Republic Short Story Reward: Shortlist Unveiled
The Republic Short Story Reward reveals its shortlist of 25 stories chosen from 7,920 entries. Winners will be announced in May & June, with publication by Granta.
Book Reviews: Kitamura’s ‘Audition,’ O’Leary, Spinney, Smith, Hickey
Reviews cover Kitamura's 'Audition' (acting, social roles), O'Leary's 'Swept Away' (romance), Spinney's 'Proto' (language origins), Smith's 'Bad Friend' (female friendship), and Hickey's 'Big Chief' (tribal politics).
New Book Reviews: Kitamura, Hickey, Spinney, Watt Smith, O’Leary
Reviews of new books: Katie Kitamura's novel, Jon Hickey's political satire, Laura Spinney's language history, Tiffany Watt Smith's friendship study, and Beth O'Leary's survival romance. Insightful critiques and summaries provided.
UK Book Chart: Stevenson Leads, Roberts Tops Official Top 50
Gary Stevenson leads Paperback Non-Fiction. Sophie Waplington tops Hardback Non-Fiction. Lauren Roberts' Fearless leads Official UK Top 50. Easter-themed titles rise. Peter James debuts in MMF.
Walter Scott Prize 2025: Celebrating Historical Fiction
The Walter Scott Prize 2025 winner will be announced on June 12th, awarding £25,000. Shortlisted authors receive £1,500. The prize celebrates and promotes the joy and value of historical fiction.
UK Book Chart: Roberts Leads, Horowitz Returns, Easter Books Surge
Lauren Roberts tops the UK book chart, continuing the Romantasy trend. Horowitz makes the top 50. Easter books see a sales surge. Stevenson leads Non-Fiction.