Guardian Writers Share Their Year's Biggest Lessons
Discover the surprising insights and hard-won wisdom Guardian journalists have gained over the past year, from navigating AI challenges to maintaining journalistic integrity in turbulent times.
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George R.R. Martin's Winds of Winter Update Revealed
Exclusive insights from George R.R. Martin on the long-awaited Winds of Winter progress, writing challenges, and why the ending won't match the TV series.
Hollinghurst champions forgotten writer Denton Welch
Booker Prize-winning author Alan Hollinghurst spearheads the revival of Denton Welch's extraordinary work, revealing how the tragic writer's legacy continues to influence contemporary literature decades after his untimely death.
Tom Gauld reveals where writers really get their ideas
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld's latest work for The Guardian brilliantly exposes the real sources of literary inspiration, from everyday distractions to desperate deadlines.
Stephanie Garber Takes Writing Hiatus For Health
The acclaimed Once Upon a Broken Heart author reveals she's taking an indefinite break from writing to focus on her health, leaving fans both concerned and supportive.
Vintage Typewriter Revolutionises Modern Creativity
Discover how a 70-year-old typewriter is challenging digital norms and unlocking unexpected creative genius in writers, artists, and thinkers across Britain.
5 CV Blunders That Cost You Dream Jobs
Career specialists uncover the most common CV mistakes that instantly turn off employers and share simple fixes to make your application stand out in today's competitive job market.
Sally Wainwright: Secrets of TV Writing Genius
Acclaimed British screenwriter Sally Wainwright opens up about her creative process, character development, and the journey behind creating groundbreaking television dramas that have captivated audiences worldwide.
Ballet Review So Good You Can Feel Every Movement
Discover how a groundbreaking ballet review in The Guardian transcends traditional criticism, creating a sensory experience that allows readers to physically feel the performance through masterful writing.
Lawrence Burney's raw portrait of Baltimore
Guardian US features writer Lawrence Burney delivers a powerful, intimate exploration of Baltimore's cultural identity, rejecting nostalgic yearning for honest storytelling that captures the city's complex reality.
My unexpected bond with local jackdaws
Discover the heartwarming story of a countryside dweller's extraordinary relationship with a family of wild jackdaws, revealing the surprising intelligence and personality of these often-overlooked corvids.
Goldsmiths Prize 2025 Shortlist Reveals Literary Stars
The prestigious Goldsmiths Prize unveils its 2025 shortlist, featuring literary stars Sarah Hall and Charlie Porter among six exceptional works celebrating innovation in fiction.
Trent Dalton's 'Gravity Let Me Go' Fails to Soar
Acclaimed Australian author Trent Dalton's latest novel, 'Gravity Let Me Go,' struggles under the weight of its own ambitions. Our review examines why this much-anticipated crime caper has disappointed critics with its crude humour and narrative flaws.
Elizabeth Day's 'One of Us' exposes Tory MPs' inner lives
Elizabeth Day's explosive new novel 'One of Us' pulls back the curtain on the private lives, ambitions and moral compromises of Conservative politicians in Westminster's corridors of power.
Baillie Gifford Prize Shortlist Reveals Historical Gems
The prestigious £50,000 nonfiction award features six extraordinary books exploring everything from medieval sexuality to pirate adventures, showcasing the remarkable diversity of contemporary historical writing.
Young Nature Writers Shine in Guardian's Country Diary
Discover how The Guardian's Young Country Diary competition is nurturing Britain's future nature writers and environmental champions through heartfelt wildlife observations
Colwill Brown wins BBC Short Story Award 2025
Yorkshire author Colwill Brown wins prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2025 for 'You Cannot Thread a Moving Needle,' celebrated for its authentic regional dialect and emotional depth.
AI vs Human Writers: The Em Dash Battle
Professional writers face an existential threat as AI increasingly mimics their distinctive stylistic choices, including the beloved em dash, raising questions about creativity and livelihood in the digital age.
Woody Allen's First Novel Divides Critics
The filmmaker's debut novel, a philosophical tale of a man's search for meaning, receives a mixed reception from critics who question its literary merits.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Six Novels Compete
The Booker Prize judges have revealed the six novels competing for the 2025 award, featuring a diverse mix of established authors and emerging voices in contemporary fiction.
The Bear Writer Reveals Financial Struggle Post-Emmy Win
Emmy-winning The Bear writer Alex O'Keefe reveals his financial struggles despite the show's success, highlighting systemic payment issues in the streaming industry.
Bridget Jones born from author's own insecurity
The iconic author confesses the deeply personal and relatable anxieties that sparked the creation of the beloved literary and cinematic heroine, Bridget Jones.
Woody Allen's Divisive New Novel: Apropos of Nothing
Renowned filmmaker Woody Allen ventures into literature with his debut novel, 'Apropos of Nothing', sparking fresh debate and offering an unfiltered glimpse into his controversial life and career.
Richard Beard's Novel Reimagines Alan Turing's Life
Acclaimed author Richard Beard unveils his groundbreaking novel 'Universal Turing Machine', a profound exploration of Alan Turing's life and legacy that challenges conventional biography through speculative fiction.
Abi Daré Wins Climate Fiction Prize for New Sequel
Nigerian author Abi Daré secures the inaugural Climate Fiction Prize for her upcoming novel, 'The Girl Who Fought The Wind', a powerful sequel exploring climate justice in Lagos.
Herschel Novel Duffle Tech Weekender Bag Review
Our in-depth review of the Herschel Novel Duffle Tech Weekender bag. Discover its innovative tech compartments, durable design, and whether it's the perfect travel solution for British commuters and weekend adventurers.
Tom Cox's Folk-Horror Masterpiece: The UK's State of the Nation Novel
Discover why Tom Cox's folk-horror masterpiece, 'Everything Will Swallow You', is being hailed as the most perceptive and unsettling state of the nation novel of our times. A review of the cosy catastrophe that holds a dark mirror to modern Britain.
Visionary Theatre Director Derek Purnell Dies at 85
Celebrated British theatre director Derek Purnell, who revolutionised regional theatre and championed new writing, has passed away at 85. Remembering his monumental legacy.
The Holiday: T.M. Logan's Bestseller Becomes Channel 5 Thriller
The gripping novel 'The Holiday' by T.M. Logan is being adapted into a major four-part thriller series for Channel 5, promising sun-drenched tension and family secrets.
McEwan's Scathing Indictment of Modern Liberalism
Ian McEwan's provocative new novel, 'What We Can Know', delivers a powerful critique of contemporary liberal thought, exploring its intellectual fragility and moral failings through a gripping narrative of a family in crisis.
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