We’ve launched a brand-new podcast celebrating the books, stories and poems that shape our lives. In our first episode, Dame Dr Maggie Aderin shares the books that opened-up new worlds, inspired decisions, offered comfort and companionship, and brought joy at every stage of life.
Our attempt to set a new Guinness World Records™ title for the most people reading in 12 hours has begun! 📚
If you’re joining, tag us in your photos and use #Take10toRead.
It was great to chat with Michael J Warren, author of ‘The Cuckoo's Lea ’.
Shortlisted for this year’s #WainwrightPrize for Nature Writing, the book traces the lost connections between English place names and the species of birds that used to occupy these locations.
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"I found woodlands to be places of solace and adventure, and where I really wanted to be as a kid, and I've never lost that feeling."
We caught up with Luke Barley after his book, 'Ancient', won the #WainwrightPrize for Nature Writing,
#StoriesThatConnect@ProfileBooks
500 Words is now open!
Children aged 5 –11 can now enter the 500 Words competition , giving them the chance to let their imaginations run wild and share a story of 500 words or fewer.
Stories can be about anything and are judged on creativity, character, plot and originality.
Entries are open until Friday 6 November at 9pm.
Find out more at https://t.co/JLvspwQXUY.
Competition closes 9pm Friday 6 November 2026. For more details and to read the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Notices go to https://t.co/JLvspwQXUY.
Are you a library rat or a guilty owner of an unread pile?
In the lead-up to World Mental Health Day, with @Literacy_Trust we're aiming to set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people reading online in 12 hours.
Join us: https://t.co/SIJtGdVdh5
Check out this fantastic free event from bestselling author @KarenMcCombie and @DyslexiaScotlan: The Secret Life of an Author! All will be revealed next Monday 28th September..
https://t.co/i6NE0de8Ew
The winners of the 2026 @wainwrightprize have been announced!
Celebrating exceptional #naturewriting, sparking conversations around reconnecting with nature, endangered species and protecting the planet.
Shop this year's winners:
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#ConservationWriting
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Recently, @BorrowBox hosted a live online event with internationally bestselling author Matt Haig, as he discussed his compelling new novel, The Midnight Train. Missed the live webinar?
The full interview is now available on the BorrowBox YouTube Channel https://t.co/c43dNeXlKA
📢Just one week to go until the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize 2026 winner is announced!
Which shortlisted title are you rooting for?
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*Digital pack: https://t.co/BUuYiIErek
*Meet the book clubs shadowing the Prize: https://t.co/TD7yPJenqi
🍂 Picnic, Lightning: An Autumn Poetry Workshop 🍂
Spend an inspiring afternoon at Tegg's Nose with poet Jo Bell, exploring themes of autumn, learning & creativity through writing exercises, discussion & poetry
📅 4 October⏰ 1pm-4pm 🎟️ £35
Book now https://t.co/tga1ntYibZ