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Ajay Chowdhury and Ian Rankin are among the authors of this year’s standout novels, including cosy escapes, dodgy cops and a murder told backwards

A deep space community, a compelling critique of empire, a UFO novel like no other and more

Memories of growing up in a takeaway, eulogies to pressure cookers and snacks, and the best of Jamaican and Indian cuisine

Heartfelt memoirs from Richard E Grant and Viola Davis, childhood tales of religious dogma, and vivid insights into Agatha Christie and John Donne

Dazzling invention from Jennifer Egan, a state-of-the nation tale from Jonathan Coe and impressive debut novels and short stories are among this year’s highlights

Journeys through music, history, magic and more, plus the standout books for young adults

As Emma Corrin plays Virginia Woolf’s most thrilling, radical protagonist in a new West End production, its writer Neil Bartlett explores why it’s time to reintroduce ourselves to ‘Orlando’

In a world, where most of us fail to accept and appreciate the life we live, the things we possess, Hasitha Illa, who suffers from a neurological condition Friedreich’s Ataxia, has not only embraced her disability, but she, along with child development expert and parenting coach, Saakshi Singla, have gone…

Former health secretary looks to defend his actions during the pandemic with some controversial claims as he points the finger of blame at others

Former health secretary Matt Hancock has released a book where he looks to defend his actions during the pandemic with some eye-catching claims as he points the finger of blame at others

The Sinn Fein leader spoke to Ryan Tubridy on this week's Late Late Show