Books & Fiction Overdue George Orwell novel returned to Hull library after 50 years The copy of George Orwell's novel has a signature "musty" smell, according to the library. January 20, 2025
Books & Fiction Yeovil Literary Festival returns to town for 11th year Co-festival creator Marcus Bishop said the event always creates a "big buzz" in the town. January 20, 2025
Books & Fiction John Cooper Clarke: Poet premieres new poem on North West Tonight The poet, dubbed the bard of Salford, gives the BBC a preview of his newly penned poem. January 19, 2025
Books & Fiction The superstar tidying guru who transformed our homes: How Marie Kondo’s ‘Life-Changing Magic’ cast its spell Decluttering expert Marie Kondo's best-selling book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up was a global phenomenon, changing our thinking about material excess. January 18, 2025
Books & Fiction Meet the James Herriot superfans making pilgrimages to Thirsk Museum celebrating 25th anniversary draws visitors from US and Australia who love the country vet. January 18, 2025
Books & Fiction St Bees School book returned after more than 100 years The book bears an inscription with the name Leonard Ewbank, along with the date 25 September 1911. January 17, 2025
Books & Fiction Wolverhampton Literature Festival set to host authors, comedians and a former drummer The festival will run from 31 January to 2 February at venues across Wolverhampton. January 16, 2025
Books & Fiction Six-year-old author to receive national honour Child author Jayce from Birmingham is set to be recognised for his work to inspire other children. January 16, 2025
Books & Fiction Sally Doherty: ‘Chopstick Sally’ allows author to feel more included Sally Doherty, who lives in Surrey, was diagnosed with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in May 2006. January 15, 2025