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Royal Society of Literature Faces Scrutiny: Authors Call for Charity Commission Review Amid Controversies

The Royal Society of Literature is facing criticism from prominent authors and its own fellows, leading to self-referral to the Charity Commission. Criticisms include concerns about changes in the election process for fellows, postponement of their annual magazine, and lack of public support for Salman Rushdie. An independent investigation has been called for. Continue reading Royal Society of Literature Faces Scrutiny: Authors Call for Charity Commission Review Amid Controversies

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The Book Hive Named One of the Best Book Shops in the UK

An esteemed Norwich-based independent bookshop has earned recognition as one of the finest in the United Kingdom. Faber, an internationally renowned publisher, recently honoured the establishment located on London Street, dubbing it the bookshop of the month in a recent editorial feature. In their appraisal, Faber lauded the BookHive as a quintessential “Norwich institution.” During an interview with the publisher, a representative from the shop … Continue reading The Book Hive Named One of the Best Book Shops in the UK

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Misery by Stephen King Review

Stephen King has consistently been my go-to supplier for all things literary horror. Having immersed myself in roughly a third of his extensive body of work, each novel has been a captivating journey into the depths of fear. While I’ve generally relished these experiences, few have genuinely unsettled me—exceptions being “Revival,” “IT,” and now, “Misery.” This book, in particular, had the power to induce nightmares … Continue reading Misery by Stephen King Review

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