Alan Garner: The magical master of British literature
With Treacle Walker, Alan Garner has become the oldest writer to be nominated for The Booker Prize. His wonderful books have delighted generations, writes...
Children fear bullying ‘if they admit enjoying reading books’
The National Literacy Trust says reading among some youngsters is at its lowest level for 20 years.
Bridget Jones: Life lessons she taught Gen Z from self-acceptance to the power of granny pants
Grab your diary and your ice cream - here are Bridget's relatable wisdoms for those trying to survive adulthood.
Barbara Taylor Bradford: A Woman of Substance author dies at 91
She was one of Britain's best-selling novelists, with books including 1979's A Woman of Substance.
Booker Prize 2023: Find out about the winner and nominees
Discover the six novels that were in the running for the prestigious literary award.
Historic book of Suffolk witch trials to be put in museum display
The books recounts the witch trials historians believe inspired the Salem trials in the United States of America.
Barnstaple teen creates graphic novel to record north Devon life
The 17-year-old has created the graphic novel for the cultural institution Beaford Arts
Escaped capybara Cinnamon stars in new children’s book
Author Tracey J Morgan pens a book about the capybara's great escape from her zoo enclosure.
Guernsey library announced as finalist for UK award
Guille-Allès Library in St Peter Port is one of four South West finalists for Library of the Year.