Tom Gauld's Best Conspiracy Books of 2025
Cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals his illustrated guide to the most intriguing conspiracy theory books of 2025. Discover the must-read titles and hidden narratives shaping this year's literary underground.
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Melbourne's $500k AI Comedy Robot Experiment
A University of Melbourne researcher is using a $500k grant to teach a swarm of 10 robots standup comedy, starting with non-verbal humour. Can AI ever be genuinely funny?
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.
Becky Barnicoat's 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts
Cartoonist Becky Barnicoat predicts the festive season's most overused tropes in her 2025 Christmas Cliche Charts. Discover the satire that defines modern holiday culture.
Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree's Funny X Account
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.
Guardian's November Book Recommendations from Authors & Readers
Discover the books captivating authors like Geoff Dyer and Guardian readers this November. From literary fiction to searing essays, find your next great read. Dive into the full list now.
Reader's Plea: A Resident Evil Comedy Game
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Sandi Toksvig's Riviera Rail Trip: A Literary Tour
Join Sandi Toksvig on her delightful Channel 4 rail adventure along the French Riviera, exploring literary history and stunning coastal scenery. Don't miss this bibliophile's dream journey!
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.
James Joyce and Sylvia Plath's hidden hardship revealed
Newly uncovered Royal Literary Fund case files expose financial struggles of famous authors including James Joyce and Doris Lessing through personal letters and documents.
Tessa Hadley Reveals Her Literary Influences
Acclaimed author Tessa Hadley shares her reading journey from childhood favourites to discovering Anita Brookner and Tolstoy's timeless wisdom. Discover her literary influences.
£15k Fiction Prize for Refugee Writers Launches
A new £15,000 fiction award and publishing deal seeks to uncover literary voices from refugee and migrant backgrounds in the UK and Ireland. Submit your work by 13 February.
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.
Guardian's Corrections Column: Hidden Journalism Gem
Discover why readers treasure the Guardian's Corrections column, featuring political humour, real ale wit, and amusing nominative determinism stories from across Britain.
AI doesn't understand puns, UK research finds
New research from UK and Italian universities reveals AI's poor grasp of humour. Discover why large language models struggle with puns and cultural nuance. Read the full study.
Tom Gauld's Cartoon on Librarians vs Booksellers
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld explores the humorous divide between librarians and booksellers in his latest Guardian cartoon. Discover the subtle battle for literary hearts and minds.
Chekhov's Funny Side Uncovered in New Translations
Newly translated Chekhov stories reveal the Russian writer's playful humour and early literary struggles. Discover the man behind the classics in these fresh translations.
Marital book club battle spans six years
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.
Crime Writer Sophie Hannah's Literary Journey Revealed
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.
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.
Alameddine Wins National Book Award 2025
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.
The Dinner Party: A Formidable Debut Novel Review
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.
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.
Observer Journalist Rachel Cooke Dies at 56
Celebrated Observer journalist Rachel Cooke has died from ovarian cancer. Read about her remarkable 24-year career in books, food, and interviews.
John Updike: A Life in Letters Explored
Explore John Updike's remarkable correspondence spanning 60 years, revealing his literary genius, personal struggles, and enduring legacy in American literature.
Booker Winner 'Flesh' Ignites Masculinity Debate
David Szalay's Booker-winning novel 'Flesh' sparks crucial debate about modern masculinity, toxic male behaviour, and its reflection in contemporary UK literature.
Tom Gauld's Booker Prize Cartoon Captures Author Pain
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 on Grudges and Memoir Writing
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.
Lunch date mix-up leads to all-day cooking marathon
A couple's carefully planned lunch turns into a comedy of errors when guests fail to show. Discover how a simple misunderstanding about meal times led to an entire day in the kitchen.
Cartoon Captures Third Trimester Inelegance
Edith Pritchett's latest cartoon perfectly captures the humorous realities of late pregnancy. Discover the universal truths about the third trimester experience.
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