Día de Muertos: 9 nonfiction books to celebrate Day of the Dead

Explore the rich history, significance, and global celebration of Día de los Muertos with top nonfiction picks, blending tradition and modernity.
Creative bodies urge UK PM: safeguard copyright at AI Summit

Creative industries urge UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to safeguard copyrights amid AI developments ahead of Safety Summit.
Matthew Perry book: Chandler’s life was his ideal – review

From early struggles to iconic roles, we see how addiction took control of Matthew Perry in his memoir, as we sadly mourn his death.
Nasrin Sotoudeh: Iranian author held after metro death funeral

The arrest of activist Nasrin Sotoudeh, often referred to as “Iran’s Nelson Mandela,” has sparked international outrage.
Camilla Nord book: The Balanced Brain author on pain

Neuroscientist Camilla Nord explores chronic pain-depression link while sharing insights into brain-wellness connection and placebo effect.
With The End in Mind author Dr Kathryn Mannix on death

How To Be Books had the pleasure of speaking with “With The End of Mind” author Dr Kathryn Mannix on how to talk about death.
Will publishers embrace AI chatbot reading companions?

YouAI attempts to enhance reader experiences by merging traditional books with another conversational AI chatbot.
Writers Against War on Gaza: thousands support letter

Prominent cultural figures including writers unite, expressing solidarity with Palestinians amid ongoing war in Gaza.
Black British History: UK adults lack knowledge, new study finds

Discover UK’s overlooked Black history and why Atinuke urges comprehensive integration in British education.
Who has the right to tell stories? Salman Rushdie says anyone

The debate on an authors’ right to venture beyond their experiences and tell others’ stories has resurfaced after Salman Rushdie’s comments.