Best Books of 2025: Guardian Critics' Must-Read Picks
Discover the must-read titles of 2025, from new novels by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and Ian McEwan to memoirs and prize-winning non-fiction. Browse the full list now.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fran Lebowitz's Hilarious Takes on Modern Life
Acclaimed author Fran Lebowitz shares her unfiltered opinions on everything from leaf blowers and hiking to dinner parties and contemporary novels in this exclusive interview.
Nuclear Winter Cartoon Reflects Contemporary Fears
Becky Barnicoat's latest Guardian cartoon explores preparing for nuclear winter with dark humour. Discover how art captures our deepest anxieties about global threats.
London Art Week: Exhibitions & Paula Rego's Dark Works
Explore London's vibrant art scene with exhibitions at Pace Gallery, V&A and more. Discover Paula Rego's macabre masterpieces and a 17th century still life masterpiece at the National Gallery.
Lachenmann's String Quartets: Quatuor Diotima's Mastery
Discover Quatuor Diotima's authoritative recordings of Helmut Lachenmann's groundbreaking string quartets, released for the composer's 90th birthday. Experience music that blurs noise and melody.
Evelyn Araluen's The Rot: Poetry of Colonial Truths
Explore Evelyn Araluen's award-winning poetry collection The Rot, a powerful examination of colonisation's legacy through fierce lyricism and tender truths. Discover this essential Australian voice.
McDonagh's Tales Inspired Rego's Dark Artistic Vision
Discover how playwright Martin McDonagh's disturbing stories triggered Paula Rego's most powerful works in a new London exhibition exploring their unique creative collaboration.
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.
Tala Madani's AI Art Exhibition in London
Iranian-American artist Tala Madani presents groundbreaking AI-themed exhibition at Pilar Corrias gallery, using scatological humour to challenge societal norms around motherhood and technology.
Art or Rubbish? The Sculptures Fooling Gallery Cleaners
Discover why artists like Hany Armanious and Gavin Turk create hyper-realistic sculptures of everyday trash, from bronze bin bags to marble loo rolls, challenging our perceptions of value in contemporary art.
Burrows' Poem 'Missing You' Examines Ageing Attitudes
Explore Miles Burrows' powerful poem 'Missing You' from his latest collection Slow Puncture, examining society's harsh treatment of the elderly through lunar metaphor. Discover this unique poetic voice.
Huddersfield Music Festival Opens with Bold Performances
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launched its 2025 programme with groundbreaking concerts featuring experimental works and world premieres. Discover the cutting-edge sounds reshaping British classical music.
Turner Winner Tony Cragg's London Art Exhibition
Turner Prize-winning sculptor Tony Cragg discusses his new London exhibition, embracing gallery selfie-takers, and his surprising love for British weather and humour.
Children's Book Roundup: New Picture Books & Novels
Discover the best new children's and YA books for Christmas, from heartwarming picture books to gripping teen thrillers. Find your next favourite read today!
Marking Time: Nico Muhly's Brilliant Dance Night
A triumphant return for Sadler's Wells' postponed Composer series. Three choreographers respond to Nico Muhly's vivid scores in an unforgettable night of dance. Book now!
Bridget Riley's Optical Art Mesmerises at Turner Contemporary
Experience the mesmerising optical art of Bridget Riley at Turner Contemporary, Margate. This review explores how her mastery of colour and perception creates an unforgettable sensory journey. Plan your visit before 4 May.
UK Novelists Fear AI Replacement, Study Reveals
Cambridge study finds 51% of UK novelists believe AI could replace their work, with many reporting income decline due to unauthorised AI training.
Harold Offeh: Desire, Despondency and Disco Divas
Explore Harold Offeh's compelling exhibition at Kettle's Yard Cambridge, where performance art meets social commentary through disco, drag and vulnerability. On until 1 March.
Nico Muhly's Marking Time Premieres at Sadler's Wells
Composer Nico Muhly unveils 'Marking Time' at Sadler's Wells, a groundbreaking collaboration with four choreographers exploring musical time perception. Discover this innovative performance.
Steve Pyke's portraits of great Irish writers revealed
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.
Ranking Salman Rushdie's 10 Best Literary Works
Explore our definitive ranking of Salman Rushdie's greatest books, from his Booker Prize-winning masterpiece to his powerful recent memoir. Discover the essential reads from one of Britain's most celebrated authors.
Akram Khan's Final Tour: Collaborators on His Genius
As Akram Khan Company presents its last touring show Thikra: Night of Remembering, Danny Boyle, Hanif Kureishi and other collaborators share intimate stories about working with the dance visionary.
Minne Fry: Abstract Artist's 60-Year Career
Celebrating the remarkable life and career of abstract artist Minne Fry, whose work spanned six decades and earned critical acclaim in London and beyond. Discover her artistic journey.
Justin Peck's Royal Ballet Debut in Pictures
Explore Justin Peck's groundbreaking Royal Ballet premiere through stunning visuals. Witness how the New York choreographer transforms classical ballet with contemporary energy.
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