Kickstart your 2026 reading with our guide to January's essential books, including the final work from Julian Barnes, a troubling look at Arctic geopolitics, and a secret history of British hotels. Discover your next great read.
Explore stunning new releases from the Mail Bookshop, featuring Cher's iconic career, Cartier's timeless jewels, and breathtaking wildlife photography. Discover your next coffee table centrepiece.
An advice columnist offers creative solutions for parents whose voracious young readers dismiss books based on cover art. Discover how to nurture a love of reading without making it a chore.
A man's life descends into a real-life horror story after buying a second-hand book containing mysterious photos. He reports unexplained knocks, smells, and apparitions. Read the chilling account.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld captures the modern dilemma of online book shopping in his latest witty illustration. Discover the humour in digital book browsing today!
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.
A pristine 1939 Superman No. 1 comic discovered in an attic has sold for a record-breaking £7.2 million, becoming the most valuable comic book in history. Discover the full story.
The Department for Education faces a backlash for a 'tone deaf' social media post boasting of Labour's school achievements. Critics call it condescending and out of touch. Read the full story.
Jadon Sancho is set to leave Manchester United as a free agent, with Turkish giants in secret talks. Discover the latest on his Aston Villa loan and future.
The UK government is set to ban ticket reselling for profit in live events, capping prices at face value. This major move aims to protect sports and music fans from exploitative touts and bots.
Olivia Laing's novel set in 1970s Italian cinema world offers glossy aesthetics but lacks substance. Explore our review of this beautifully shallow work.
As Sarah Jessica Parker judges the Booker Prize, we examine whether celebrity book clubs genuinely promote reading or simply feed fame. Read our analysis.
The PFA threatens to sue the Premier League over a proposed 'salary cap' system. Manchester clubs warn it could destroy the league's global status. Key vote scheduled for November 21.
An investigation reveals how top football clubs are commercialising childhood dreams, with matchday mascot packages costing families up to £1,000, raising questions about accessibility and tradition.
Discover how a new wave of youth chess clubs in London and Birmingham is creating vibrant communities, boosting mental skills, and attracting diverse young players away from screens.
The Emirates FA Cup fourth round draw has delivered thrilling fixtures including Premier League showdowns and potential giant-killings as lower league clubs dream of cup glory.
The Emirates FA Cup second round draw has been confirmed, setting up thrilling ties between football's underdogs and established clubs. Discover which non-league sides could secure a dream third-round match against Premier League opposition.
Exclusive: Chelsea are preparing an audacious summer swoop for Crystal Palace's Michael Olise AND Marc Guéhi in a deal that could reshape both London clubs.
Exclusive: Djed Spence's Tottenham nightmare could end with London derby switch as Chelsea emerge as surprise contenders for defender, while Brentford's Thomas Frank monitors situation closely.
Premier League club Nottingham Forest extends financial lifeline to matchday and casual staff amid ongoing financial challenges, demonstrating remarkable community spirit.
Discover how philosopher Mark Rowlands presents a revolutionary perspective on eternal life through the power of memory and narrative in his compelling new work.
Exclusive investigation reveals NATO troops in Eastern Europe face strict new rules banning visits to gentlemen's clubs and brothels after security breaches and misconduct scandals threaten alliance operations.
The Emirates FA Cup second round draw has been confirmed, setting up thrilling ties for non-league heroes and Football League clubs. Discover all the fixtures as the road to Wembley continues.
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
Miguel Delaney's groundbreaking book 'States of Play' has claimed the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year award, exploring football's intricate relationship with geopolitics and power.
A wealthy businessman has launched a High Court lawsuit against his prestigious golf club after being banned from dining facilities over his dietary supplement company activities.
Former US President Donald Trump presented Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with an extraordinary personalised golf putter during their famous summit, revealing new details about their unique political friendship through the sport of kings.
Exclusive: Labour's Lisa Nandy warns of 'broken promises' as historic Sheffield Wednesday faces financial collapse, demanding immediate government intervention through new football regulator powers.
Relive Liverpool's dramatic Europa League victory in Germany and Chelsea's youth revolution as their teenage stars demolish Ajax in spectacular fashion.