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Upcoming talk on Berkshire motoring history

The talk is free to members, and costs £5 for non-members.

The (out of this) world of sci-fi writer Ruth Masters

Arts editor Trish Lee talks to the local author about her inspiration.

Wartime evacuee shares story in new memoir

The new book brings her story to life.

New book explores Berkshire's rich military heritage

The new book on Berkshire's fascinating military history will hit shelves tomorrow.

Happy World Book Day!

Our pick of six children's books for March.

Local writing duo and besties Nina Whyle launch new spy book

From Dusty with Love release celebrated at party in Streatley.

Hungerford writer publishes 'dark comedic' debut novel

Jerry Crowther's colourful characters' exploits will make readers 'laugh, rage and cringe in equal measure'.

Newbury man's pride in Blitz novel

David Slade’s play of 2003, The Third Tunnel, has now been published as a novel.

New year, new pick of books for children

January's selection by children’s book reviewer CAROLINE FRANKLIN.

Stammering needs to be talked about, faced up to and then faced down!

Parts of Speech, a frank memoir from Marlborough author Tony Millett, tells the story of three generations of stammerers – all from one family.

Seventh book by Newbury author

Derek Ansell 'wanted to explore how difficult it was for non-binary people back in the 1940s' in Elsie Sees it Through.

Don't forget books are good presents for the children on your list

Joe Wicks, David Baddiel and David Walliams are among the suggestions by children's book reviewer CAROLINE FRANKLIN.

Slovak author delivers successful book talk

A local Slovak author spoke about her new book in the village last weekend.

Library lighting expects to save over £1,000 every year

A village library has been updated with energy-saving lighting.

Thatcham publisher relaunches 70s thriller once starring Clint Eastwood

A Thatcham publisher has relaunched a 70s thriller novel that was adapted into a Clint Eastwood movie.

Rise and fall of the Cravens, with author Clive Williams

A local author delivers a talk on his new book at Donnington Grove.

Secondary pupil’s stories published

A number of secondary school pupils in Thatcham have become published writers.

Slovak writer reveals all in new book

Slovak writer tells all in new book released earlier this year.

Acclaimed author Robert Harris gives inspiring book talk

National best-selling author, Robert Harris, spoke about his new book at the 22nd Thatcham Festival.

Book launch on Craven family at Donnington

A new book about the historic Berkshire Craven family is being published next month.

Is this a future children's book classic?

The Last Bear is 'Unforgettable' says Michael Morpurgo in our pick of six reads for kids.

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Upcoming talk on Berkshire motoring history

The (out of this) world of sci-fi writer Ruth Masters

The (out of this) world of sci-fi writer Ruth Masters

Wartime evacuee shares story in new memoir

Wartime evacuee shares story in new memoir

New book explores Berkshire's rich military heritage

New book explores Berkshire's rich military heritage

Happy World Book Day!

Happy World Book Day!

Local writing duo and besties Nina Whyle launch new spy book

Local writing duo and besties Nina Whyle launch new spy book

Hungerford writer publishes 'dark comedic' debut novel