Simon Schama on Foreign Bodies: unveiling the history of pandemics
Explore the historical perspective on pandemics in Foreign Bodies by Simon Schama. Unravelling tales of human ingenuity, and irrationality.
Leila Slimani explores ‘obsession’ with fiction as Watch Us Dance released
In a conversation with Bonnie Greer, Leila Slimani shares insights into her craft, her Moroccan background, and her perspective on humanity.
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.
Vilnius literary tour: UNESCO literature city has long tradition
Vilnius has a rich literary history, with numerous famous authors, poets, and intellectuals associated with the city, so it’s worth the tour.
Jaipur Literature Festival 2023: climate change, colonialism and constitution
The Jaipur Literature Festival returned this year to London with stark warnings about learning from our history so that we can ensure a better future.
Queer animals: British Library holds event with Isabella Rossellini for Pride 2023
Researchers are apparently uncovering queer animals, say authors Sabrina Imbler, Lucy Cooke and actress Isabella Rossellini in an event at the British Library for Pride 2023.
Women’s Prize for Fiction authors on storytelling in their shortlisted novels
Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlisted authors Barbara Kingsolver, Maggie O’Farrell, Jacqueline Crooks and Priscilla Morris speak to Kate Mosse
Jhalak Prize 2023: LGBTQ and race themes explored by winning authors
The winners of the Jhalak Prize 2023, which celebrate writers from marginalised communities, has been announced.
She’s In CTRL author Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon: women erased in tech
She’s In CTRL author Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon talks about how women in STEM have been erased from history and discussions.
Tom Hanks’ book: ‘I do like to be the storyteller’ – NationalWorld
Tom Hanks’ book Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece takes on all of his years of acting and storytelling in his next venture.