Stars sign up to write £1 books

Great British Bake Off star Nadiya Hussain, broadcaster Clare Balding, singer Tom Fletcher and comedian Julian Clary have joined a list of authors set to release new titles in the coming year - at just £1 each.

The new line of 11 books, which also include special editions of Marvel’s The Avengers, Mr Men and Paddington, come as part of the World Book Day charity’s calendar of plans for 2018.

Keen readers of all ages will be able to purchase the works for just £1 each in the new year.