LibGen: publishers sue infamous ‘shadow library’ over pirated books

Major textbook publishers take on Library Genesis in a groundbreaking copyright battle reshaping education access.
Is self-publishing worth it? The shifting landscape of writing

Exploring the future of publishing and self-publishing’s rise while addressing quality concerns and industry shifts.
Wainwright Prize 2023: ‘staggering’ nature book wins award

The 2023 Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing and Conservation celebrates our Earth in all its glory, and the importance of protecting it.
Independent Podcast Awards: How To Be Books Podcast shortlisted

The How To Be Books Podcast was among a number of incredible and insightful shows to be nominated at the Independent Podcast Awards.
Book bans in Senate hearing: partisan battle erupts over censorship

Fierce Senate hearing debate over book bans in the US shows Democrats and Republicans clashing on censorship in education.
Clean Up Alabama call to jail librarians for giving LGBT books to kids

Clean Up Alabama is the latest group to raise issues regarding LGBTQ books, calling for librarians to be jailed for displaying it near kids.
Amazon issues new AI policy for KDP platform

With concerns mounting over the impact AI-generated books are having on the e-book market, Amazon has created some new guidelines.
Wolfson Prize nominee Professor Hakim Adi on redundancy and recognition

Professor Hakim Adi was shortlisted for the prestigious Wolfson History Prize only weeks after the University of Chichester made him redundant.
Gamification of reading: is it a page-turner or a problem?

On International Literacy Day we look at the gamification of reading in the digital age – a bookworm’s dilemma.
Who are Moms for Liberty? Unveiling extremist ties behind book bans

Explore Moms for Liberty’s extremist ties and their campaign against inclusive education in this eye-opening profile.