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Bill Gates’ five favourite books includes rock star’s memoir | Books | Entertainment
Every year Bill Gates shares a reading list with his millions of followers, usually focusing on books he’s discovered in the past 12 months. But a few years ago, he…
Winds of Winter release – George RR Martin’s latest post leaves fans in despair | Books | Entertainment
It’s been 14 years since George RR Martin last published a novel in his A Song of Ice and Fire fantasy series. The Game of Thrones TV show has been…
Game of Thrones and Pirates of the Caribbean stars join new Harry Potter cast | Books | Entertainment
Alongside the Warner Bros TV series reboot of Harry Potter, is the upcoming full cast audio editions from Audible. Joining the previously announced likes of Hugh Laurie as Dumbledore and…
‘We’re booksellers — 5 best young adult books to read in September’ | Books | Entertainment
When there’s a chill in the air and leaves are starting to change colour, there’s nothing like cosying up with a book. Autumn is already making itself known and these…
Ken Follett said little-known 1861 novel Is one of best ever written | Books | Entertainment
Ken Follett, renowned for his thrillers and historical fiction, has become one of modern literature’s most read and revered writers. With over 40 novels to his name – celebrated for…
Tracy Beaker author was told book would ‘flop’ but it changed her life | Books | Entertainment
Dame Jacqueline Wilson, who is nearing her 80th birthday, continues to captivate readers with her poignant novels. Her latest offering, Picture Imperfect, is a sequel to the 1999 hit The…
Book-lovers list ‘overrated books’ that left them feeling underwhelmed | Books | Entertainment
A book-lover asked whether people could share the books that they didn’t understand the hype around. Taking to the ‘suggest me a book’ Reddit thread, they wrote: “Overrated books people…
Jacqueline Wilson credits job before author for giving her invaluable skill | Books | Entertainment
Dame Jacqueline Wilson, the beloved author, has just released her latest adult novel, Picture Imperfect, a sequel to the 1999 hit Illustrated Mum. The new book revisits Dolphin, the character…
The ‘masterpiece’ novel that’s been named ‘the greatest of all time’ | Books | Entertainment
This book racks up a huge 735 pages but tells the story of just one single day – and readers have called it a “masterpiece”. Often hailed as one of…