Children's Book Roundup: New Picture Books and Novels
A curated selection of the best new children's and young adult books, featuring picture books about loss and nature, thrilling adventures, and thought-provoking YA novels.
A curated selection of the best new children's and young adult books, featuring picture books about loss and nature, thrilling adventures, and thought-provoking YA novels.
Scottish author Ali Smith shares her earliest reading memories, favourite childhood books, and the writers who shaped her literary consciousness in a revealing interview.
Lara Feigel's book delves into the harrowing history of child custody battles, blending personal memoir with historical accounts to reveal ongoing struggles for mothers.
Poet Rebecca Perry's debut novel 'May We Feed the King' is a dazzling puzzle-box exploring a reluctant medieval king through fragmented historical glimpses.
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RecommendedThe Guardian presents Sudoku 7,184, a hard-level puzzle requiring numbers 1-9 in rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes. Print version available, with solutions in upcoming issues.
The Metro newspaper's daily cartoon by Guy Venables remains a staple for London commuters, offering satirical takes on current events with a distinctive artistic style.
Brooklyn Beckham is reportedly planning a tell-all memoir following his bombshell Instagram statement about his family, with sources suggesting this is just the beginning of his story.
Reading emerges as the top hobby for 2026, with traditional activities like knitting and creative writing gaining popularity. Research highlights train travel as ideal for pursuing these calming pastimes.
Caroline Palmer's debut novel Workhorse explores ambition in the golden era of women's magazines, featuring a vile yet compelling heroine in a dark, witty narrative.
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RecommendedA review of AI Weiwei's new book 'On Censorship' explores the global battle for free speech, questioning if technological and political forces are eroding this fundamental right.
Challenge yourself with this week's Thursday news quiz featuring 15 questions on headlines, pop culture and general knowledge. How will you score?
Discover the Guardian's Sudoku puzzle 7,183, a hard-level challenge requiring numbers 1-9 in rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes. Print version available.
Crime writer Val McDermid reveals she used a sensitivity reader to remove offensive language from her 80s and 90s novels but argues it's dishonest to alter historical works.
The Metro newspaper's daily cartoon, illustrated by Guy Venables, continues to be a beloved feature for London commuters, offering sharp wit and social commentary since its inception in 2026.
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RecommendedAlex Jennings narrates Christopher Isherwood's landmark novel A Single Man in a new audiobook recording, capturing the profound grief and isolation of protagonist George Falconer.
The Metro newspaper features a daily cartoon by Guy Venables, offering witty commentary on London life and current affairs, with prints available for purchase.
Canadian poet Karen Solie discusses her TS Eliot prize-winning collection Wellwater, exploring environmental crisis, personal loss, and art's role in turbulent times.
The Guardian has published corrections and clarifications for recent articles, including photo credit omissions and factual errors about music release dates.
A guide to Guardian Sudoku puzzle 7,182, a medium challenge. Learn how to access the print version and find solutions in upcoming issues.
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RecommendedBestselling author Jeffrey Archer, 85, reveals his upcoming novel 'Adam and Eve' will be his last, concluding a 50-year literary career that sold over 300 million books worldwide.
George Saunders returns with Vigil, a spectral novel about a dying oil tycoon's reckoning. While revisiting themes from Lincoln in the Bardo, this climate-focused morality tale struggles to escape its own gimmicky framework.
Queen Camilla appears in the Beano to advocate for reading, emphasising that audiobooks and comics count. Experts discuss audio's role in literacy and industry growth.
Rob Doyle's new autofiction novel 'Cameo' is a larky, satirical fantasy of literary celebrity, skewering the culture wars and the creative life. Read our full review.
Following the Adelaide Writers' Week cancellation, journalist Margaret Simons argues Australia's cultural leaders must uphold free speech, even for views they despise. Discover the path forward for national discourse.
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RecommendedThe Guardian presents Sudoku puzzle #7,181 with a medium difficulty rating. Discover how to access the print version and find the solution in upcoming editions.
The Guardian has issued corrections for factual errors regarding painter Hilma af Klint's nationality and the traditional recipe for Korean bibimbap sauce. Read the full list of recent amendments.
Canadian poet Karen Solie has been awarded the prestigious 2025 TS Eliot Prize for her collection 'Wellwater', receiving £25,000. Discover the themes and judges' praise.
Discover the clever solutions to three geometrical conundrums, from tiling a grid to slicing pizzas. Test your logic and spatial reasoning skills with these mind-bending challenges.
A groundbreaking £50,000 writing prize lets readers choose the shortlist and win cash. Judges include Elly Griffiths. Could you discover the next bestseller?
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RecommendedA new social media trend dubbed 'disgustingly educated' is sweeping platforms like TikTok and Reddit. But is it genuine intellectual enrichment or just performative cleverness for likes?