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Tom Gauld's Best Conspiracy Books of 2025

Cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals his illustrated guide to the most intriguing conspiracy theory books of 2025. Discover the must-read titles and hidden narratives shaping this year's literary underground.

Atwood: Handmaid's Tale 'More Plausible' Post-2016

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.

Top Fiction Books of 2025 Reviewed

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.

Best Sci-Fi Books of 2025: A Guide

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.

Top 5 Romance Books of 2025 Revealed

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.

Best Translated Fiction of 2025: Essential Reads

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.

Sandi Toksvig's Riviera Rail Trip: A Literary Tour

Join Sandi Toksvig on her delightful Channel 4 rail adventure along the French Riviera, exploring literary history and stunning coastal scenery. Don't miss this bibliophile's dream journey!

Tessa Hadley Reveals Her Literary Influences

Acclaimed author Tessa Hadley shares her reading journey from childhood favourites to discovering Anita Brookner and Tolstoy's timeless wisdom. Discover her literary influences.

IFS Warns Budget Tax Plans Are 'Fiscal Fiction'

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.

John Tottenham's Service: Grumpy Bookseller's Tale

John Tottenham's debut novel Service delivers a bitter black comedy about a cantankerous LA bookseller struggling with literary failure and annoying customers. Discover this unique comic voice.

Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers

Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.

Marital book club battle spans six years

For six years, Guardian columnist Tim Dowling has been the only man in his wife's book club. Now she sees her chance to finally remove him. Discover the hilarious marital standoff over literary insights and fine cheeses.

Crime Writer Sophie Hannah's Literary Journey Revealed

Discover crime writer Sophie Hannah's reading journey from Enid Blyton to Agatha Christie, and how Frances Farmer's memoir changed her perspective. Explore her favourite comfort reads and writing inspirations.

Alameddine Wins National Book Award 2025

Rabih Alameddine wins National Book Award for fiction with powerful speech addressing Gaza crisis and US immigration. Read the full story about this politically charged ceremony.

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