Alice Munro: 12 famous works, short stories, and Nobel Prize book
Discover the life and legacy of Alice Munro, the acclaimed Canadian author celebrated for her profound storytelling and her expansive works.
BookTok Bookshelves initiative aims to boost literacy in the UK
TikTok and National Literacy Trust (NLT) launch BookTok Bookshelves in the UK to boost literacy among young people.
Should we judge a book by its cover? Apparently, we do
Explore the fascinating role of book covers in attracting readers and their impact on sales – are we judging books by their covers?
Amazon restricts reviews on Kristi Noem’s book after dog killing backlash
Amazon restricts reviews on South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem’s book following backlash over her account of killing her dog.
UK publishing industry revenue hits record £7.1bn in 2023
UK publishing industry revenue hits record £7.1 billion in 2023, driven by digital, audiobooks and export growth.
Spotify launches Countdown Pages for Audiobooks
Spotify expands Countdown Pages to audiobooks, enhancing fan engagement with pre-save and release date features.
Zadie Smith faces backlash for essay on Gaza campus protests
Explore the controversy surrounding an essay by Zadie Smith on Palestine and campus protests in the New Yorker.
What are the green poison books and how to tell if it has arsenic in it
Discover the hazards of arsenic in 19th-century green ‘poison’ books and learn how to identify potentially toxic covers.
San Francisco literary tour: why the Beat Generation loved it
Explore the rich literary heritage of San Francisco in our tour, from historic Beat Generation landmarks to vibrant and iconic bookstores.
More than 40,000 AI-narrated audiobooks available on Audible
AI-narrated audiobooks on Audible surge to 40,000 titles, sparking debate among authors and listeners alike.