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I wanted to hate this romance-fantasy book series, but I’m converted

Sarah J Maas’s series is a global bestseller, combining fantasy, romance and action

The Independent UK

Five fans have made allegations against Neil Gaiman. When it comes to stardom, what do sex, consent and morality mean?

An explosive New York magazine cover story details accusations of assault, coercion or abuse against Neil Gaiman by eight women. Four of them were among the five who previously detailed their experiences on a UK podcast last year. Included are two employees, one a former nanny who was in her…

The Conversation

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Taylor Hill turns to drawing when she needs to "unwind" and unleash her creative side.

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Bookworms rejoice! The Waterstones Boxing Day 2024 sale is here

Read it and weep

Evening Standard

Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid best-selling book of the year on Amazon UK

Rory Stewart’s memoir Politics On The Edge topped the biography category.

Evening Standard

10 notable books of 2024, from Sarah J. Maas to Melania Trump

Even through a year of nonstop news about elections, climate change, protests and the price of eggs, Americans still found time to read

The Independent UK

Spotify Wrapped 2024 Is Finally Here But One Huge Artist Didn’t Crack The Top 10

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is finally here but one huge artist didn't crack the top 10. Here are all the deets!!

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Bloomsbury to surpass targets as fantasy boom keeps pace

Shares in the London-based publishing business soared on Thursday as a result.

Evening Standard

The Ultimate Scorpio Gift Guide: Best present ideas for the Scorpio in your life

Presents for those born between October 23 and November 21

Evening Standard

Best Secret Santa ideas under £20 that friends and colleagues will love

Nail the art of Secret Santa subterfuge

Evening Standard

The beloved best-selling books on Amazon, from Colleen Hoover to ACOTAR

Keep up with the kids and delve into the current popular literature

Evening Standard

Fall is bringing fantasy (and romantasy), literary fiction, politics and Taylor-ed book offerings

Not even a presidential election is likely to slow the wave of fantasy novels that has been building the past few years

The Independent UK

Utah bans 13 books at schools, including popular “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series, under new law

The Independent UK

Utah outlaws books by Judy Blume and Sarah J Maas in first statewide ban

State has ordered 13 books by seven authors, six of them women, to be removed from every public school classroom and library

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My weeks of reading hornily: steamy book sales have doubled – and I soon found out why

From fairy porn to romantasy via the Omegaverse, publishing is sexier than ever. The reason? A big shift in gen Z and millennial attitudes to respectability and shame ...

Marie Claire

35 Beach Reads to Devour While Soaking Up the Sun This Summer

Your packing list isn't complete without one of these page-turners.

Fortune

The British publisher behind the 'Harry Potter' series had record sales and profits last year, proving physical books and loyal fans can still make big money

Bloomsbury has built a strong base of authors and fans, and a diversified business outside mass-market book publishing that's helping it beat its own records.

Evening Standard

10 best romantasy novels, from Sara J Mass to Rebecca Yarros

Werewolf men, queer vampires, elven kingdoms, lightning orgasms: welcome to the world of romantasy. Here’s where you should start

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Sex, dungeons and dragons: are you ready for romantasy?

The hottest trend in fiction is a blend of raunchy romance and fantasy, with the Game of Thrones-meets-Fifty Shades literature appealing to both teens and adults, says Maddy Mussen

Marie Claire

The 20 Most Anticipated Books of 2024, According to 'Marie Claire' Editors

From fantasy epics to mind-blowing thrillers, here are MC's 20 most anticipated books of the year.

The Guardian - UK

TikTokers help drive Sarah J Maas ‘romantasy’ boom for Bloomsbury

Publisher tells investors profits will exceed expectations, attributing this to release of House of Flame and Shadow

Evening Standard

Bloomsbury boss hails ‘publishing phenomenon’ Sarah J Maas as shares hit record high

Sales of Maas’s books have helped drive Bloomsbury shares to a record high

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Hulu cancels A Court of Thorns and Roses TV adaptation

Hulu's TV adaptation of A Court of Thorns and Roses book series has been canceled. The project will not be picked up by other platforms. Updates to follow.

The Guardian - UK

House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas races to the top of bestseller chart

The third book in the Crescent City series becomes third fastest-selling science fiction and fantasy title since records began

The Guardian - UK

A genre of swords and soulmates: the rise and rise of ‘romantasy’ novels

From Sarah J Maas to Rebecca Yarros, the authors writing blends of fantasy and romance have found huge commercial success – largely thanks to TikTok

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