Kamala Harris faces scrutiny for perceived inadequacies and controversial actions, yet maintains a devoted following. Her future political aspirations, despite past shortcomings, remain a topic of discussion. Trump's claims are mentioned.
Two books explore the Erin Patterson trial, focusing on the beef Wellington poisoning case. They analyze evidence, jury perspectives, and legal proceedings surrounding the deaths.
Alfred Beach's secret pneumatic subway under Broadway faced political hurdles despite its innovative design. A glimpse into early mass transit challenges and parallels with modern projects like Hyperloop.
Exploration of common knowledge, its role in social rituals, lies that bind groups, and the complexities of disrupting ethical status, as discussed in Steven Pinker's book. Bank run is also included.
Textbook sales are down in 2025, but September shows volume renewal. CGP dominates, while OUP sees declines. Evergreen titles remain crucial. Shift to cheaper textbooks impact vocational sales.
Indie bookshops see strong sales for Portas, Sapkowski, and Armitage, outperforming general market. Osman remains #1. Indie chart differs from TCM, with select titles showing significant differences.
Doug Emhoff recalls his love for Kamala Harris's laugh. Criticism arises after Harris's controversial comments at events in LA and San Francisco, with Kush Desai responding to her remarks.
Jane Birkin's bohemian life, from her scandalous romance with Serge Gainsbourg to inspiring the Hermès Birkin bag. Discover her journey through fame, love, and iconic fashion choices.
Remembering Angelo Codevilla: a Renaissance man, strategic thinker, and critic of the national security establishment. His work influenced the Tea Party and foreshadowed Trump's rise.
Reviews of books by Harriet Muncaster, Jason Burke, John Banville & Caragh Maxwell. Covering children's books, terrorism history, crime fiction, and debut novels set in Ireland. Must-read summaries!
Bloomsbury is committed to accessibility with dyslexia-friendly editions, using specialized fonts and designs to reduce visual stress and make books accessible to all, especially the 1 in 10 adults in the UK with dyslexia.
2025 summer book sales see biographies and autobiographies perform well. Food & Drink sales decline significantly. Murdle is a non-fiction hit. Overall market sees volume and value decrease.
Jasmine Ray's memoir reveals a romance with NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the subsequent federal investigation. Includes details of their relationship and potential implications for Adams.
Richard Osman tops Indie Top 20. Booker shortlist boosts sales. Indies show unique title performance vs. TCM, with notable over-indexing by some titles. Chart adjustments made by The Bookseller.
A new report reveals escalating book bans in U.S. schools, targeting LGBTQ+ themes, race, and violence. Stephen King is the most censored author, highlighting a growing divide between states.
Ian McEwan discusses 'What We Can Know' (future Britain, climate change). William Boyd explores 1960s analogue spying in 'The Circumstance'. Maggie O'Farrell's 'Land' explores post-famine Ireland mapping.
Kamala Harris' memoir reveals insights into the 2024 election, Trump's tactics, Biden's gaffes, and her VP search. It covers topics from policy debates to personal reflections and campaign challenges.
NAEP scores reveal declining proficiency in math and reading. Political clashes intensify as education and learning results worsen. 'Mississippi Miracle' contrasts with national trends. Achievement gaps widen despite billions spent.
