As JK Rowling gets planning permission to construct a summer house inspired by Hagrid’s hut, we round up five of the best writer’s sheds. Take a look inside the hideouts which have inspired writers from Virginia Woolf to Henry David Thoreau

Philip Pullman I've read all of his books and I loved them. He is an amazing author.

Philip Pullman with Dana

The Guardian discusses Philip Pullman’s forthcoming Book of Dust, which will be a complementary volume to the beloved His Dark Materials triology. The book shot to the top of the pre-order ch…

The author of His Dark Materials on the life lessons in George Eliot’s masterpiece, ditching Lawrence Durrell and being wowed by Ginsberg

Philip Pullman, whose His Dark Materials trilogy is celebrated the world over, has finally produced a new instalment in Lyra’s story. As La Belle Sauvage hits the shops, he answers questions from famous fans and Observer readers

Philip Pullman

Snapshot scenes that illuminate and enrich Pullman's iconic world: they will fill the reader with wonder.