Cobalt Red book: the brutal cost to Congo for our devices – review

Siddharth Kara’s powerful book Cobalt Red is a reminder that there is a cost to technological advancement which has been hidden.
World Health Day books: reading to raise awareness

It’s World Health Day, which is why we’re looking at books that tackle the subject of healthcare and the systems around us.
Bloodbath Nation by Paul Auster: book reminds us that gun violence is personal – review

Bloodbath Nation by Paul Auster looks at the challenges around firearms in the US, including the gun lobby and mass shootings.
Books similar to The Power: gender empowering dystopian novels

The Power has been adapted for Amazon Prime following the book’s worldwide success hence we look at similar books in the genre.
What is motherhood really like? – Don’t Forget to Scream author Marianne Levy

We talk about what motherhood is really like with Don’t Forget to Scream author Marianne Levy, and why there’s so much stigma.
How To Be Books Podcast season 3 is back

How To Be Books Podcast returns for season 3 with some ridiculously amazing guests – including Nobel Peace Prize winners and top scientists.
Best books in March 2023: recommendations

Lo and behold, spring is almost here hence we take a look at the best books in March, which include some pretty dark reads!
Rick Rubin book: The Creative Act is a life lesson in innovation – review

The Creative Act by legendary American music producer Rick Rubin is an important book that looks into the act and process of creativity.
Pamela Anderson memoir: moving past trauma in Love, Pamela – review

Here is a review of Pamela Anderson’s memoir Love, Pamela which looks into the hardships the actress faced and the resilience she embodies.
Rathbones Folio Prize 2023: Margo Jefferson big winner of the night

The Rathbones Folio Prize 2023 has been handed out at the British Library, celebrating the best of new literature.