Sally Rooney: 'I can no longer safely enter the UK' Irish author Sally Rooney has been advised she "can no longer safely enter the UK without potentially facing arrest" due to her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. Books • 20 hrs
Sally Rooney: 'I can no longer safely enter the UK' Irish author Sally Rooney has been advised she "can no longer safely enter the UK without potentially facing arrest" due to her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. Books • 20 hrs
Bob Geldof and Sally Rooney honoured at Sky Arts Awards The Boomtown Rats singer and Band Aid co-founder Bob Geldof and the author Sally Rooney were among the honourees at the Sky Arts Awards in London's Roundhouse on Tuesday night. Sky Arts Awards • 17 Sep
Bob Geldof and Sally Rooney honoured at Sky Arts Awards The Boomtown Rats singer and Band Aid co-founder Bob Geldof and the author Sally Rooney were among the honourees at the Sky Arts Awards in London's Roundhouse on Tuesday night. Sky Arts Awards • 17 Sep
Kneecap and Sally Rooney nominated for Sky Arts Awards Belfast-based rap trio Kneecap and Co Mayo author Sally Rooney are among the nominees for this year's Sky Arts Awards in the UK. Entertainment • 17 Sep
Kneecap and Sally Rooney nominated for Sky Arts Awards Belfast-based rap trio Kneecap and Co Mayo author Sally Rooney are among the nominees for this year's Sky Arts Awards in the UK. Entertainment • 17 Sep
Rare Hobbit first edition auctioned for almost €50k A rare first edition of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit sold for £43,000 (€49,238) at auction on Wednesday, after it was found during a house clearance in southwest England. Books • 07 Aug
Rare Hobbit first edition auctioned for almost €50k A rare first edition of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit sold for £43,000 (€49,238) at auction on Wednesday, after it was found during a house clearance in southwest England. Books • 07 Aug
Novelist Frederick Forsyth dies, aged 86 Frederick Forsyth, the author of The Day of The Jackal, has died at the age of 86 after a brief illness, his literary agents Curtis Brown said. Books • 09 Jun
Novelist Frederick Forsyth dies, aged 86 Frederick Forsyth, the author of The Day of The Jackal, has died at the age of 86 after a brief illness, his literary agents Curtis Brown said. Books • 09 Jun
Miriam O'Callaghan to publish her memoir this October Journalist and broadcaster Miriam O'Callaghan has said she is "really nervous" about telling her life story as she announced the publication of her memoir later this year. Books • 06 Jun
Miriam O'Callaghan to publish her memoir this October Journalist and broadcaster Miriam O'Callaghan has said she is "really nervous" about telling her life story as she announced the publication of her memoir later this year. Books • 06 Jun
Gillian Anderson planning sequel to sex bestseller Want Gillian Anderson has announced a follow-up to her 2024 non-fiction book Want, filled with women's sexual fantasies. Books • 23 Apr
Gillian Anderson planning sequel to sex bestseller Want Gillian Anderson has announced a follow-up to her 2024 non-fiction book Want, filled with women's sexual fantasies. Books • 23 Apr
Clarkson's Farm's Irish star to publish her first book Clarkson's Farm star Lisa Hogan will publish her first book, taking readers through a year in the life of Britain's "favourite farm". Television • 10 Apr
Clarkson's Farm's Irish star to publish her first book Clarkson's Farm star Lisa Hogan will publish her first book, taking readers through a year in the life of Britain's "favourite farm". Television • 10 Apr
Neneh Cherry's memoir shortlisted for non-fiction prize Swedish rapper Neneh Cherry's debut book is among the six titles shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction in the UK. Books • 26 Mar
Neneh Cherry's memoir shortlisted for non-fiction prize Swedish rapper Neneh Cherry's debut book is among the six titles shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction in the UK. Books • 26 Mar
Neil Gaiman stage adaptation scrapped after allegations A UK stage adaptation of Neil Gaiman's book Coraline has been scrapped following sexual misconduct allegations about the author. Theatre • 29 Jan
Neil Gaiman stage adaptation scrapped after allegations A UK stage adaptation of Neil Gaiman's book Coraline has been scrapped following sexual misconduct allegations about the author. Theatre • 29 Jan
Doyle announced as chair of judges for Booker Prize Irish writer Roddy Doyle has been announced as the chair of the judging panel for the Booker Prize 2025. Books • 10 Dec 24
Doyle announced as chair of judges for Booker Prize Irish writer Roddy Doyle has been announced as the chair of the judging panel for the Booker Prize 2025. Books • 10 Dec 24
A new chapter: The best book-to-big screen adaptations Over the years many beloved books have made the precarious leap from page to the big screen. While some have undoubtedly created a worthwhile new chapter; others proved that the transition wasn't such a novel idea. Movies • 13 Aug 24
A new chapter: The best book-to-big screen adaptations Over the years many beloved books have made the precarious leap from page to the big screen. While some have undoubtedly created a worthwhile new chapter; others proved that the transition wasn't such a novel idea. Movies • 13 Aug 24
