Books

As fans await Warner Bros TV series remake of the seven Harry Potter novels, an almost entirely different cast are about to debut in the latest set of audiobooks. Following on from Stephen Fry’s iconic readings, the Full-Cast audio editions star Hugh Laurie as Dumbledore, Riz Ahmed as Snape, Matthew …

With so many genres, authors and books to choose from, it’s no wonder reading tastes can differ so much. Do you try the latest book everyone is talking about on TikTok or opt for a recommendation from a friend or family member? Do you go to a bookshop blind and …

Quantum of Menace by Vaseem Khan, Hardback, £20 No gadgets required, Quantum of Menace is a pitch-perfect James Bond spin-off that hits all the right buttons for a gripping read. Khan has seamlessly filled out Q’s backstory with his trademark wit and panache in this thrilling addition to the 007 …

From the classics to epic series, there are so many must-reads out there. If you are a bit of a bookworm you probably already have a list that you are working your way through – but you still may be missing a few. Owlcation has compiled a list of the …

Christmas is fast approaching, and you may be looking at reading some festive books to get yourself in the mood. Christmas books always provide the festive and fun vibes, and they’re easy to finish because they’re just so fun. The following 10 books are all released in 2025, and guaranteed …

There’s no better time to cosy up with a good book than in autumn when the weather turns colder and the nights are darker. If you’re looking for your next read, this classic is one that can’t be missed. 1984 by George Orwell is a book that has captivated its …

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more November is a great month for book lovers (Image: Getty) With Halloween over and done with, it’s only a matter of time before the shops are (even more) full of festive …

It’s that time of year again, Waterstones has released its shortlist for Books of the Year. This year has an exciting mix, the latest release from Suzanne Collins, a popular restaurant has released its cookbook and a reimagining of a classic tale. Here is a little more about three of …

Frederick Forsyth’s 1972 thriller The Odessa File is to be remade for television in a new eight-part drama, it has been revealed. The news comes hot on the heels of a sequel, Revenge of Odessa, which was published last week and brought the story up to date. The original novel …

An SAS trooper in one of the Jeeps the regiment used to thrust behind enemy lines (Image: Courtesy Damien Lewis) The “greatest SAS mission of World War Two” came when Special Forces daredevils stole a train and used it to break into a concentration camp in southern Italy to free …