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Royal Society of Literature rocked by departures of director and chair

Molly Rosenberg and Daljit Nagra will both stand down, as the society’s first-ever governance review is due to be published

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Alex Salmond's coffin arrives at private funeral draped in Saltire and met by piper

ALEX Salmond’s body has arrived at the church where the family funeral service will be held ...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney won't attend Alex Salmond's funeral 'in line with family's wishes'

THE Scottish Government has confirmed the First Minister will not attend Alex Salmond’s funeral on Tuesday...

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Cliveden Literary Festival: Champagne, Chanel and Hollywood

It’s been a tough year for literary festivals, with sponsor Baillie Gifford cutting ties with Hay and Edinburgh. But in the grounds of Buckinghamshire’s Cliveden House, Will Hosie finds one that is thriving.

Evening Standard

Atonement by Ian McEwan audiobook review – secrets and lies

Succession actor Harriet Walter narrates this unsettling portrait of class, memory and the nature of fiction

The Guardian - UK

‘I wanted Queenie in everyone’s house’: Candice Carty-Williams’s era-defining novel explodes on to TV

Her literary debut was a smash-hit tale of female self-discovery. As it gets its long-awaited television debut, the author talks breakups, Bridget Jones and why Ian McEwan gets an easier ride than she does

The Guardian - UK

Prime Video movie of the day: James McAvoy and Keira Knightley star in a 'ravishing romance' with 7 Oscar nominees

This BAFTA-winning wartime epic is very compelling and very, very sad.

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‘A literary voice for the ages’: Paul Auster remembered by Ian McEwan, Joyce Carol Oates and more

The critically acclaimed American writer has died aged 77. Here, contemporaries pay tribute to his life and work

The Guardian - UK

Royal Society of Literature refers itself to Charity Commission as authors pen petition

After months of criticism and an open letter signed by Ian McEwan and Alan Hollinghurst the charity confirms referral is in process

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on switching off: in an always-on culture, we need time to think

Editorial: Midwinter is for hibernation, and a chance to make different kinds of connections

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OPINION - The rise of sensitivity readers is just evidence of a bigger need to diversify the publishing industry

They can play a very useful role, but we can’t expect them to act as a sticking plaster

Evening Standard

Ian McEwan criticises hiring of ‘sensitivity readers’ looking for offensive material in manuscripts

Booker-winning novelist describes the process of screening out things that might offend readers as ‘mass hysterias’ and ‘moral panics’ that ‘sweep through populations every now and then’

The Guardian - UK

Readable in one sitting — and other issues

Yet, it is not fashionable, nor is it popular with publishers who think it falls into a chasm between the short story and the novel. Mathematical definitions are not of much help – a novella could be anywhere from ten thousand to forty thousand words. Edgar Allan Poe caught the…

The Hindu

‘I didn’t think it was possible to be a novelist’: Julian Barnes on literature, loss – and his late friend Martin Amis

The Booker winning author talks about how his most recent work was inspired by Hilary Mantel, and the way the books world has changed since his debut was published more than 40 years ago

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Mel Giedroyc and Martin Clunes Explore Britain by the Book: release date, interview and everything we know

Mel Giedroyc and Martin Clunes Explore Britain by the Book sees the actors showcase Dorset’s literary heritage.

The Guardian - UK

What we’re reading: writers and readers on the books they enjoyed in July

Authors, critics and Guardian readers discuss the titles they have read over the last month. Join the conversation in the comments

The Guardian - UK

Lessons by Ian McEwan review – chance, memory and the road not taken

Actor Simon McBurney narrates the tale of how a sexual relationship between a teenage boy and his piano teacher changes the course of his life

Bristol Post

Outstanding Bristolians honoured in King Charles' Birthday Honour's List

Charity advocates and activists, educational and sports leaders, scientists and artists from Bristol have all been recognised in King Charles' Birthday Honours List

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Ian Wright, Anna Wintour and Ian McEwan in King’s first Birthday Honours list

The highest awards went to Vogue editor-in-chief Dame Anna and Booker Prize-winning novelist McEwan, who were made Companions of Honour.

The Independent UK

Ian Wright, Davina McCall and Anna Wintour on King’s birthday honours list

Football pundit and presenters join Vogue editor, authors, public appointments watchdog and royal gynaecologist in receiving gongs

The Independent UK

Late British novelist Martin Amis knighted by King Charles in his first birthday honors list

Martin Amis, one of the most consequential British authors of his generation and who died last month, has been posthumously knighted by King Charles III in his first birthday honors list, which were unveiled late Friday

Evening Standard

Ian Wright, Anna Wintour and Ian McEwan among those recognised in King’s first Birthday Honours list

TV presenter Davina McCall and actress Vicky McClure also honoured

The Guardian - UK

Martin Amis, Ian McEwan and Anna Wintour honoured in king’s birthday list

Knighthood for late novelist Amis is dated 18 May as honours cannot be given posthumously

The Independent UK

Former Covid testing tsar Sir John Bell ‘delighted’ to be made Companion of Honour

Sir John enters the elite order alongside Dame Anna Wintour and Sir Ian McEwan.

Bristol Post

Davina McCall, Ian McEwan and Vicky McClure honoured in King Charles' Birthday Honours List

MPs, footballers, and educational leaders have also all been recognised for their achievements

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