Join Guardian Live for a special Book Club event on May 19, featuring a panel with Elif Shafak, Guy Gunaratne, and Kate Mosse to discuss the 100 best novels of all time. In-person or livestream tickets available.
Arundhati Roy, Lyse Doucet, and four other authors are shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Nonfiction, highlighting gender imbalance in the literary world.
Australian author Debra Adelaide explains why she preserves phone contacts of deceased loved ones, exploring grief's complexity and digital memory's role in mourning.
A reader shares how the German philosopher's ideas on public spaces provided unexpected comfort after his wife's passing, revealing her hidden social life in their town.
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Colm Tóibín's new short story collection delves into themes of grief, betrayal, and moral complexity through tales of characters living far from home, from Argentina to County Wexford.
Alan Bennett's new diary collection from 2016-2024 reveals his reflections on aging, creative success, and eternal embarrassment, with layered prose that gains new meaning over time.
Anna Dempsey's unpublished novel 'This Is About an Alligator and Nothing Else' has won the inaugural Hilary Mantel prize for fiction, receiving £7,500 and mentoring support.
Prince Harry's memoir 'Spare' has been voted Britain's favorite book to read on the toilet, according to new research commissioned by toilet roll brand Cushelle.
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A new cartoon by Tom Gauld titled 'The Insensitivity Reader' humorously critiques modern literary sensitivity practices, igniting discussions on censorship and creative freedom in publishing.
Readers respond to Donald Trump's 'cowardly' NATO comments and share humorous anecdotes about British measurements like 'gnat's knicker' and 'smidgen' in the Guardian's letters section.
Solve Sudoku 7,252, an easy-level puzzle from The Guardian. Fill rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes with numbers 1-9. Print version available, with solutions in upcoming issues.
A review of Brandon Taylor's novel 'Minor Black Figures,' which vividly portrays a working-class artist navigating the complexities of life and creativity in New York City.
Professor Wallace Kirsop, a 92-year-old Melbourne expert, has amassed 20,000 books as a working reference library, championing the archaeology of printed books and advocating for library preservation.
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Dan Simmons, the prolific author known for his genre-spanning works including the Hyperion Cantos and The Terror, has passed away at age 77. His career spanned horror, science fiction, and historical thrillers.
A new look at Sylvia Plath's transformative period in the early 1960s, as she balanced domesticity with poetic ambition, ahead of a complete poetry collection release.
Backstory in Balham has been named London Independent Bookshop of the Year at The British Book Awards 2026. The unique venue combines bookselling with a bar and community events, challenging online giants with personalized service.
Publisher Hachette cancels US release and withdraws UK edition of horror novel 'Shy Girl' by Mia Ballard following online speculation about AI-generated content.
Readers Henry Sherman and Phil Coughlin reflect on the humor and skill of Len Deighton, author of The Ipcress File, following his death at age 97, highlighting his iconic London settings and witty dialogue.
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Discover six compelling stories from the past week, including Elon Musk's Doge project, the 'alpine divorce' trend, and insights from Hollywood body doubles.
Explore a trivia challenge linking music icons, historical facts, and natural wonders. Discover answers about IKEA's bestseller, Angela Merkel's early role, and more.
Test your knowledge with five multiple-choice questions set by children, and learn fun facts like the origin of 'pinkie' and global lion populations.
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Acclaimed author Colm Tóibín reveals how Donald Trump's presidency inspired his latest story collection, exploring immigration fears and the creative process behind turning real-world tensions into fiction.
Dive into Jennie Godfrey's gripping audiobook 'The Barbecue at No 9,' where family tensions and hidden truths simmer during the 1985 Live Aid concert. Featuring a star-studded cast including Gemma Whelan and Stephen Mangan, this multi-voiced tale blends m
PEN America announces the 2026 World Voices festival in New York and Los Angeles, featuring Judith Butler and Bill McKibben, after the 2024 event was cancelled due to controversy over the Israel-Gaza war.
Margareta Magnusson, who popularized the concept of 'death cleaning' through her international bestseller, has passed away at age 92. The Swedish artist and author inspired a global movement.
The Guardian offers a daily hard Sudoku puzzle, number 7,248, with solutions available in print editions. Complete the grid by filling rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes with numbers 1 to 9.
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Ibram X Kendi's new book 'Chain of Ideas' offers a meticulous 500-page analysis of the 'great replacement theory,' tracing its roots and impact on global authoritarian politics, with insights into modern right-wing strategies.
