Category: Culture

Jacqueline Wilson says she will never write an adult novel about Tracy Beaker, calling the idea inappropriate. The author has previously shown Tracy as a grown-up in the children's book 'My Mum Tracy Beaker,' balancing nostalgia with accessibility for young readers. She argues the character belongs firmly in children's literature despite her enduring popularity.

After eight years away, Waterstones is back inside John Lewis Oxford Street, opening Tuesday 8 October at 10am with nearly 20,000 titles. The shop launches a packed events schedule from October to December, featuring Alexander Armstrong, David Walliams with Adam Stower, William Hanson, Patrick Grant, Rick Stein, and Dame Jacqueline Wilson. Families can also meet Peter Rabbit and Bunny from Bunny vs Monkey.

Public displays of affection between friends, like those shown by Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, push us to rethink the boundaries of friendship. Should hugs, kisses, even pecks on the lips be reserved for romance? Maybe it's time to give friendship the same room for affectionate expression.

Audible is celebrating 250 years of Jane Austen with a top-tier 'Pride and Prejudice' audiobook. Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson lead, joined by acting giants Glenn Close and Bill Nighy. The production leans into character complexity and adds a modern audio twist to Austen’s classic.

Gary Oldman will headline Samuel Beckett’s powerful one-man play, Krapp’s Last Tape, at York Theatre Royal in April-May 2025. Returning to his career roots, Oldman takes on directing and design, promising an immersive, emotionally intense performance on the same stage where he began his acting journey.

China Media Group has launched a promotional video for the 2025 Lantern Festival Gala, which will air on February 12, 2025. Celebrating the end of the Spring Festival, this event promises cultural performances and traditional displays, aiming to connect global audiences with China's rich cultural history.