Finding Hope in Addiction Memoirs After a Father's Loss
After losing her father to alcoholism, author Sophie Calon found clarity and connection in memoirs of recovery. Discover the power of these stories to break cycles and offer hope.
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Becky Barnicoat cartoon captures winter walk family chaos
A new cartoon by Becky Barnicoat perfectly skewers the epic struggle of getting children ready for a winter walk. Discover the humour in the pre-outdoor chaos.
Six Great Weekend Reads: Art, Politics & Health
Discover six brilliant articles from the past week, covering Donald Trump's Greenland strategy, prison violence, a forgotten artist's influence on Mondrian, the health benefits of friendship, a hit gay TV drama, and George Saunders' new work.
Sudoku 7179: Expert Puzzle Challenges UK Solvers
The latest expert-level Sudoku puzzle, number 7179, is proving a formidable challenge. Discover the strategies and logic needed to conquer this brain-teaser. Can you solve it?
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Guardian Publishes Killer Sudoku Puzzle 1,005
The Guardian releases its latest Killer Sudoku puzzle, number 1,005, blending classic rules with arithmetic challenges. Solve it now and find the solution in the next print edition.
Guardian corrects errors in drama, crossword, and FA Cup report
The Guardian has published a series of corrections, addressing a misnamed drama, a historical date error in a crossword, and a mistaken penalty attribution in the FA Cup final. Read the full list of clarifications.
Author's decade of poverty exposes publishing's harsh reality
An anonymous novelist details earning just £1,500 in ten years, comparing the publishing industry's lack of workers' rights to a 'rogue' operation. Read their stark account of artistic poverty.
Top Paperbacks for January: Essential Reading Picks
Discover the must-read paperbacks for January, featuring powerful memoirs from Jason Allen-Paisant and Edmund White, new fiction from Anne Tyler, and insightful psychology from Daniel Levitin. Find your next great read.
Review: Madeleine Gray's 'Chosen Family' Explores Queer Identity
Madeleine Gray's new novel 'Chosen Family' is a sharp, funny exploration of female friendship, queer identity, and modern parenthood. Discover the story of Nell and Eve.
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Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 cancelled amid boycott
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has been scrapped following a mass author boycott and board resignations, sparked by a dispute over Palestinian Australian writer Randa Abdel-Fattah. Explore the fallout and looming defamation case.
Tackling The Guardian's Hard Sudoku 7176
Dive into the details of The Guardian's notoriously hard Sudoku 7176 from January 2026. Discover solving strategies and why this puzzle tests even the most seasoned logic fans. Can you crack it?
Guy Venables' Metro Cartoon Published 15 January 2026
The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables was published and updated on 15 January 2026. Discover the details and how to order a print. Read more now.
Claire Foy Stars in 'H is for Hawk' Film Adaptation
As Claire Foy brings Helen Macdonald's memoir to screen, the original audiobook remains a soaring exploration of grief and nature. Discover the story behind the phenomenon.
Thursday News Quiz No. 230: A New Visual Era Begins
The Guardian's Thursday news quiz enters a new chapter with whimsical illustrations by Anaïs Mims, following Willow the quiz dog's retirement. Test your topical news and pop culture knowledge now.
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Adelaide Writers' Week embroiled in free speech row
New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman claims he was disinvited from the 2024 Adelaide Writers' Week, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and censorship. Explore the deepening controversy.
Inside the Ozempic Revolution: Aimee Donnellan's New Book
Reuters journalist Aimee Donnellan's book 'Off the Scales' offers a deep dive into the GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, their social impact, and the science behind them. Read our review.
Adelaide Festival Apologises to Randa Abdel-Fattah
The Adelaide Festival board issues a public apology to writer Randa Abdel-Fattah and invites her to 2027 Writers' Week after a free speech controversy. Read the full story.
Tackling the Guardian's Hard Sudoku 7175
Dive into the intricate details of The Guardian's notoriously hard Sudoku 7175. Discover solving strategies and the mental challenge posed by this classic number puzzle. Can you crack it?
12 Tips to Read More Books and Hit Your Goals
Discover 12 practical strategies, from using an e-reader to joining a book club, that will help you read more books and finally clear your to-read list. Start your reading journey today!
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Crime Writers: The Perfect Traitors Contestants
Crime novelist Erin Kelly explores why authors like Harriet Tyce excel on BBC's The Traitors, from courtroom skills to masterful misdirection. Discover the link between writing thrillers and surviving the castle.
Griffiths' Memoir on Loss, Rushdie Attack & Healing
Poet Rachel Eliza Griffiths' powerful memoir 'The Flower Bearers' explores profound loss, her marriage to Salman Rushdie, and the trauma of his attempted murder. A story of survival and sisterhood.
Jennette McCurdy's 'Half His Age' - A Bleak, Funny Triumph
Jennette McCurdy follows her bestselling memoir with a darkly comic fiction debut, 'Half His Age', dissecting family trauma and a toxic student-teacher affair. A masterclass in unpicking psychological wounds.
Karen Palmer's Escape from Abuse and Family Reinvention
Karen Palmer fled her abusive ex-husband in 1989, taking her two daughters and creating new identities in a 'DIY witness protection' scheme. Her memoir reveals the decades of fear and ultimate survival.
Tackle Sudoku 7174: A Medium-Level Brain Teaser
Ready for a mental workout? Dive into Sudoku 7174, a perfectly balanced medium-difficulty puzzle designed to engage and sharpen your logic skills. Can you solve it?
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Nero Book Awards 2024 Winners Announced
Benjamin Wood wins fiction prize for 'Seascraper', Sarah Perry takes nonfiction for 'Death of an Ordinary Man'. Discover the full list of winners and shortlists for the prestigious UK book awards.
Adelaide Writers' Week branded 'cultural vandalism'
Former festival director Louise Adler slams governance as 'cultural vandalism'. Plus, author Craig Silvey's promotions halted and Victoria's premier faces fire-hit community anger.
National Year of Reading Launches to Boost Child Literacy
England captain Leah Williamson and author Richard Osman back the 'Go All In' campaign to reverse the sharp decline in reading for pleasure among UK children. Join the national mission.
Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offences
Australian author Craig Silvey, known for 'Jasper Jones', faces charges of possessing and distributing child exploitation material. He was granted bail and will return to court next month.
Pérez-Reverte attacks Spanish Royal Academy over language
Acclaimed novelist Arturo Pérez-Reverte accuses the Spanish Royal Academy of abandoning its mission, claiming social media influencers now hold more sway over language than literary giants. Discover the full critique.
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Jasper Jones author Craig Silvey charged with child sex crimes
Australian author Craig Silvey, famed for 'Jasper Jones', faces court charged with possessing and distributing child exploitation material. Bail granted with strict conditions.
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