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Patchett, who also released an annotated version of her novel Bel Canto last year, added that she comes by her love of books ...

Thane: The Thane Book Festival 2025 will be organised in Vashi over two days on December 28 and 29, offering literature enthusiasts a blend of cultural programmes and a book exhibition. The festival ...

Scholar of Charles Dickens who wrote a definitive biography and shone a light on the the writer’s more neglected works ...

As influencers fill their feeds with year-end ‘must read’ lists, professional critics must rethink the future of their trade ...

On a Thursday evening, I walked to Makerere University to learn the basics of the Russian language. The tutor, Olga Andreevna ...

Literary fiction, reportage, fantasy, crime, books for young readers and much more—the Lounge team looks back on their favourite reads of the year gone by ...

Dragons, hidden doors and brave children shape stories where imagination feels boundless, and courage grows quietly. Fantasy for younger readers blends wonder with warmth, offering magical worlds that ...

In a world filled with digital distractions, these shows will help you indulge, develop or rekindle a love for reading.

For those of us north of the equator, winter officially arrived last week. The early darkness and the chill in the air demand ...