The latest winners of Bird Photographer of the Year were as stunning as ever. Jade Burrell writes about the contest and the overall winner as we showcase our favourites

Our pick of the best titles about photography published this year – each one will make an ideal festive season gift for lovers of the medium…

→ Last Sunday I did a talk at the Anteros Arts Foundation, an art gallery and charity in Norwich. It was a fundraiser for Anteros, as I have had a studio there and love what they do. The story I offer

Jonathon Isola, Chandler, Arizona, USA

Nadia Shaikh seeks good company for a search-and-gorge to get her through the ruthless darkness of the winter months

The award-winning photographer has just published a book about how to succeed in the medium. Niall Hampton finds out more