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Taiwanese literature has reached a historic milestone with Taiwan Travelogue by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ (translated into English by Lin King), the novel that won the 2026 International Booker Prize. The victory is a landmark moment for Taiwanese literature and for works originally written in Mandarin Chinese, bringing wider international attention to a literary tradition that has often remained outside the global spotlight.

April has a way of softening everything - the light lingers a little longer, the air feels lighter, and even your thoughts seem to stretch out and breathe. It’s the season of quiet resets, where heaviness fades and curiosity slips back in. And right on cue, a fresh wave of new April book releases arrives, carrying that same easygoing, open-hearted energy. This month’s Top 5 standout reads echo the same gentle optimism of spring - the kind of days that don’t ask too much of yo

Spring has a way of turning pages for us- longer days, fresh energy, and the perfect excuse to discover something new. This March brings a wave of captivating reads, from page-turning escapes to thought-provoking gems, all ready to match the season’s sense of renewal. Whether you’re reading in the sun or curled up on a rainy afternoon, here are five standout new releases to add a little literary sparkle to your spring.

John Grisham is known for turning legal drama into page-turning entertainment. But with The French Illusion, he’s shifting gears. This time, the stakes move beyond courtrooms and into the murky terrain of international intrigue.

The British Book Awards - widely known in the publishing industry as the Nibbies - celebrate the titles and authors that have made the biggest impact on readers and the book market in the UK. Organised by The Bookseller, the annual awards recognise both literary achievement and commercial success across a wide range of categories.

Snow storms all over the world are the last statment of this winter. At least we hope so. But it's a very good reason to spend your evening at home reading a book before naughty spring invites you outdoors. So take a look at our February Top 5 of new book releases and dive into the world of exciting stories:

Done with the waiting. On March 26 one of the most famous detectives in the world - Jo Nesbo's Harry Hole - is coming to Netflix with nine episodes of a gripping serial killer mystery based on the fifth book The Devil's Star.

The world of crime fiction is celebrating one of its most respected voices as Mark Billingham receives the Diamond Dagger, the highest lifetime achievement award presented by the Crime Writers’ Association (CWA).

New year, new books. All that’s left is to keep the appetite for fresh titles alive. That’s why we’re sharing our January Top 5 new releases - to keep you hooked, because there’s always one book that sends you straight to the bookstore or scrolling online. You’re welcome.

As the holidays get closer and travel bags begin to fill with scarves, chargers and last-minute gifts, there’s one thing every Christmas vacation needs: a really good book. Whether you're curling up by a cabin fire, lounging under warmer skies, or escaping family chaos for a few quiet moments, the right novel can become part of the season’s magic. This year brought an especially strong crop of fiction - beautifully written stories about real people, real relationships, and re