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The best books about being a teenager – according to our experts

Awkwardness and acne are the first things that spring to mind when thinking of adolescence, but they’re not always the full picture. We asked eight of our experts to tell us which book they feel best represents the experience of being a teenager.

The Conversation · Apr 17

Staff and students fight loss of A-levels at London college helping disadvantaged learners

BSix in Hackney gives pupils a second chance academically but new owner wants to focus on vocational courses

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2025

Angelina Jolie lashes out against 'liars' in first interview after Brad Pitt divorce

The remarks come after eight years of contentious legal disputes between Jolie and Pitt

Evening Standard · Jan 3, 2025

Who is Akala, Ms Dynamite's brother and Angelina Jolie's new best friend?

Rapper and actress spotted becoming besties at Venice Film Festival

Evening Standard · Aug 30, 2024

Six books (and one play) to read to understand British politics today

With a general election on the horizon in 2024, this holiday season is a good time to curl up with a book that explains the state of British politics and society today. We asked politics experts for their recommendations.

The Conversation · Dec 22, 2023

Akala, Lineker and Tracey Emin lead calls for airlines not to carry out refugee removal flights to Rwanda

Exclusive: Signatories include musician and author Akala, football pundit Gary Lineker OBE, Bridgerton actress Adjoah Andoh, artist Tracey Emin

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2022

On my radar: Akala’s cultural highlights

The rapper, presenter and author on the album he’s listening to a lot, Idris Elba’s mean side, and the enduring power of Tupac

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2022

Ideas to change the world: Margaret Atwood talks to seven visionaries fighting for a brighter future

The author’s hand-picked panel share their ideas on music, mushrooms, zombies and more

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2022