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Where to start with Samantha Harvey

A guide to reading the books of Samantha Harvey, author of Orbital and winner of the 2024 Booker Prize.

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Where to start with Haruki Murakami

Venture into the weird and wonderful world of Japan's most globally celebrated author with this guide to his best books.

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Where to start with Lisa Jewell

Lisa Jewell has been writing fiction for 25 years, including romance, domestic suspense and thrillers. Here's where to start with her work.

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How to write a novel

Had a book idea that’s been waiting patiently at the back of your mind for the right moment? Get started on it in 2025.

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What are editors looking for?

What does an editor do? Before delving into what editors are looking for in new books – what is an editor, and what do they do? An editor’s role is very similar in a way to that of a project manager, as they oversee all parts of the book’s life cycle. From reading the manuscript […]

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How to write a children’s picture book

Picture books can appear deceivingly simple to create. But in reality, are some of the trickiest books to write. With the word count being so low, every passage and illustration needs to be absolutely perfect so a child will want to read it over, and over again. Kickstart your children’s picture book writing with advice […]

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10 must-read books by Irish authors

Ireland has produced some of the best voices in contemporary literature. From tour de force debuts to bestselling favourites, we’ve rounded up recent releases to have on your to-read list.

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The perfect reads for your book club

This list of modern masterpieces and timeless classics is guaranteed to stimulate a lively discussion.

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Where to start with Jane Austen

Quiz: What to read next, based on your favourite TV shows

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Best new memoirs and autobiographies

From sporting legends to music icons, to inspiring public figures, we round up some of the best new memoirs from 2024.

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Inspire your next read with our articles, podcast, quizzes and more

The classics making waves on BookTok

How to write your first novel

Reader's guide to magical realism

Best new books out in July

Simon Prosser on books that shocked society

Podcast: summer reads with Anthony Horowitz

The Penguin pop-up at Waterstones

Entertaining audiobooks for summer

Out this month

Reading recommendations

Authors to explore

Where to start with Samantha Harvey

Where to start with Haruki Murakami

Where to start with Lisa Jewell

Where to start with Roberto Bolaño

Where to start with James Baldwin

Where to start with Italo Calvino

Want to be a writer?

How to write a novel

What are editors looking for?

How to write a children’s picture book

How to pitch your book to an agent

10 must-read books by Irish authors

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The perfect reads for your book club

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