How Modern Fiction is Redefining Stories of Infidelity
Explore how contemporary authors, from Lily Allen to Sally Rooney, are reshaping the literary narrative around love, cheating, and polyamory in modern Britain. Discover the new wave of novels.
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Tributes pour in for Guardian critic Andrew Clements
The music world mourns Andrew Clements, the Guardian's esteemed classical music critic from 1950 to 2026. Composers, performers and colleagues pay tribute to his integrity, knowledge and vital voice.
Adelaide Writers' Week Cancelled for 2026
Australia's longest-running free literary festival, Adelaide Writers' Week, has been cancelled for 2026, leaving a cultural void. Explore its cherished history and the community's profound sense of loss.
Art Weekly: Emin's Giants, Saints & Political Posters
Tracey Emin curates a powerful show on melancholy, Ming Wong explores Saint Sebastian, and community art in Edinburgh. Your essential weekly art dispatch from the UK.
Peruvian artist Antonio Paucar wins Artes Mundi prize
Peruvian artist and beekeeper Antonio Paucar wins the prestigious Artes Mundi award in Wales. He plans to use the £40,000 prize to build a cultural centre in the Andes. Discover his powerful eco-art.
Australian Literary Festival Cancelled After Mass Boycott
Adelaide Writers' Week collapses after board's decision to exclude Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah prompts mass speaker withdrawals and resignations. Read the full story.
Guardian classical music critic Andrew Clements dies aged 75
The Guardian's esteemed classical music critic Andrew Clements has died at 75. Read about his 32-year legacy, his championing of contemporary composers, and the indelible mark he left on music journalism.
Elaine Mitchener's virtuoso voice redefines singing in London
Vocalist Elaine Mitchener delivered a remarkable performance at London's Wigmore Hall, pushing the boundaries of voice and electronics in a virtuoso tour-de-force. Discover the review.
Bancroft & Gerhardt's BBCNOW concert review
Review of BBCNOW's concert featuring works by Adam Gerhardt and Lucy Bancroft, exploring magic, melancholy, and musical connections. Discover the programme's intriguing beauty.
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.
Artists decry dismantling of Antwerp's M HKA museum
Prominent artists protest the Flanders government's plan to transfer Antwerp's contemporary art collection to Ghent, calling the cost-cutting move 'simply insane'. Read the full story.
US Art Exhibitions 2026: Lichtenstein, Matisse & More
Discover the must-see US art exhibitions for 2026, featuring major retrospectives of Roy Lichtenstein, Henri Matisse's 'Jazz', and a rare Raphael showcase. Plan your cultural year.
Hungarian writers lament hostile climate despite Nobel win
László Krasznahorkai's Nobel Prize offers a rare moment of national unity in Hungary, as authors decry a government-led hostile environment forcing many into exile. Explore the deepening cultural divide.
Fan Fiction: The Democratic Rebellion in Literature
Comedian Urooj Ashfaq champions fan fiction as vital, democratic literature. Explore why this messy, passionate art form is a cultural force that redefines storytelling.
Review: The Best Recent Poetry Collections in the UK
Explore our roundup of five powerful new poetry collections from leading UK poets, including Sean O'Brien and Tess Jolly. Discover themes of work, faith, and identity.
Review: Nadia Davids' 'Cape Fever' - A Tale of Power and Servitude
Nadia Davids' novel 'Cape Fever' dissects the complex relationship between a mistress and her maid in modern Cape Town. Read our in-depth review of this powerful literary work.
Mueenuddin's Epic Novel Set to Dominate 2026
Acclaimed author Daniyal Mueenuddin's debut novel, 'This Is Where the Serpent Lives', is a brutal, funny epic of power and class in Pakistan, tipped to be a major literary success in 2026.
Literary Converts to Catholicism in 20th Century Britain
Explore the surprising wave of British literary figures, from Evelyn Waugh to Muriel Spark, who converted to Catholicism between 1910 and 1960. A new book examines their profound journeys.
What to Read in 2026: Bookseller Recommendations
Discover the must-read books for 2026, featuring upcoming releases from African authors and the best of Black diaspora writing. Get expert picks from booksellers in Nigeria, Kenya, and the UK.
Gish Jen's 'Bad Bad Girl' Blends Fiction and Memoir
Author Gish Jen's new novel, 'Bad Bad Girl', is a fictionalised exploration of her troubled relationship with her Chinese mother and the historical forces that shaped their lives. A poignant search for understanding.
Review: Bryan Washington's 'Palaver' Novel
A review of Bryan Washington's third novel, 'Palaver', exploring a mother-son reunion in Tokyo. Discover the themes of exile, family, and queer identity in this stylish new release.
Best Phone Picture: Sci-Fi Playscape Captures Child's Joy
Photographer Anne Rayner's stunning iPhone 14 photo of her granddaughter at a Gateshead exhibition highlights the power of play and mobile photography. See the striking image.
Forgotten 1545 Spanish novel by woman gets new life
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.
Margate: A Perfect Festive Day Trip from London
Discover why Margate is one of the best winter day trips from London. Explore the windswept beach, Turner Contemporary, and cosy pubs for a perfect festive escape.
Artist Edita Schubert's radical scalpel technique
Artist Edita Schubert discusses her radical scalpel technique, cutting into canvas to create profound works exploring trauma and healing. Discover her unique process and upcoming London exhibition.
Indigenous Author's Startling Novel Challenges Colonial Worldview
Leanne Betasamosake Simpson's 'Noopiming: The Cure for White Ladies' offers a profound, satirical critique of colonialism through an Ojibwe lens. Discover this startlingly original work now.
Ron Mueck's hyperreal art exhibition opens in Sydney
Hyperrealist sculptor Ron Mueck unveils a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, featuring monumental and intimate works that explore the human condition. Discover the details.
Latin American Artists Lead Art Basel Miami 2025
Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 spotlights Latin American artists from Brazil, Mexico, Argentina & Panama, who are reinventing cultural heritage through provocative art. Discover the standout works.
Review: Madeleine Gray's Chosen Family Explores Queer Friendship
Madeleine Gray's second novel, Chosen Family, masterfully explores the lifelong bond between two women. A tale of friendship, betrayal, and queer identity set across 18 years. Read our review.
Ibrahim Mahama leads ArtReview's 2024 Power List
Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama becomes the first African artist to top the ArtReview Power 100 list, marking a significant shift in the global art landscape. Discover his journey and the list's new top 10.
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