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Knife by Salman Rushdie: a memoir about mortality – review

The shocking memoir ‘Knife’ by Salman Rushdie reveals the terrifying reality of his attack and the reality of our mortality.

Liberation Station: Black-owned bookstore forced to shut after threats

Raleigh’s Liberation Station Black-owned bookstore closes amid threats, impacting diversity in children’s literature.

Post Office scandal: Nick Wallis on how we got here – review

The Great Post Office Scandal by Nick Wallis review

Nick Wallis uncovers shocking systemic failures in ‘The Great Post Office Scandal’, revealing widespread misconduct and injustice.

Wave of bomb threats target Minnesota libraries

Wave of bomb threats target Minnesota libraries. Police car sirens in front of black and white image of library book shelves and tables.

Exploring the recent wave of bomb threats at Minnesota public libraries and their widespread impact.

British Library battles ongoing cyber-attack fallout

British Library battles ongoing cyber-attack fallout. Blue image of hooded cyber attacker and algorithm numbers on top of British Library building

British Library confronts ongoing challenges more than two months after a significant cyber-attack impacted services.

Salman Rushdie memoir: attack trial delayed due to book

Salman Rushdie memoir attack trial may face delay due to book

A new book by Salman Rushdie on the 2022 attack that left him with life-changing injuries delays trial of his alleged assailant.

Ex-soldier jailed for arson plot attack on left-wing bookshop

Ex-soldier jailed for arson attack plot on bookshop

Ex-soldier sentenced to prison for planning arson attack on left-wing bookshop fuelled by extremist beliefs.

NaNoWriMo board addresses ‘grooming’ claims as users leave

NaNoWriMo board addresses grooming claims

NaNoWriMo Board addresses grooming claims, outlines steps to ensure safety, and reaffirms commitment to the writing community.

Only Murders in the Building: why we love true crime books

True crime books. Black silhouettes of person on stairs, fallen person and standing person with fingerprint and books. In front of green, red and gold art deco motif to represent Only Murders in the Building

Dive into the allure of true crime books and Only Murders in the Building. We look at the psychology and impact that explore this fascination.

International Missing Children’s Day: 7 harrowing books

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Every year, International Missing Children’s Day looks at the devastating impact of lost family members – here are some books on the topic.

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