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Actor Anne Hathaway has acquired the movie rights to Caro Claire Burke's upcoming debut novel Yesteryear in an 11-way bidding war. The book, set for release on April 9, 2026, by Fourth Estate, explores themes of social media influencers, trad wives, and time travel to 1805.
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Ukrainian-born writer Maria Reva has won the 2026 Gordon Burn Prize for her debut novel Endling, announced on March 5 in Newcastle upon Tyne. The award recognizes bold and experimental works that push literary boundaries. Reva's victory highlights the growing influence of Ukrainian diaspora voices in contemporary literature.