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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.

Romance book sales boom hits £69m in the UK

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.

Kate Winslet directs son's screenplay in Goodbye June

Kate Winslet makes her directorial debut with Netflix's Goodbye June, a film penned by her son Joe Anders. The story, inspired by Winslet's own loss, stars Helen Mirren and Timothy Spall. Out 24 December.

Why Brits are losing virginity later in life

From religious beliefs to parental ties, experts explain the six main reasons why a growing number of people in the UK are choosing to wait longer before having sex for the first time.

Atwood: Handmaid's Tale 'More Plausible' Post-2016

Margaret Atwood warns her dystopian novel's themes are increasingly plausible in modern America. The author discusses Trump, Roe v. Wade, and resilient democracy. Read her full analysis.

Top Fiction Books of 2025 Reviewed

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.

Best Sci-Fi Books of 2025: A Guide

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.

Kate Winslet's son towers over her at film premiere

Kate Winslet beams with pride as her 21-year-old son Joe, who wrote the screenplay for her directorial debut 'Goodbye June', joins her on the red carpet. The Netflix film hits UK cinemas Dec 12.

Top 5 Romance Books of 2025 Revealed

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.

Stranger Things 5 Breaks Netflix Viewership Record

The final season of Stranger Things has become Netflix's biggest English-language debut ever, pulling in 59.6 million views in its first five days. Discover the details of this record-breaking premiere.

Best Translated Fiction of 2025: Essential Reads

Discover the top five translated novels of 2025, featuring Nobel laureate Han Kang's latest, a Nazi-era film epic, a Scandinavian septology, and vital stories from Iraq. Explore global literature.

IFS Warns Budget Tax Plans Are 'Fiscal Fiction'

The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Jeremy Hunt's budget relies on 'fiscal fiction' with unrealistic spending cuts and tax rises. Read the full analysis of the UK's financial outlook.

John Tottenham's Service: Grumpy Bookseller's Tale

John Tottenham's debut novel Service delivers a bitter black comedy about a cantankerous LA bookseller struggling with literary failure and annoying customers. Discover this unique comic voice.

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