Best Recent Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Horror Books Reviewed
Explore our roundup of the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, including a serial killer thriller, Cornish folk horror, and a centenary collection from Brian Aldiss.
Explore our roundup of the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy and horror novels, including a serial killer thriller, Cornish folk horror, and a centenary collection from Brian Aldiss.
Discover how a new generation of readers, connected online, is transforming the UK's literary scene with romance and 'romantasy' novels, creating vibrant communities and events.
A worrying trend sees schools abandoning full novels for excerpts, risking students' academic and personal development. Discover the causes and why we must act to restore a love of reading.
My Chemical Romance announce 2026 UK stadium tour. Fans can secure tickets from just £46 on resale sites for Wembley, Liverpool & Glasgow dates. Act now for the best deals.
Our review of the 2025 TV phenomenon 'Heated Rivalry' cuts through the hype. Is the steamy ice hockey romance worth the buzz? Stream on Sky and NOW from January 10, 2026.
Andrew Ngeh and Kath Oliver's love story began while volunteering in the South Pacific. From a paddleboard kiss to surviving a cyclone, discover their decade-long journey to marriage and parenthood.
Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies has gone public with his new partner, 27-year-old model Oliver Cole. The couple shared a Christmas selfie, with friends saying they are 'very much on the same wavelength'.
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 most anticipated books of 2026. Get ready for new novels from George Saunders, Ali Smith, and Douglas Stuart, plus major memoirs and stunning debuts.
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.
Discover the most anticipated debut novels of 2026, featuring a Pulitzer finalist's first novel, a surreal prison tale, and a tradwife influencer sent to 1805. Pre-order these exciting new voices now.
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.
Mark Acklom, a serial conman who posed as an MI6 agent, has been ordered to repay £125,000 to his victim. Discover the full story of this complex romance fraud case.
Beatriz Bernal's pioneering 1545 knight's tale, the first Spanish novel by a woman, is reborn in an illustrated adaptation. Discover the strong female characters that predate Don Quixote.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and MI6 agent, has been ordered to pay his victim £125,000 after a five-year court battle. Read the full story.
Notorious fraudster Mark Acklom, who posed as a banker and spy, must pay £125k compensation after a five-year court battle. Read the full story of the devastating romance scam.
A man branded Britain's worst romance fraudster has been jailed for 17 years for scamming five divorced mothers out of nearly £1 million. Read the shocking details of his gambling-fuelled crimes.
The X-rated Canadian drama 'Heated Rivalry', hailed the sexiest show of 2025, is finally set for a UK release. Get the latest on the forbidden hockey romance that has fans hooked.
A fraudster who targeted single mothers on dating apps, stealing nearly £1 million, has been jailed for 17 years. Read the shocking details of the UK's longest romance fraud sentence.
Rapper Aitch has clarified his relationship with EastEnders star Shona McGarty after I'm A Celebrity 2025, calling her a 'good friend'. Get the latest jungle gossip and final updates.
Darcy Green moved to Oxford for her masters, not love. But a chance meeting with Miranda changed everything. Discover their heartwarming story of unexpected romance, from a football screening to a winter confession.
Discover the must-read titles of 2025, from new novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ian McEwan to memoirs and prize-winning non-fiction. Browse the full list now.
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.
Tracey Kasongo, 33, swapped her London life for a Brooklyn apartment via Kindred and found love with a filmmaker. Her story mirrors the classic rom-com 'The Holiday'. Read her magical New York tale.
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.
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.
British TV fans are devastated as the hit sports romance series Heated Rivalry remains unavailable in the UK. Find out why this 'masterpiece' has the world hooked and when it might finally arrive.
Acclaimed author Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered opinions on everything from leaf blowers and hiking to dinner parties and contemporary novels in this exclusive interview.
Katy Perry opens up about being 'battered and bruised' by criticism of her Blue Origin space flight while navigating legal disputes and a surprising new romance with Justin Trudeau.
From ICU meet-cutes to holiday romances, discover how five couples found lasting love this year. Heartwarming stories that prove romance is alive and well.