Miya George’s mother, after 30 years, rediscovered reading through a book found in a car, reigniting her love for literature.

A Bath museum honors Mary Shelley’s *Frankenstein*, highlighting her 1818 novel’s creation, themes, and legacy, boosted by del Toro’s film.

The first Damascus Book Fair since Assad’s fall opened with cultural openness, eased censorship, and Kurdish rights recognition.

Aphrodite Media, founded by Rachael Eckles, launched on February 19, 2026, as a women-led publishing company focused on amplifying women’s stories across books and future media.

Wales’ first romance-only bookstore, Love Stories, opened in Cardiff, offering 1,000+ titles across 14 sub-genres.

Comedian Rob Beckett is pausing his career to support his wife Louise’s debut book release in late February 2026.

A secret café has opened inside a London bookshop, serving local coffee and pastries to visitors only.

Dr. Michelle Hamrosi created a children’s book to help kids stay calm during bushfire evacuations, based on her experiences in the Eurobodalla fires.

Ottawa woman Jane Rogers published a memoir in January 2026 sharing her humorous, honest journey with epilepsy.

Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump discusses his debut novel, *Worse Than A Lie*, on NPR, reflecting his advocacy for justice and racial equality through storytelling.