A Class Apart: The Best British Country House Novels
As Downton Abbey hits the nation's cinema screens we take a look at Britain's finest country house novels.
The Waterstones Round Up: September's Best Books
From Margaret Atwood to Richard Dawkins, here is our guide to a great month of publishing.
The Best Second World War Novels
To mark the eightieth anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World War, we highlight the finest fiction set during the conflict.
Richard Seymour on the Myths of Social Media
Richard Seymour, author of The Twittering Machine, exposes five prevalent myths about social media and our online relationships.
Richard Dawkins on Why the God Debate Still Matters Now
Legendary scientist, committed atheist and author of Outgrowing God, Richard Dawkins outlines why the issue of the existence of God is still so crucial today.
An Exclusive Extract from the new Joe Abercrombie
A sneak peak at a crucial chapter of A Little Hatred, the first in an epic new fantasy trilogy from the peerless Joe Abercrombie.
Two Delicious Dishes from Dishoom
In celebration of the sumptuous new Dishoom cookbook we treat you to a couple of recipes for mouth-watering Indian cuisine.
Marcus Sedgwick on the Inspiration Behind Snowflake, AZ
Bestselling YA novelist Marcus Sedgwick discusses the personal and global sickness at the heart of his new book, Snowflake, AZ.
Life Through the Lens: Gavin Thurston on his Journeys in the Wild
Respected wildlife cameraman Gavin Thurston reflects on a career spent filming animals across the globe and his friendship with Sir David Attenborough.