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Autistic Author Longlisted for Booker Prize: Celebrating Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow’s Debut Novel
In a refreshing departure from the literary norm, the longlist for the prestigious Booker Prize includes a debut novelist whose work draws from her unique experience of being autistic. Viktoria Lloyd-Barlow's book, "All the Little…
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Renowned Authors Call for Fair Treatment in AI’s Use of Their Works
Renowned authors Margaret Atwood, Viet Thanh Nguyen, Philip Pullman, and nearly 8,000 others have joined forces in an open letter urging artificial intelligence (AI) companies to cease using writers' work without proper consent or credit.…
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Trap Rap King Jeezy Shares Personal Journey to Success in Upcoming Book Release
Jeezy, the renowned trap rap king, believes his journey to success holds more relatability for the average person than the stories of billionaires like Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, or Elon Musk. In a recent interview on "TMZ Live," Jeezy…
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Farewell to Milan Kundera – Celebrating the Life of an Extraordinary Author
Milan Kundera, one of the most prominent figures in European literature, has passed away in Paris at the age of 94. Known for his celebrated novel "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" published in 1984, Kundera's literary contributions have…
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How TikTok Transformed the Career of Debut Author Shawn Warner
In the ever-evolving social media landscape, TikTok has emerged as a powerful platform for content creators to showcase their talents and gain widespread recognition. In a fortunate turn of events, a debut author, Shawn Warner, experienced…
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Renowned Swiss Author Pascal Mercier, Known for ‘Night Train to Lisbon,’ Passes Away at…
Renowned Swiss writer Peter Bieri, widely known by his pseudonym Pascal Mercier, has passed away, as announced by Hanser publishing house on Tuesday. The 79-year-old author, who had been residing in Berlin, leaves behind a legacy of…
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The Journey Continues – Hugh Howey’s Silo Season 2 Coming Soon
Exciting news for fans of the dystopian genre as the highly anticipated second season of Silo is set to arrive soon. The tenth episode of Silo, based on the popular Wool book series by author Hugh Howey, aired on Apple TV+ on June 30,…
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Drake Dives into Poetry with ‘Titles Ruin Everything/A Stream of Consciousness’
Drake, the Canadian superstar known for his success as a rapper, is expanding his artistic endeavours by releasing a poetry book titled "Titles Ruin Everything/A Stream of Consciousness." The book, co-written with his longtime collaborator…
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Author Salman Rushdie turns 75 today
Born on June 19, 1947, in Mumbai, India, Salman Rushdie is a renowned Indian-born author who is popular for his various novels. His works amalgamate the Eastern and Western cultures through fantastic characters, dark humour and historical…
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Elizabeth Gilbert Halts Release of Next Book After Backlash Over Setting in Russia
Bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert has announced that she will halt the release of her upcoming novel, The Snow Forest, following a "massive" backlash regarding its setting in Russia. In a video announcement shared on Twitter, Gilbert…
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