Stuck in a cycle of binge-reading and slumps from online recommendations, a self-confessed book nerd turned to real-life booksellers for help. Discover the three transformative novels that broke the drought and sparked unexpected tears.
Author Nana Ama Addo-Brenyah's debut novel 'The Party Season' captures Ghana's vibrant Detty December, filling a gap in contemporary fiction. Discover how she translated the energy onto the page.
A look ahead at the biggest fiction releases for 2026, featuring major new works from Maggie O'Farrell, Julian Barnes, George Saunders, and many more. Discover the essential books to pre-order now.
Discover the latest gripping crime and thriller novels, including Charlotte McConaghy's eco-thriller and a dark Irish debut. Perfect for your winter reading list. Explore the reviews now.
Explore Jacek Dukaj's award-winning novel 'Ice', a dazzling alternate history where the 1908 Tunguska event spawns a sentient freeze. Discover its complex world of frostoglaze, Tesla, and metaphysical intrigue. Read our full review.
Author Gish Jen's new novel, 'Bad Bad Girl', is a fictionalised exploration of her troubled relationship with her Chinese mother and the historical forces that shaped their lives. A poignant search for understanding.
A review of Bryan Washington's third novel, 'Palaver', exploring a mother-son reunion in Tokyo. Discover the themes of exile, family, and queer identity in this stylish new release.
Romance fiction sales have surged to a record £69m in the UK, doubling in the US. Discover why this genre, from Emily Henry to 'romantasy', offers vital connection in turbulent times.
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
The 'cervix kissing' fantasy is trending in erotic fiction. We explore its online popularity, the reality of cervical stimulation, and expert advice for safe exploration.
Actor Peter Greene, known for Pulp Fiction and The Mask, found dead at 60. Police investigate injuries as manager pays tribute. Read the latest on this tragic story.
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Peter Greene, the intense actor famed for roles in Pulp Fiction and The Mask, has died suddenly aged 60. Explore his memorable, unnerving performances and turbulent life story.
James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' delivers stunning visuals but remains a colossal, emotionally vacant epic. The third instalment lands in UK cinemas on 19 December.
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Margaret Atwood warns her dystopian novel's themes are increasingly plausible in modern America. The author discusses Trump, Roe v. Wade, and resilient democracy. Read her full analysis.
Explore the must-read novels of 2025, from long-awaited returns by literary giants Thomas Pynchon and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to groundbreaking debuts and powerful short story collections.
Discover the top five science fiction novels of 2025, featuring climate crisis masterpieces, cyberpunk adventures, and mind-bending alien encounters. Explore these groundbreaking stories today.
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
Discover the Guardian's top romance picks for 2025, featuring witty wedding dramas, literary love affairs, and surprisingly sexy takes on Brexit. Find your next favourite read.
Discover the books captivating authors like Geoff Dyer and Guardian readers this November. From literary fiction to searing essays, find your next great read. Dive into the full list now.
Discover the top five translated novels of 2025, featuring Nobel laureate Han Kang's latest, a Nazi-era film epic, a Scandinavian septology, and vital stories from Iraq. Explore global literature.
At 86, Margaret Atwood shares her wisdom on democracy's fragility, feminist struggles and climate crisis in her new memoir Book of Lives. Read her powerful insights.
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
Discover four compelling translated fiction works including Frode Grytten's poignant Norwegian tale and speculative Iranian futures. Explore these literary gems today!
Discover Bog People, a powerful anthology of folk horror stories exploring class, hierarchy and inequality across England. Read our review of this compelling collection.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Jeremy Hunt's budget relies on 'fiscal fiction' with unrealistic spending cuts and tax rises. Read the full analysis of the UK's financial outlook.
Douglas Adams' sci-fi comedy masterpiece returns to the stage at Riverside Studios. Discover how this new production handles the beloved galactic adventure.