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 favourite photos posted by readers on our social media channels this week

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…

Jonathon Isola, Chandler, Arizona, USA

If you’re planning to enter our Urban Life round, which launches next week, take these tips from four of last year’s top ten photographers

Turn everyday encounters with birds, bees & bugs into INSTA-WORTHY IMAGES you’ll want to show off