The Other Bennet Sister cast on why we love Austen
Ahead of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, The Other Bennet Sister cast reflects on why the author’s work still captivates audiences.
A backstreet abortion nearly killed Annie Ernaux. It became a story that shaped her life
Annie Ernaux, who had an illegal abortion in 1963, went on to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.
Sophie Kinsella: Author of Shopaholic series of novels dies aged 55
The author of the Shopaholic series of novels had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Rolling Stones finally approve Fatboy Slim sample after 25 years
One of the most bootlegged dance tracks of all time, Satisfaction Skank, gets an official release.
What is a hostile takeover – a look at competing bids for Warner Bros Discovery
What to know about Netflix and Paramount Skydance's blockbuster battle over Warner Bros Discovery.
Galashiels book gifting project to encourage reading proves a hit
Hundreds of books have been wrapped and delivered to shops, cafes and bus stops in Galashiels.
Ketamine Queen: How Jasveen Sangha spiralled before Matthew Perry death
A new BBC documentary sheds light on how Jasveen Sangha ended up being charged in the Matthew Perry case.
Exhibition shows Jane Austen’s life in ‘dismal’ Oxford
The exhibition at St John's College shows Georgian Oxford through the eyes of the Austen family.
Waterstones would sell books written by AI, says chain’s boss
James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have "disdain" for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.