Six Centuries of Type & Printing is a handsome volume from Glenn Fleishman (previously) about the history of the technology ...

Splashy appearance and style are key in “new adult” literature. Readers want attractive books that will stand out on social media, with publishers striving to produce ever more elaborate covers.

The five-member jury assessed a total of 362 books from the past year and has now honoured the 20 that demonstrate “exceptional quality and high standards”, the culture office announced on Thursday.