Glasgow self published author earns six figures from Witches of Scotland series - now in talks for screenplay adaptation

A Glasgow-based author has achieved remarkable success with his fantasy book series "The Witches of Scotland," earning over six figures annually in royalties while currently working with producers on a potential screenplay adaptation. In a recent...

Book fair dates announced

Published : 18 Sep 2025, 07:52 PM Updated : 18 Sep 2025, 07:52 PM The Bangla Academy has finalised the schedule for the Amar Ekushey Book Fair, setting the dates from Dec 17, 2025 to Jan 17, 2026. The announcement came through an academy media...

Author M.L. Rio went on an 18-month road trip as research for her new book. After writing it, she settled in Philly.

Bestselling author M.L. Rio took an 18-month cross-country road trip as research for her third novel. After finishing "Hot Wax," the writer with nomadic tendencies decided it was time to settle down, choosing Philadelphia as her final landing...

Authors with Lexington ties to sign copies of new book on Sept. 22 at LHS

LEXINGTON -- Jay Harris and Michael Kathrein will sign copies of their recently released book, "Game, Set, Life: A Conversation on Character, Grit and the Power of Sports" on Monday, Sept. 22 from 6-8 p.m. at Lexington High School. Drawing from...

Author dives into the unexplained in ‘Supernatural Lake Superior’

There is no end to tales about Lake Superior, from deeply spiritual creation stories of the people who first lived along its shores thousands of years ago, to that incredible fish that an annoying relative won’t stop talking about. Many have a...

Review | The Nose — a new Georgian play reimagines Gogol to explore societal status and identity

Reviews A sharp, surreal satire, The Nose explores identity and status through outrageously funny dialogue, lights, and sounds. The Caucasus is changing — so are we. The future of journalism in the region is grim. Independent voices are under...

Books by Lyons, and other Colorado authors

Three Lyons authors / recent books • LYONS AUTHOR === Blooming Wild, by Christine Ryan Saunders (Book launch took place in Lyons — July 17, 6:30 p.m. at Dancing Spirit Equine, Lyons.) Description: Whether you’re in the thick of healing or simply...

Chennai gallery Kannadi Cupboard hosts a book fair for self-published work

Kannadi Cupboard is set to host Padithavudan Kizhithuvidavum | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Every year, the sprawling grounds of YMCA in Nandanam come alive with the Chennai Book Fair. The annual event sees a footfall of thousands every day,...

Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest will return for its 16th edition this Nov

The three-day festival will see over 100 celebrated writers, speakers, thinkers and performers from more than 10 countries will offer a multitude of voices, stories, and viewpoints across genders, communities and languages The city's beloved...

Book tells retired Black Topeka neurosurgeon's story

Retired Topeka neurosurgeon Craig Yorke has written an autobiography titled "Steep: A Black Neurosurgeon's Journey." The book details his journey from a poor Boston neighborhood to a successful neurosurgical practice in Topeka, Kansas. Yorke...

Review: The Adventures Of Shay Mouse

Based on the book by Pat McCabe Town Hall Theatre, Galway September 14, 2025 *** When you consider the work of Pat McCabe, you tend to think of darkness, violence and delusion. It is easy to forget that his first book, published in 1985, was a...

Books: In the Footsteps of the Great Artists and the Life and Work of Sir Lawrence Weaver

These articles appear on page 142 of the September 17, 2025 edition of Country Life magazine. Some copies of this issue suffered from a printing error which affected this page, so the full articles are reproduced below. You can also download the...

HQ swipes Rosa Silverman’s ‘atmospheric’ debut crime thriller in two-book deal

HQ, an imprint of HarperCollins, has acquired The House on Otley Road, the debut novel from Rosa Silverman, in a two-book deal. Cicely Aspinall, publishing director at HQ, acquired world English-language rights from Philip Patterson at Marjacq...

Photo Gallery | Mississippi Book Fest 2025

Thousands of literary fans climbed the steps of the State Capitol in Jackson, Mississippi, on Saturday, Sept. 13, to sit in on panels, attend workshops and ask authors to sign their books as part of the 2025 iteration of the Mississippi Book...

Mark Camilleri fined €1,000 for publishing Yorgen Fenech chats

Author and media owner Mark Camilleri has been fined €1,000 for publishing WhatsApp messages between murder suspect Yorgen Fenech and Malta Today owner Saviour Balzan. The former Book Council CEO pubished the chats last year in breach of a court...

Controversial National Park Service Book Ban Means Big Changes For Visitor Centers As U.S. Government's Deadline Passes

There are plenty of reasons people visit national parks. The scenic drives, awe-inspiring hiking destinations, and dramatic wildlife all work together to make national park experiences one-of-a-kind. There’s one stop that every national park...

The Forgotten Bestseller So Raw, Today’s Publishers Might Reject It

The Forgotten Bestseller So Raw, Today’s Publishers Might Reject It (Picture Credit - Instagram) In 1956, 'Peyton Place' by Grace Metalious burst onto bookshelves, igniting scandal and smashing sales records. Within ten days, 60,000 copies had...

Prolific Kildare author - whose passion came from working in video shops - launches his latest book tonight

Naas author Wayne Byrne is set to celebrate the release of his new book, You Can’t Kill the Boogeyman: The Ongoing Halloween Saga – 13 Films and Counting, at Naas Library & Cultural Centre on Thursday, September 18 at 7pm. The highly anticipated...

12 brand new books we can't wait to read this fall

Much like how any book can be a beach read if you try hard enough, any book can be the perfect cozy, blanket-worthy, fall/winter read if the temps outside deem it so. There's a lot coming out on the publishing horizon but here are a few that might...

'Divorce ranches,' Hoffa, witchcraft: Author series kicks off Oct. 9 

Events will be held at The Norris Center in Naples and will include a talk, Q&A, and book signing. The series serves as a fundraiser for Collier County's public libraries, with special ticket pricing for Friends members. Big changes are afoot with...