Sweet Valley High author Francine Pascal dies at 92 Sweet Valley High author Francine Pascal has died at the age of 92. Books • 30 Jul 24
Sweet Valley High author Francine Pascal dies at 92 Sweet Valley High author Francine Pascal has died at the age of 92. Books • 30 Jul 24
Paul Howard to stop writing Ross O'Carroll-Kelly books Author Paul Howard has revealed that he will no longer write novels about his famous fictional character Ross O'Carroll-Kelly but will continue penning his weekly Ross column for The Irish Times. Books • 01 Jun 24
Paul Howard to stop writing Ross O'Carroll-Kelly books Author Paul Howard has revealed that he will no longer write novels about his famous fictional character Ross O'Carroll-Kelly but will continue penning his weekly Ross column for The Irish Times. Books • 01 Jun 24
Author Paul Auster dies aged 77 The American author Paul Auster, who made his name with noirish, existentialist novels about lonely writers and outsiders that were a huge hit in Europe particularly, has died aged 77. Books • 01 May 24
Author Paul Auster dies aged 77 The American author Paul Auster, who made his name with noirish, existentialist novels about lonely writers and outsiders that were a huge hit in Europe particularly, has died aged 77. Books • 01 May 24
Author CJ Sansom dies aged 71 The author Christopher John Sansom, best known for creating the character of Matthew Shardlake, has died at the age of 71. Books • 29 Apr 24
Author CJ Sansom dies aged 71 The author Christopher John Sansom, best known for creating the character of Matthew Shardlake, has died at the age of 71. Books • 29 Apr 24
Author Sophie Kinsella diagnosed with brain cancer The author Sophie Kinsella has revealed she has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. Books • 17 Apr 24
Author Sophie Kinsella diagnosed with brain cancer The author Sophie Kinsella has revealed she has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. Books • 17 Apr 24
Babar author Laurent de Brunhoff dies aged 98 The French artist Laurent de Brunhoff, the author and illustrator of dozens of children's books starring the affable elephant character Babar created by his father, has died at the age of 98. Books • 23 Mar 24
Babar author Laurent de Brunhoff dies aged 98 The French artist Laurent de Brunhoff, the author and illustrator of dozens of children's books starring the affable elephant character Babar created by his father, has died at the age of 98. Books • 23 Mar 24
AS Byatt, Possession author, dies aged 87 The British author Antonia Byatt has died at the age of 87, her publisher has said. Books • 17 Nov 23
AS Byatt, Possession author, dies aged 87 The British author Antonia Byatt has died at the age of 87, her publisher has said. Books • 17 Nov 23
Author Cathy Kelly reveals breast cancer diagnosis Author Cathy Kelly has shared on Instagram that she is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Entertainment • 28 Sep 23
Author Cathy Kelly reveals breast cancer diagnosis Author Cathy Kelly has shared on Instagram that she is undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Entertainment • 28 Sep 23
Harry Potter superfans celebrate wizard's birthday Harry Potter superfans have spoken about the "magical" ways the wizarding world has allowed them to "relive childhood memories" as they celebrate the character's birthday with movie marathons, outfits and "butterbeer". Trending • 31 Jul 23
Harry Potter superfans celebrate wizard's birthday Harry Potter superfans have spoken about the "magical" ways the wizarding world has allowed them to "relive childhood memories" as they celebrate the character's birthday with movie marathons, outfits and "butterbeer". Trending • 31 Jul 23
The Famous Five are back in new BBC series The BBC has shared a first-look photo from its forthcoming adaptation of author Enid Blyton's classic series of books The Famous Five. Television • 26 Jul 23
The Famous Five are back in new BBC series The BBC has shared a first-look photo from its forthcoming adaptation of author Enid Blyton's classic series of books The Famous Five. Television • 26 Jul 23
Charity shop's Hobbit find sells for £10,000 A first edition copy of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit has sold for more than £10,000 after being discovered by chance in a Scottish charity shop. Books • 12 Jul 23
Charity shop's Hobbit find sells for £10,000 A first edition copy of JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit has sold for more than £10,000 after being discovered by chance in a Scottish charity shop. Books • 12 Jul 23
Britney Spears confirms memoir release date Britney Spears has confirmed that she will publish a memoir, saying the book is on her "terms". Music • 11 Jul 23
Britney Spears confirms memoir release date Britney Spears has confirmed that she will publish a memoir, saying the book is on her "terms". Music • 11 Jul 23
British author Martin Amis dies aged 73 British author Martin Amis has died aged 73, his publisher has confirmed. The renowned novelist and screenwriter published a series of novels and non-fiction works over his lifetime. UK • 20 May 23
British author Martin Amis dies aged 73 British author Martin Amis has died aged 73, his publisher has confirmed. The renowned novelist and screenwriter published a series of novels and non-fiction works over his lifetime. UK • 20 May 23
