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Pankaj Mishra's first novel in 20 years is another warning to the world
The award-winning author and essayist's new book is a cautionary tale set during the many upheavals of the 21st century
Author Honoree Fanonne Jeffers on delivering a Great American Novel
Poet and author spent nine years writing 'The Love Songs of WEB Du Bois', which has been praised by the likes of Pultizer Prize-winning writer Alice Walker
British doctor Roopa Farooki on her powerful pandemic memoir 'Everything is True'
'This is Going to Hurt' author Adam Kay says it's the most 'evocative account' of working through the pandemic he's read
From Julia Donaldson to Marcus Rashford: children's books coming out in 2022
Some of the best titles in three categories: pictures books, ages 5 to 8 and 9 to 12
Books in 2022: from Prince Harry's memoir to Jennifer Egan's 'The Candy House'
These are the most anticipated titles of the new year by genre
'The Annotated Arabian Nights' review: magical stories told without prejudice
Translator Yasmine Seale allows readers to not only understand the way the 'One Thousand and One Nights' stories were told, but why they must be told in this way
Malcolm Gladwell on how diversity can be an engine for creativity
The bestselling author and journalist's audiobook 'Miracle and Wonder' tackles the subject by diving deep into musician Paul Simon's career
Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi on how to build bridges through books
President of the International Publishers' Association talks about the importance of the creative economy not just for job creation but for telling untold stories
Huma Qureshi on why she wants to write everyday stories
Her latest collection of short stories takes on themes of family relationships and intimacy
Adel Dajani's memoir tracks his family's history
In 'From Jerusalem to a Kingdom by the Sea', the author tries to 'humanise the political events that have affected so many Arab people', including his family
A closer look at the 2021 Booker Prize shortlist
These six remarkable books are in the running for the best English language literary novels this week
A Cop26-inspired reading list on climate change
A round-up of books published this year that place the plight of the most urgent subject of our times centre stage
World Mental Health Day: 6 of the best self-help books for 2021
The best books offering food for thought when it comes to coping with mental health struggles
'What a Wonderful World': new book aims to inspire children to protect the planet
Written by children's author Leisa Stewart-Sharpe, the book features people - young and old - who are making a difference and giving a voice to nature
'The Hurt Locker' to 'Worth': how has 9/11 been reflected in American cinema?
The cultural response to 9/11 in film has shifted from flag-waving patriotism to chronicles of trauma and loss