Somerset Writer Turns Heads with Innovative Dress Made from Manuscript Pages Sunday, November 2, 2025 author writing fantasy wells design manuscript dress creativity literature inspiration While some authors might hide or destroy their first manuscripts, Wells writer Willow Hewett has taken a uniquely creative approach to celebrate her work. She has designed and crafted a stunning dress made from the original … Read More
Somerset Writer Captivates with Unique Dress Crafted from Book Pages Sunday, November 2, 2025 willowhewett wells author fashion bookdress fantasy writing inspiration somerset literature Writers have many ways to mark the milestones of their careers—some destroy their first manuscripts, others hide them away. But Wells author Willow Hewett has taken a truly imaginative approach. She has designed a captivating … Read More
All of Jilly Cooper's Novels Adapted into TV Shows and Films as Celebrated Author Dies at 88 Monday, October 6, 2025 jillycooper rutshire rivals riders adaptations literature television film bonkbuster legacy Jilly Cooper, the celebrated author famed for her seductive “bonkbuster” novels and the much-loved Rutshire Chronicles, has died at the age of 88 following a reported fall. Her passing marks the end of an era for … Read More
Rivals Stars Pay Tribute to Beloved Author Jilly Cooper Following Her Passing at 88 Monday, October 6, 2025 jillycooper rivals rutshirechronicles author tribute television literature britishauthors legacy drama Dame Jilly Cooper, celebrated author of the Rutshire Chronicles and beloved novel Rivals, has passed away at the age of 88. Her sudden death on 5 October, following a fall, has deeply saddened her family, fans, and … Read More
Hundreds Parade Through Bath to Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday Saturday, September 13, 2025 janeausten bath parade festival celebration regency literature heritage costumes birthday This year, Bath came alive with excitement as hundreds gathered to celebrate the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, the beloved author known for her timeless novels. The vibrant festival featured a lively parade winding through … Read More
Thousands of Kids to Receive Free Books in Major Reading Festival Initiative Wednesday, August 27, 2025 reading children books literature festival bath education authors donations community Thousands of schoolchildren across the South West are set to receive free books through an exciting new initiative designed to ignite a love of reading and ensure every child experiences the magic of owning a book. The Bath … Read More