Dan Simmons, the prolific author known for his genre-spanning works including the Hyperion Cantos and The Terror, has passed away at age 77. His career spanned horror, science fiction, and historical thrillers.
A new look at Sylvia Plath's transformative period in the early 1960s, as she balanced domesticity with poetic ambition, ahead of a complete poetry collection release.
Backstory in Balham has been named London Independent Bookshop of the Year at The British Book Awards 2026. The unique venue combines bookselling with a bar and community events, challenging online giants with personalized service.
Publisher Hachette cancels US release and withdraws UK edition of horror novel 'Shy Girl' by Mia Ballard following online speculation about AI-generated content.
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Readers Henry Sherman and Phil Coughlin reflect on the humor and skill of Len Deighton, author of The Ipcress File, following his death at age 97, highlighting his iconic London settings and witty dialogue.
The Guardian presents Sudoku puzzle 7,251 at expert level, with instructions to fill rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes with numbers 1-9. Solutions are available in upcoming print editions.
The Guardian presents Killer Sudoku 1014, featuring unique dotted-line shapes where numbers must sum to corner figures without repetition. Access the print version for solutions.
Discover six compelling stories from the past week, including Elon Musk's Doge project, the 'alpine divorce' trend, and insights from Hollywood body doubles.
Explore a trivia challenge linking music icons, historical facts, and natural wonders. Discover answers about IKEA's bestseller, Angela Merkel's early role, and more.
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Test your knowledge with five multiple-choice questions set by children, and learn fun facts like the origin of 'pinkie' and global lion populations.
Acclaimed author Colm Tóibín reveals how Donald Trump's presidency inspired his latest story collection, exploring immigration fears and the creative process behind turning real-world tensions into fiction.
Dive into Jennie Godfrey's gripping audiobook 'The Barbecue at No 9,' where family tensions and hidden truths simmer during the 1985 Live Aid concert. Featuring a star-studded cast including Gemma Whelan and Stephen Mangan, this multi-voiced tale blends m
PEN America announces the 2026 World Voices festival in New York and Los Angeles, featuring Judith Butler and Bill McKibben, after the 2024 event was cancelled due to controversy over the Israel-Gaza war.
Margareta Magnusson, who popularized the concept of 'death cleaning' through her international bestseller, has passed away at age 92. The Swedish artist and author inspired a global movement.
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The Guardian offers a daily hard Sudoku puzzle, number 7,248, with solutions available in print editions. Complete the grid by filling rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes with numbers 1 to 9.
Ibram X Kendi's new book 'Chain of Ideas' offers a meticulous 500-page analysis of the 'great replacement theory,' tracing its roots and impact on global authoritarian politics, with insights into modern right-wing strategies.
Debut author Florence Knapp shares her reading journey, from childhood memories of Charlotte's Web to adult admiration for Maya Angelou and Claire Keegan, revealing how books shaped her writing.
Ted Booth, a poet and lecturer at Hornsey College of Art, has died aged 87. He published five poetry volumes and was a dedicated mountaineer, conquering over 400 peaks.
A review roundup of recent crime and thriller novels, including Christie Watson's 'Killing Me Softly' set in an under-resourced A&E department, exploring policy failures and character dynamics.
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Author Raynor Winn published a book under a pseudonym in 2012, years before her acclaimed memoir The Salt Path, despite describing it as her debut. The revelation comes amid ongoing controversies over the memoir's authenticity.
Six writers, including Derek Owusu and Seán Hewitt, are finalists for the £20,000 Dylan Thomas Prize, celebrating fiction by authors under 39. The shortlist features novels and poetry collections exploring themes of love, mental health, and identity.
The Guardian presents Sudoku puzzle number 7,247, a hard-level challenge requiring players to fill a grid with numbers 1 to 9 in rows, columns, and 3x3 boxes. Solutions are available in subsequent print editions.
Emily Hawworth-Booth's debut novel Mare delves into a woman's profound connection with a horse, weaving themes of childlessness, creativity, and care in a deeply moving narrative.
Australian author Eva Hornung's eighth novel, 'The Minstrels,' is an ambitious rural drama tackling climate crisis and First Nations dispossession with dazzling prose.
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The £10,000 Climate Fiction Prize reveals its six finalists for 2026, featuring authors like Madeleine Thien and Robbie Arnott, with novels exploring climate crisis themes from flooding to AI.
A review of Kiran Millwood Hargrave's novel 'Almost Life,' exploring a decades-spanning queer romance between two women, delving into love, choices, and societal shifts.
Early editions of classic children's books like The Hobbit and Alice in Wonderland can fetch thousands at auction. Learn which titles to check before donating.
Philosopher Jürgen Habermas, who died at 96, championed communicative reason and discourse ethics, challenging caricatures of consensus-seeking liberalism with a radical vision for social democracy.
A heartwarming photograph of chess players in Turkey brings light to dark times, as readers share thoughts on measurements, nuclear weapons, and more in the Guardian's letters section.
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Julie Pritchard, founder of the iconic Nottingham Forest fanzine Brian and a trailblazer in football journalism, has passed away at age 59 after battling bowel cancer.
