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Beautiful books make the perfect Christmas gift
Unwrap the magic of storytelling this Christmas with this selection of beautiful books, perfect for gifting loved ones during the festive...


LadBaby’s parenting hacks for surviving Christmas with kids – plus the joy of starting the festivities now
LadBaby creators Mark and Roxanne Hoyle tell Lisa Salmon their Christmas tree is already up, and give their tips for family festive...


Kaleb Cooper: Jeremy Clarkson is my best mate – but he’s still a trainee farmer
The Clarkson’s Farm tractor-loving sidekick reveals how the dynamic works. Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper talks working the land and...

Best new books for Christmas gifts
Celebrate the joy of reading this Christmas with our guide to the best new books perfect for gifting. From gripping thrillers and...


Kate Humble: ‘We’ve become so disconnected with the whole process of food’
Lauren Taylor talks to the TV presenter about the beauty of artisan, the threaputic nature of cooking and feeling homesick. Despite...


Weird Barbie actor Kate McKinnon: Why I came off social media seven years ago
The award-winning comedian and actor hopes her debut children’s novel will help ‘the next generation of weirdos’ feel less alone. Kate...


Armadillos, cockerels, whales and more: The ‘profound effect’ animals have had on Bill Bailey’s life
Comedian and former Strictly winner Bill Bailey talks to Prudence Wade about the animals that have shaped his life. Bill Bailey shares...


Robert Peston: Having ADHD has helped me in my career
The ITV News political editor reveals the difficulty he has keeping his cool on television. After working flat out on the recent General...


Summer reads for the holiday season
Escape with the best of the bunch of new reads out this summer. Pop these books in your suitcase this summer (Alamy/PA) If you’ve already...


Comedian Helen Lederer: I wish I’d been kinder to myself
Extreme dieting, career setbacks and the darker side of comedy all feature in Helen Lederer’s memoir. By Hannah Stephenson. (Tony...


5 new books to read this week
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Blessings by Chukwuebuka Ibeh and The Painter’s Daughters by Emily Howes. American novelist...


10 books to make the perfect Christmas gift
Find the ideal book to give your loved one this festive season. Whatever your family and friends’ hobbies or pastimes, or fact or fiction...


10 of the best romantic summer reads
Escape with a holiday romance. Want to immerse yourself in some summer romance? There’s a raft of new novels to choose from, whether...


5 new books to read this week
This week’s bookcase includes reviews of Victory City by Salman Rushdie and Untamed Shore by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Salman Rushdie is back...


My family routine: Joe Wicks on time in nature, reading together and mealtime chats
The fitness advocate is one of the famous authors selected for this year’s World Book Day. Abi Jackson finds out more. No screens at...


Nisha Katona’s Mowgli sticky fingers recipe
Using slices of paneer instead of chicken wings, this is a meat-free take on a restaurant favourite. “What happens when the famous Mowgli...


Ruth Jones on writing in her pyjamas, waiting for inspiration and the joy of having a varied career
As her latest novel is published, the Welsh author, screenwriter and comedy star talks to Lisa Salmon. As feisty Nessa in the popular BBC...


Michael Ball on overcoming the crippling stage fright which threatened his career
The musical theatre star, TV and radio presenter brings his own theatre experience into his debut novel. By Hannah Stephenson. Musical...


Black History Month: 7 books by emerging black authors to put on your reading list
Use October as an opportunity to get stuck into some of the best books of 2022. It’s been a brilliant year so far for major debut novels....


Nadiya Hussain on overcoming shyness and how her sister-in-law’s death changed her
The former Bake Off winner tells Katie Wright how she found a new perspective on life after the family tragedy. When Nadiya Hussain was...
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