UK publishing industry revenue hits record £7.1bn in 2023
UK publishing industry revenue hits record £7.1 billion in 2023, driven by digital, audiobooks and export growth.
Spotify launches Countdown Pages for Audiobooks
Spotify expands Countdown Pages to audiobooks, enhancing fan engagement with pre-save and release date features.
What are the green poison books and how to tell if it has arsenic in it
Discover the hazards of arsenic in 19th-century green ‘poison’ books and learn how to identify potentially toxic covers.
San Francisco literary tour: why the Beat Generation loved it
Explore the rich literary heritage of San Francisco in our tour, from historic Beat Generation landmarks to vibrant and iconic bookstores.
More than 40,000 AI-narrated audiobooks available on Audible
AI-narrated audiobooks on Audible surge to 40,000 titles, sparking debate among authors and listeners alike.
Why so many adults are reading YA books – it’s not just escapism
New study reveals adults are increasingly reading YA books for nostalgia and escapism, driven by simpler literacy and life’s complexities.
Freedom to Write Index 2023 reveals rise in writers imprisoned globally
Freedom to Write Index 2023 PEN America report reveals alarming rise in jailed writers globally, urging stronger international protections.
Paul Auster books: 7 works by late visionary writer
Explore the best books by Paul Auster, from “The New York Trilogy” to “Moon Palace,” reflecting on identity, fate, and human experience.
An evening of counter-culture with Rough Trade Books
Rough Trade Books celebrates its fifth anniversary with a vibrant event at Southbank Centre, featuring eclectic talents.
The Review: Jhalak Prize and WritersMosaic back diverse voices
Jhalak Prize founder Sunny Singh on the launch of “The Review,” a vital literary platform spotlighting writers of the global majority.