Howard Jacobson's 'Howl': Jewish Despair in London
Howard Jacobson's latest novel 'Howl' delves into the tragicomic life of a Jewish headteacher grappling with antisemitism in Gaza-outraged London, blending humor with profound social commentary.
Howard Jacobson's latest novel 'Howl' delves into the tragicomic life of a Jewish headteacher grappling with antisemitism in Gaza-outraged London, blending humor with profound social commentary.
Margareta Magnusson, the Swedish author who popularized 'death cleaning' globally with her bestseller, has passed away at age 92. Her book transformed a Scandinavian practice into a worldwide phenomenon.
The London Book Fair concluded with major deals including Idris Elba's MI6 thriller, a surge in fantasy and romcom acquisitions, and urgent discussions on censorship and diversity in publishing.
A tribute to comedian Graeme Garden's birthday sparks joy in crossword puzzles, with solvers sharing feedback on themes and geographic clue deviations in cryptic crosswords.
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RecommendedAs Emerald Fennell's film sparks debate, we explore the pioneering brilliance of the Brontë siblings' work, ranking their novels from The Professor to Villette.
Author Salman Rushdie says he's exhausted by being seen as a symbol of free speech and wants to focus on his literary work after surviving a 2022 assassination attempt that left him blind in one eye.
The Guardian presents Sudoku 7,244, an easy-level logic puzzle requiring players to fill a 9x9 grid following standard Sudoku rules. Solutions are published in subsequent print editions.
A critical review of Sebastian Mallaby's biography of DeepMind founder Demis Hassabis, tracing his remarkable journey from child chess champion to Nobel-winning AI researcher.
Discover the Hyde Park Math Zine, a low-fi, hyper-local publication from Austin, Texas, offering fun math puzzles. Learn about its creation, community impact, and sample brain teasers.
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RecommendedA critical look at popular sayings like 'travel broadens the mind' reveals many are not universally true. Readers question proverbs and their validity in modern life.
Peter Jones, who died at 96, was a pivotal editor at PN Review and Carcanet Press, championing American poetry and leaving a lasting legacy in literary circles.
Writers protest AI copyright threats at London Book Fair, demanding protection as government reviews laws. Industry fears economic and creative harm from unlicensed AI use.
The Sudoku 7243 expert puzzle has captivated players worldwide with its intricate design and demanding logic, sparking discussions in online communities and puzzle forums.
Learn the unique rules of Killer Sudoku, where numbers in dotted-line shapes must sum to corner figures without repeats. Discover how to access solutions in the Guardian's print editions.
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RecommendedDiscover six compelling articles from the past week, featuring Louis Theroux's guarded interview, Apple's 50-year tech journey, and insights into generational conflicts and investigative journalism.
Test your knowledge with a fun quiz set by children, featuring questions on toilet inventors and the first global circumnavigator. Submit your own brainteasers for future editions.
Challenge yourself with this weekend's quiz covering topics from prime ministers to popes, featuring questions on literature, science, and film trivia.
Author Sarah Perry discusses her self-critical nature, losing a Cambridge place due to A-level results, and her desire to bring back Hilary Mantel in a revealing interview.
Tony Birch recalls how summer nights on a public housing rooftop in Melbourne fostered deep conversations and emotional openness among teenagers, transcending parental fears.
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RecommendedExplore the latest must-read science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels, featuring dystopian futures, magical realms, and chilling tales from top authors in 2026.
Booker-shortlisted author Daisy Johnson shares her reading memories, from childhood favorites to life-changing novels, revealing influences behind her work.
A review of Han Kang's prose collection 'Light and Thread,' exploring how it illuminates her novels like 'The Vegetarian' and 'Human Acts' with reflections on writing, poetry, and gardening.
Asako Yuzuki's novel 'Hooked' explores the intense friendship between two Tokyo women, blending black comedy with sharp political critiques on modern Japanese society.
Explore the intricacies of Sudoku 7240 Hard, a puzzle designed to test logic and patience. This article delves into solving strategies and the appeal of difficult puzzles for dedicated fans.
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RecommendedA new official BookTok chart will launch in the UK, combining retail sales data with TikTok engagement to rank the top 20 books monthly, highlighting the platform's growing influence on publishing.
Liz Allan's debut novel In Bloom follows four fatherless girls in a band in 1990s Australia, exploring friendship, abuse, and escape in a dark, grunge-infused narrative.
Dancer and poet Oluwaseun Olayiwola narrates his debut collection 'Strange Beach,' exploring themes of identity, family, and the body with warmth and passion.
Erin Vincent's new memoir Fourteen Ways of Looking offers a fragmented, poetic exploration of grief following her parents' death when she was fourteen, contrasting with her earlier straightforward account in Grief Girl.
A heartfelt exploration of the wisdom behind the phrase 'play it by ear,' revealing how this simple advice fosters resilience, adaptability, and joy in life's unpredictable moments.
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RecommendedThe Guardian's weekly Thursday quiz challenges readers with questions on general knowledge and topical news, offering a fun way to test awareness and stay informed.