A concise bead of sweetness from bees
The Scotsman and The Guardian review recent fiction and memoirs, spotlighting a cosy fantasy debut, climate-edge thrillers, and a US vice-presidential memoir, as Edinburgh’s festival season shines a light on Scottish publishing and Latin American translations.
Beekeepers across Gaza and the UK report loss and damage to hives, equipment, and livelihoods. Gaza beekeepers rebuild amid destruction and access restrictions; UK beekeeper raises funds after arson damages an apiary.