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Taylor Swift: my database of her 123,553 lyrics reveals hidden patterns

October 2, 2026

Science fiction books on library shelf

Arts Council designated status for Europe’s largest science fiction collection

September 8, 2026

Bringing the page to life: Liverpool Literary Festival returns

July 9, 2026

Robot typing text on a typewriter. Artificial intelligence generated text and future of journalism concept. Vector illustration.

A popular horror novel was pulled over AI concerns – here’s what it means for publishing

April 7, 2026

Winners announced: Liverpool Literary Festival schools writing competition

March 31, 2026

Mother and her son lying down on the beautiful spring field in the sunny park. Concept of the interesting of literature and family leisure.

The ten worst mothers in literature – according to our experts

March 13, 2026

Jane Austen a closeup portrait from English money

Who was Jane Austen’s best heroine?

August 27, 2025

Liverpool Literary Festival is back for its 10th year

August 18, 2025

AHRC Doctoral Focal Awards for two projects to support a healthy planet, people, and place

July 3, 2025

Glass of wine and pint of beer on a bar

The language of alcohol: New study calls for policy rethink

June 25, 2025