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The Waterstones Podcast

Going beyond the book with a wide range of authors to discover the story behind the books we love.

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Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize Shortlist 2023

Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize Shortlist 2023

The Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize returns for its second year and our booksellers have once again identified the most ... Read more

13 Jul 2023

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Caitlin Moran

Caitlin Moran

When Caitlin Moran was out promoting her series of books about women and feminism, she would often encounter the same qu... Read more

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