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Reports are surfacing about the BBC's acquisition of a controlling stake in Lonely Planet. The deal, rumoured to be worth a couple of hundred million dollars, could see a massive change in the online direction of the much-loved travel guides. More soon.....

According to Maureen Wheeler, BBC Worldwide is "committed to keeping the publishing side going". In an online video, the Wheelers reassure Lonely Planet fans (and staff!) that, despite the BBC Worldwide deal, the company will continue to produce printed travel guides. This is obviously a big concern to Lonely Planet fans, as many comments on various blogs and websites illustrate.

I believe that the Internet is a godsend for writers from all genres, but it doesn’t make everyone a writer.

Sure, it allows anyone to communicate, demonstrate or remonstrate, but by doing so doesn’t make the author an instant writer. The same amount of talent, quality and commitment required to succeed offline is just as important for the online writer.

I can't resist a new book for the bedside table. This could be it.

Condé Nast recently released a new collection of travel stories entitled "The Condé Nast Traveler Book of Unforgettable Journeys". Featuring 21 travel stories the book takes the reader on a trip around the world.