Jun 2026Facebook whistle-blower sits in silence in panel discussion about her tell-all bookSarah Wynn-Williams can't promote her tell-all memoir about Facebook due to ongoing court action. 1 Jun 202631 May 2026The Port Talbot writer following in the footsteps of Sally RooneyCommunion is included on a list that's previously celebrated Normal People author Sally Rooney.31 May 202631 May 2026Former Poet Laureate to head children's festivalMichael Rosen, author of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, will head up a children's literature festival in June.31 May 202629 May 2026I'll wear it to bed, says Emma Thompson after award win at Hay FestivalThe actress and writer speaks about novels she loves and the books that inspired her.29 May 202628 May 2026How did this novel about food win a Booker Prize this year?Taiwan Travelogue is the first novel translated from Mandarin Chinese to win the prestigious award.28 May 2026...
