It feels like there should have always been a Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction. But there hasn’t! 2024 sees a new addition to the Women’s Prize family and I am excited about it. Non-fiction is a vibrant genre, filled with fascinating books that deserve celebration. But who made the first-ever longlist?
The Women’s Prize for Fiction Shortlist has been announced and with it comes the surprising news that this year is made up of entirely first-time nominees! In a year when the publishing industry flourished, it’s exciting to see a shortlist …
Jane Austen’s novels have been read, and adapted countless times! But despite this, it is quite hard to know where to start with Jane Austen if you’ve never read her books before. Let’s take a look at a few options.
Jane Austen is one of the best loved authors in the world. Her books have been read, and re-read for generations; and for good reason. No one does it quite like Jane, but sadly her list of works is slightly …
Hands up if you thought Frances Hodgson-Burnett only wrote for children? I know I did until I came across this book recently. Growing up I loved “A Little Princess” and “The Secret Garden” only a little less than I loved …
Evelina by Frances Burney, written by one of Jane Austen’s favourite authors should be on your reading list. In fact, Frances Burney provided the inspiration for Pride and Prejudice. Her style transports you into the late eighteenth century society as it follow …