Milan Kundera: four best nonfiction books to explore

Milan Kundera has left a legacy of novels mixed philosophical speculation with political critique and erotic reverie.
Gretchen Rubin and Susan Cain on the power of five senses

In a special live event, The Happiness Project author Gretchen Rubin speaks to Quiet writer Susan Cain on exploring the five senses.
World Population Day: 6 alarming books on looming climate

World Population Day draws attention to the challenges a growing or declining population can pose on the climate as written by these authors.
Disability Pride Month books: 7 reads to celebrate differences

Disability Pride Month honours people from communities that are differently abled, and authors with lived experiences share their own books.
A Few Days Full of Trouble: truth about Emmett Till murder will set us free – review

A Few Days Full of Trouble looks at historic misinformation and how Emmett Till’s murder plays a vital role in American history.
Talk To Us campaign: 5 books on mental health

The Talk to Us campaign reminds people that the Samaritans for anyone who needs someone to listen. Here are some vital books to read.
People’s Choice Podcast Awards: nominate How To Be Books Podcast

The People’s Choice Podcast Awards is upon us and the How To Be Books Podcast needs your help for nominations!
July 4th books: why US independence day isn’t celebrated by all

The July 4th holiday is painful for those whose history is rather different – hence here are 7 books about the other side.
Does the internet make us disconnected – Is This OK? author Harriet Gibsone

Is This OK? author Harriet Gibsone speaks to Suswati Basu on whether the internet is actually making us more disconnected.
Best books in June 2023: recommendations

It’s hard to believe we’re already half way through the year, but check out the best books in June – from crisis to hope.