
Review: The Vanished Bride by Bella Ellis
Rowan Coleman’s – under the alias of Bella Ellis – first book in the Brontë mysteries series is a deliciously Gothic, gripping romp with Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë as your guides. It’s a delight.

Prize-winning books perfect for Christmas
You needn’t opt for book vouchers for the readers in your life this Christmas. Here’s a ready-made list of prize-winning books that will put a smile on any bookworm’s face.

5 ways to build your employer brand
An internal brand is just as important to the success of a business as an external one. Here are five ways to build your employer brand to harness the power of your workforce.

How to write an award entry that gets shortlisted
Industry awards are a key tactic for organisations that want to build a reputation as leaders in their sector. But, the trick to taking home a trophy isn’t having fancy campaigns or projects to boast about – it’s writing an entry that impresses the judges enough to get you on the shortlist. Read More

Literary events for North East book lovers
There is a wonderful programme of literary events heading to the North East this autumn/winter. Whether you want to meet and greet authors, check out dramatic retellings of your favourite stories, or simply indulge in some book chat, the North East literary scene has something for you. Read More

Help record a regional word bank at Words Weekend
Words Weekend, which is coming to Gateshead in December, will create a word bank to record and explore local dialects. Here’s how you can get involved. Read More

Review: The First Time Lauren Pailing Died
Alyson Rudd’s debut novel is an enchanting tale of loss, love and making the most of your life. Read More

Review: Hormonal by Eleanor Morgan
Eleanor Morgan’s new book, Hormonal, unravels the mysteries of how hormones have such an impact on our lives. This is an essential read for every woman. Read More