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.
A Memoir of My Former Self: Hilary Mantel continues to excel – review
Explore Hilary Mantel’s posthumous collection of essays in “A Memoir of My Former Self,” a literary journey through diverse subjects.
US prisons books censorship: thousands banned and restricted
Report reveals extensive books censorship in US prisons as PEN America advocates for reading rights behind bars.
Hiba Kamal Abu Nada: Palestinian poet killed in Gaza
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Hiba Kamal Abu Nada, a celebrated Palestinian poet and writer, has tragically lost her life due to an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. The last words and reflections of Hiba Kamal Abu Nada The Culture Palestine Ministry took to Facebook to express their profound grief over her untimely death. Recognised […]