Clare Povey is a children's author and also the person behind the Writers & Artists Working Class Writers prize, holding the ladder for working class people to get their stories published and on to bookshelves.

Robert Muchamore rose to fame in the noughties for writing the gritty child spy series CHERUB and he now pens a new spin on Robin Hood. He tells Voice how his working class background informed his approach as an author.

“The Great Divide” by Cristina Henríquez is a sweeping novel that brings to life the untold stories behind the construction of the Panama Canal.

“We Rip the World Apart” by Charlene Carr is an emotionally charged exploration of identity and motherhood.

"The Golden Frog Games" by Claribel A. Ortega is a spellbinding sequel that combines magic, friendship, and mystery. 

This short story collection restores Oliver's important voice to the literary canon, showcasing her talent for capturing the toll of living under oppression.

Robert Louis Stevenson's novella comes to life in this stripped back one man performance of the most chilling tale you'll see this Summer.

An ideal short read for the transitioning period between Halloween and Christmas.

 A review of John Shirley’s dystopian nightmare novel Bioshock: Rapture. Delve into one of the most enthralling video game tie-in novels to date with its captivating characters and sinister secrets.

A book review of Tom Rob Smith’s international bestseller set during the twilight years of Stalin’s reign of terror.

In the heart of East London, Brick Lane has so much to offer.Whether you're looking for an array of South Asian cuisines or new vintage finds for your wardrobe there's something for everyone on Brick Lane. 

A delve into celebrity book releases.