For six years, Guardian columnist Tim Dowling has been the only man in his wife's book club. Now she sees her chance to finally remove him. Discover the hilarious marital standoff over literary insights and fine cheeses.
Discover crime writer Sophie Hannah's reading journey from Enid Blyton to Agatha Christie, and how Frances Farmer's memoir changed her perspective. Explore her favourite comfort reads and writing inspirations.
Cambridge study finds 51% of UK novelists believe AI could replace their work, with many reporting income decline due to unauthorised AI training.
Rabih Alameddine wins National Book Award for fiction with powerful speech addressing Gaza crisis and US immigration. Read the full story about this politically charged ceremony.
Explore our review of Viola van de Sandt's visceral debut, The Dinner Party, where a tense soirée spirals into horror. A must-read for literary fiction fans.
British photographer Steve Pyke captures Ireland's literary giants in intimate portraits. Discover the stories behind Seamus Heaney, Edna O'Brien and contemporary voices in this unique collection.
Celebrated Observer journalist Rachel Cooke has died from ovarian cancer. Read about her remarkable 24-year career in books, food, and interviews.
Explore John Updike's remarkable correspondence spanning 60 years, revealing his literary genius, personal struggles, and enduring legacy in American literature.
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel 'Flesh' sparks crucial debate about modern masculinity, toxic male behaviour, and its reflection in contemporary UK literature.
Cartoonist Tom Gauld perfectly captures the author experience of missing out on the Booker Prize shortlist. Discover his witty take on literary disappointment.
Margaret Atwood's new memoir 'Book of Lives' explores the art of holding grudges and delayed vengeance in today's therapy-focused culture. Discover why forgiveness isn't always necessary.
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel Flesh breaks from female-dominated literary trends, exploring masculinity through a Hungarian immigrant's journey. Discover how it challenges contemporary fiction norms.
As Sarah Jessica Parker joins Booker Prize judging, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply offer style over substance.
Andrew Gallix's debut novel Loren Ipsum delivers a chronically funny satire of contemporary literary culture, blending word games and grisly murders in Paris. Discover this cult classic.
Explore how China extends thought control beyond its borders through surveillance tactics, revealed in the case of a Tibetan NY police officer facing spying charges. Read the investigation.
A devastating election night for Republicans reveals deep voter anxiety over affordability issues, with Trump's influence failing to counter economic concerns.
Tesla billionaire Elon Musk is making strategic moves to influence Britain's political landscape, backing right-wing voices and policies in what experts call a concerning trend of billionaire political interference.
Sky News analysis reveals Elon Musk's growing influence on British politics as his social media platform X becomes a powerful megaphone for right-wing voices and policies.
Elon Musk's transformation of Twitter into X is creating seismic shifts in UK political discourse, providing an unprecedented platform for right-wing voices and challenging traditional media dominance.
In a stunning literary upset, CD Rose's experimental novel 'The Blind Accordionist' has claimed the 2025 Goldsmiths Prize, celebrating innovation in British fiction and challenging conventional storytelling.
Celebrated British novelist Alan Hollinghurst receives the distinguished David Cohen Prize for Literature, recognising his exceptional lifetime contribution to writing.
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe wins the 2025 Jilly Cooper Comedy Women in Print Prize for her novel 'Weirdo', celebrating female comedic talent in literature.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK television continues to normalise strangulation despite porn regulations, raising concerns about violence against women.
Counter-terrorism authorities are investigating allegations that a British university suspended sensitive research following pressure from Chinese officials, raising serious concerns about academic freedom and foreign influence.
Discover how Eireann Lorsung's latest poem 'Simile' masterfully weaves together themes of memory, relationship, and the natural world in this week's featured poetry analysis.
Acclaimed author John Irving returns with Queen Esther, but this long-awaited companion novel to The Cider House Rules disappoints with convoluted plotting and uncharacteristic flaws.
Literary icon Margaret Atwood's long-awaited autobiography 'The Book of Lives' delivers a breathtaking journey through her extraordinary life and career, offering unprecedented insight into the mind behind The Handmaid's Tale.
Exclusive investigation reveals how a leading British university suspended human rights research about China following intense pressure from Beijing, raising serious questions about academic freedom.
The Guardian mourns the loss of Richard Gott, its former literary editor and Latin America correspondent, who has died at 84, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking journalism and historical scholarship.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld unveils a touching visual eulogy exploring the silent stories left behind on a late great author's desk in his latest Guardian cartoon.