Pleasure: The Surprising Key to Lasting Self-Improvement
Forget gruelling discipline. New research reveals that embracing pleasure is the most effective path to lasting personal growth and positive habit formation. Discover the science.
Category : Literature Books
UK Bible Sales Soar to Record High in 2025
Bible sales in the UK surged 134% since 2019, reaching £6.3m in 2025. Research links this to a 50% rise in church attendance, led by young people exploring spirituality.
How Fiction Predicted Mass Surveillance and the Metaverse
Explore how literary giants like Orwell, Atwood, and Philip K. Dick foresaw our present reality of mass surveillance, 'MAGA', and digital kipple. What can we learn from their prophetic visions?
Roger McGough's 88th birthday and life reflections
Celebrated poet Roger McGough shares witty insights on fame, family, and his Liverpool roots in a candid interview at 88. Discover his remarkable journey from The Scaffold to Radio 4.
Heated Rivalry: Why the book beats the TV show
A UK journalist compares Rachel Reid's 'Heated Rivalry' book to its TV adaptation, revealing why the novel offers deeper character insight and a richer story. Discover the key differences and where to stream.
Six Great Reads: Comedy, Mystery, and Fast Food
Dive into this week's must-read stories, featuring comedian Katherine Ryan's revelations, a missing backpacker's return, and the state of fast food. Discover more compelling journalism.
Expert Sudoku 7171 Poses Major Challenge for UK Solvers
The latest expert-level Sudoku puzzle, number 7171, is proving a formidable test for UK players. Can you crack it? Discover the strategies needed to solve this brain-teaser.
Tackle Killer Sudoku 1004: A New Logic Puzzle Awaits
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into Killer Sudoku 1004, the latest number puzzle from The Guardian. Test your logic and arithmetic skills today!
Five Great Reads: Synaesthesia, Cricket History, and Modern Photography
Dive into this week's must-read stories, from the extraordinary experience of synaesthesia to the legacy of the world's oldest Test cricketer and a visual journey through the 21st century.
The Two-Word Mantra That Guided a Life: 'Never Weaken'
Author Tony Birch reveals how his grandmother's simple, powerful advice shaped his resilience. Discover the story behind the phrase that withstood tragedy and hardship. Read her inspiring true story.
Share Your Story of a Friend Who Was There at the Right Time
The Guardian invites readers to share stories of friendships formed through shared life experiences, from parenthood to loss. Contribute your story anonymously via our secure form.
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.
Author Sarah Moss on her literary life and influences
Acclaimed author Sarah Moss shares her earliest reading memories, the books that shaped her, and her critical view of classic novels like Wuthering Heights. Discover her literary journey.
Belgrave Road: A Tender Tale of Love Beyond Borders
Manish Chauhan's poignant debut novel, 'Belgrave Road', offers a powerful portrait of immigrant life and forbidden love in Leicester. Discover this story of hope and destiny.
Authors boycott Adelaide festival over Palestinian speaker cancellation
Dozens of prominent writers, including Miles Franklin winner Michelle de Kretser, have withdrawn from Adelaide Writers' Week in protest after the festival cancelled Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance. The board cited 'cultural s
Tackle the Guardian's Hard Sudoku 7168
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into the intricate logic of The Guardian's Hard Sudoku puzzle 7168. Test your skills and see if you can conquer this classic number challenge.
Author Chimamanda Adichie's infant son passes away
Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is devastated after the death of her one-year-old twin son, Nkanu Nnamdi. The family requests privacy as they mourn.
Bob Mortimer's 'The Long Shoe' Audiobook Review
Comedian Bob Mortimer's third mystery novel, 'The Long Shoe', is a surreal cosy crime tale brought to life by stellar performances from Diane Morgan and Arabella Weir. Discover the quirky audiobook review.
New bookshop café opens by Hampstead Heath
A charming new bookshop and café, Funny Weather, has opened its doors at 31 Grove Terrace, NW5, just before Christmas. Discover its curated selection and cosy reading nooks.
Guardian's 2026 Quiz Launches with Lego Teaser
The Guardian's first Thursday news quiz of 2026 is here, featuring topical trivia, a Geordie Shearer segment, and a teaser about new Lego smart bricks. Test your knowledge now.
Elizabeth McCracken's radical new guide to writing fiction
Novelist Elizabeth McCracken's new book, 'A Long Game', delivers a bracing antidote to clichéd creative writing advice. Discover why she says 'nobody knows how to write a book'.
Guardian's 'Hard' Sudoku 7167 Challenges UK Solvers
The Guardian's Sudoku 7167, rated 'hard', is testing the nation's puzzle fans. Can you crack the logic and find the solution? Put your skills to the test today.
Machado's 'Freedom Manifesto' Book Delayed for Maduro Update
Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado will publish a book outlining her vision for Venezuela's future. Release delayed to include response to Maduro's ousting.
UK Launches National Year of Reading to Tackle Youth Literacy
With reading for pleasure at a 20-year low, a new UK-wide initiative for 2026 aims to distribute 72,000 books and reignite a love of stories, starting with art. Discover how.
Best Mindfulness Reads for Your Best Life in 2026
Discover the top mindfulness and self-help books for 2026, curated by Metro. From Mel Robbins to Dr Julie Smith, find your guide to a calmer, clearer year ahead.
Books to read before their 2026 film adaptations
From 'Wuthering Heights' to 'Dune: Part Three', discover the gripping books you need to read in 2026 before they become major movie blockbusters. Start your reading list now!
Russia's Forests: A History of Identity and Conflict
Sophie Pinkham's new book explores how Russia's vast taiga, home to 642bn trees, has defined its history, literature, and wars. Discover the forest's enduring power.
Patrick Charnley's astonishing debut novel reviewed
Review of Patrick Charnley's moving debut novel 'This, My Second Life', drawing on his near-death experience. A tale of convalescence in Cornwall published by Hutchinson Heinemann (£16.99).
Translator's library survives Tehran missile strikes
Amir Mehdi Haghighat's personal library, containing his life's work, endured the June 2025 bombardment of Tehran. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance.
Tackle This Week's Medium-Level Sudoku Puzzle 7166
Ready for a brain workout? Dive into this week's medium-difficulty Sudoku puzzle, number 7166. A perfect mental challenge for puzzle enthusiasts across the UK.
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