Literature

The author's childhood was rocked by bankruptcy and deceit. In 2008, he told the BBC that his "hectic background" trained him to be an author – and a spy.

Robin Hood began as an oral tradition in the 12th Century before morphing into a heroic, family-friendly stereotype – here's how new takes are restoring his dark side.

Borders Book Festival sees record crowds and sales in Alistair Moffat’s final year as director.

A Worcester business owner says independent bookshops, like hers, are becoming community centres.

Alice Jolly's The Matchbox Girl wins the £25,000 Walter Scott Prize at the Borders Book Festival.

The event next month is one of the country's largest literature festivals, organisers say.

Tessa McWatt, whose book is inspired by her mother, describes her as her "heart's inspiration".