Chris Boffey, veteran Fleet Street journalist who worked at the Sun, Sunday Telegraph and Observer, has died aged 74. Known for his unique newsroom rules and remarkable career spanning war zones to government.
Cartoonist Tom Gould reimagines Emily Brontë's classic Wuthering Heights in a witty modern satire, blending literary critique with visual humor in a Guardian feature.
Fantasy literature is not mere escapism but a vital cultural form reflecting human psyche and modern disenchantment, with authors like Tolkien and Le Guin shaping its depth.
As reading targets surge online, influencers and authors debate whether metrics enhance or undermine the joy of books. With UK literacy rates declining, can goals foster discipline or do they risk turning a solitary pleasure into a competitive numbers gam
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A review of recent crime and thriller novels, including Jennie Godfrey's 'The Barbecue at No 9' set during Live Aid, MK Oliver's dark comedy, and Alex Preston's spy tale on Corfu.
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Bulgarian author Georgi Gospodinov reveals how Jorge Luis Borges' work provided him with a liberating sense of creative freedom, shaping his acclaimed novels and literary approach.
Sean Gilbert's debut novel 'I'll Be the Monster' follows a troubled London couple whose perfect facade hides violent secrets, with a tense reunion in Istanbul unraveling their dark past.
Melvyn Bragg's latest memoir 'Another World' explores his Oxford University years in the late 1950s, navigating class divides, cultural shifts, and personal growth during Britain's transformative era.
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A special crossword puzzle pays tribute to Graeme Garden, featuring witty clues and references to his career in comedy and television, celebrating his legacy.
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Amy Jeffs and Gwen Burns revive ancient British ballads in Old Songs, a collection of interconnected short stories exploring love, death, and magic with warmth and menace.
John Morrissey's debut novel Bird Deity uses alien planet setting to critique colonial extraction, violence, and alienation in a bleak yet hopeful science fiction narrative.
A review of John Yorke's 'Trip to the Moon' argues the storytelling handbook is poorly edited and lacks clarity, despite its ambitious narrative insights for writers and creators.
Deepa Anappara's second novel The Last of Earth follows 19th-century explorers in forbidden Tibet, examining colonial history through perilous journeys and alternating perspectives.
The 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.
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Maria Stepanova's novel, written in exile after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, blends autofiction with fable to explore identity, guilt, and escape in a poetic narrative.
Namwali Serpell's 'On Morrison' delivers a comprehensive critical examination of Toni Morrison's literary oeuvre, focusing on narrative techniques and craft rather than biography or inspirational quotes.
Lionel Fogarty, the acclaimed Yugambeh poet and activist, has passed away, leaving behind 16 poetry collections and a profound impact on Aboriginal literature and social justice movements worldwide.
Sophie Ward's ambitious novel 'Our Better Natures' intertwines three women's stories to explore justice and power in 1970s America, featuring Andrea Dworkin and Muriel Rukeyser.
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A review of Gisèle Pelicot's memoir 'A Hymn to Life,' detailing her survival of spousal abuse and transformation into a powerful public figure.
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As her Women's Prize-winning novel Hamnet heads to the Oscars, we rank Maggie O'Farrell's best works, exploring tales of love, loss, and motherhood across her acclaimed career.
A review of Sean Farrell's novel 'Frogs for Watchdogs,' which delves into themes of boyhood, identity, and personal growth in a compelling narrative.
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