‘Masterpiece’ crime book set in English seaside town is ‘best ever’ | Books | Entertainment

Over the past few decades, thousands of incredible crime novels have been written. Many have become bestsellers or turned into gripping TV dramas. But some remain under the radar, despite…

Stephen King fans learn about real-life events that inspired Pennywise | Films | Entertainment

Stephen King’s 1986 horror novel IT has had a number of adaptations in the almost 30 years since it was first published. However, what they all have in common is…

Exclusive book extract: Read Frederick Forsyth’s sequel to The Odessa | Books | Entertainment

“Karl Weber leaped into the air before the ball had hit the back of the net, his frenzied cheers as indecipherable as the thousands that surrounded him. The entire Cannstatter…

I read every day – here are my top 5 books to read before 2025 ends | Books | Entertainment

Books are a great way to relax, pass the time or learn something new – and choosing your favourites is a very subjective matter. They can leave an impression on a…

To Kill a Mockingbird author Harper Lee’s new book is ‘tear-inducing’ | Books | Entertainment

A posthumous work from the author of Pulitzer Prize-winning novel To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee, has been released this week. The book’s synopsis reads: “Harper Lee remains a landmark…

Read Virginia Giuffre’s memoir for free – here’s how | Books | Entertainment

Virginia Roberts Giuffre’s powerful memoir, Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice, has finally been released in the UK. In it, she recounts her harrowing journey…

My dad was 1 of UK’s most famous authors – this is why I use his name for my own books | Books | Entertainment

Author Felix Francis with his late father, novelist and champion jockey Dick Francis, in 2009 (Image: Alamy) Felix Francis fixes me with a broad smile. “I always say fact is stranger…

I read everyday – these are the top five books I’ve read in 10 years | Books | Entertainment

Leo Woodhall and Ambika Mod star as Dexter and Emma in the One Day Netflix adaptation (Image: Netflix) Books are a great way to relax, pass the time or learn…

Blake Expectations – all hail Melanie, new queen of the ‘bonkbuster’ | Books | Entertainment

After the sad loss of national treasure Jilly Cooper this month, Melanie Blake is the last “queen of the bonkbuster” standing. Or should that be the last one reclining in…

The top book releases hitting shelves this month one is a thriller | Books | Entertainment

The high street and online retailer TGJones, the one-stop destination for all things books, stationery and entertainment, is kicking Autumn off with their handpicked selection of October and November’s most exciting…