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Why is everyone so obsessed with Jane Austen? She only wrote six books, after all, so what’s the big deal?...
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We love hearing about the exploits of Roman emperors, because of the addictive tales of excess, depravity, cruelty and murder....
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“Getting older is not a problem; it’s an opportunity.” If that’s not how you’re feeling, perhaps it’s time to read...
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Here is a sampling of books and magazines offering an eclectic mix of interiors inspiration – from DIY skills and...
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Illustrator and dog lover Harriet Lowther will be at Toppings, Bath, this month to showcase her new book, Tell Your...
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The sibling bond is a powerful one, but it’s not always straightforward. Emma Clegg talks to The Guardian’s chief theatre...
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The annual Bath Children’s Literature Festival returns this month welcoming friends old and new and bringing the magic of books...
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A talk by John Mullan, at the Gainsborough Bath Spa HotelWords by Emma Clegg This year marks the 250th anniversary...
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Novelist, poet and journalist Angela Carter, known for her feminist, magical realism, spent much of her life in London. Bath,...
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Bath is known for its literary scene, but what about about its poetry? Maria Robinson dives into the open mics...
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It’s August, the time-out month. Whether you are travelling far or staying put, there’s always value in a good book...
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We love bigging up our city, and this month we’re shining a light on some of its co-celebrators. Here are...