The Problem with Celebrity Book Clubs
As Sarah Jessica Parker joins Booker Prize judging, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply offer style over substance.
As Sarah Jessica Parker joins Booker Prize judging, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply offer style over substance.
Discover the story behind Jeff Mermelstein's iconic 1996 New York street photograph, Man with Windex. Explore the mystery and enduring power of this compelling image.
Andrew Gallix's debut novel Loren Ipsum delivers a chronically funny satire of contemporary literary culture, blending word games and grisly murders in Paris. Discover this cult classic.
Jeanette Winterson's latest work 'One Aladdin, Two Lamps' offers profound reflections on artificial intelligence, creativity and human experience. Discover her unique perspective on technology's role in art.
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The England manager's new leadership book faces scathing criticism for deflecting responsibility and failing to address key tournament failures in what reviewers call a masterclass in evasion.
New research reveals what readers truly think about film adaptations of their favourite books. Discover why loyalty to the source material matters more than star power.
Legendary British actress Dame Helen Mirren is set to receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, recognising her extraordinary six-decade career in film and television.
A chilling exploration of modern envy and revenge in the Instagram era, where curated perfection hides dangerous obsessions and simmering resentment.
Celebrated British novelist Alan Hollinghurst receives the distinguished David Cohen Prize for Literature, recognising his exceptional lifetime contribution to writing.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama announces stunning new photography book celebrating her most memorable fashion moments and the powerful messages behind her style choices.
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe wins the 2025 Jilly Cooper Comedy Women in Print Prize for her novel 'Weirdo', celebrating female comedic talent in literature.
Discover the London pubs serving exceptional gastropub fare that have earned prestigious spots in The Good Food Guide 2025, celebrating Britain's finest culinary pub experiences.
Academy Award-nominated actress Diane Ladd, renowned for her role in Wild at Heart and mother to Laura Dern, has died aged 89. Tributes pour in for the celebrated screen star.
The House of Leaves author breaks 13-year silence with monumental western novel exploring American frontier mythology in his signature experimental style.
Discover this month's most anticipated book releases featuring Helen Garner's private diaries, Madeleine Gray's witty fiction, and bold new takes on classical mythology.
A groundbreaking endometriosis awareness campaign fighting to end diagnostic delays needs your vote to win a prestigious Making a Difference Award and transform women's healthcare.
Acclaimed author John Irving returns with Queen Esther, but this long-awaited companion novel to The Cider House Rules disappoints with convoluted plotting and uncharacteristic flaws.
Literary icon Margaret Atwood's long-awaited autobiography 'The Book of Lives' delivers a breathtaking journey through her extraordinary life and career, offering unprecedented insight into the mind behind The Handmaid's Tale.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld unveils a touching visual eulogy exploring the silent stories left behind on a late great author's desk in his latest Guardian cartoon.
Discover why readers are increasingly drawn to emotionally challenging literature and how 'sad girl books' became a cultural phenomenon that offers catharsis and connection in turbulent times.
Discover how a simple Sudoku book containing three unexpected words sparked a profound personal transformation and changed one woman's perspective on life forever.
Discover the upscale gastropub that has beaten all competition to be named London's top pub for 2025, featuring exceptional food and premium dining experience.
Dive into our expert roundup of recent poetry releases, from Raymond Antrobus' profound explorations to Holly Hopkins' witty observations and Will Harris' boundary-pushing verse.
Discover how a series of brutal Camden murders inspired a groundbreaking new book that's gripping true crime readers across Britain
Discover how a series of tragic murders in Islington inspired a powerful new book exploring violence against women and societal responses to femicide.
Nobel laureate Anne Enright returns with a dazzling collection of essays that dissect modern life, literature, and the art of noticing in our distracted age.
A Conservative councillor's attempt to ban Stephen Kelman's acclaimed novel 'Pigeon English' from school libraries sparks national outrage over censorship and cultural understanding in education.
Acclaimed author Jane Harper returns with another atmospheric masterpiece, plunging readers into the scorching Australian wilderness where family secrets refuse to stay buried.
Discover why Lily King's latest masterpiece is being hailed as a triumphant return to form, exploring the complexities of love and human connection with exquisite prose.