Val McDermid on winter as her creative season
Scottish crime writer Val McDermid reveals why winter is her 'chosen season of creativity' and shares her unique writing process. Discover how she crafts her bestselling thrillers.
Scottish crime writer Val McDermid reveals why winter is her 'chosen season of creativity' and shares her unique writing process. Discover how she crafts her bestselling thrillers.
A disturbing report from the University of Cambridge reveals AI could replace human authors, threatening genres like romance and crime. Discover the risks to UK literature.
Author CD Rose has claimed the prestigious 2025 Goldsmiths Prize for his boundary-pushing novel 'The Blind Accordionist', celebrating fiction that breaks the mould and propels the novel into new territories.
Discover how relocating just one mile away revealed surprising ecological discoveries and transformed a writer's relationship with the natural world in this captivating country diary.
Exclusive: Veteran Coronation Street writer fumes over dramatic changes to the beloved soap, warning loyal fans won't recognise their favourite show much longer.
The Duchess of York finds creative inspiration overseas as her latest literary work captures hearts, marking a fresh start away from UK scrutiny while continuing her passion for storytelling.
Jonathan Van Ness addresses Ozempic rumours and shares personal health journey in candid discussion about body image and public scrutiny.
The Booker Prize-winning author reveals how she continued writing amid profound personal loss in an emotional extract from her forthcoming memoir.
Netflix's The Witcher adaptation is reportedly planning to explore Ciri's queer sexuality, a storyline element directly inspired by Andrzej Sapkowski's original book series that many fans may have missed.
Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness addresses body transformation rumours and denies using diabetes medication Ozempic for weight loss in exclusive interview.
The Duchess of York reveals how her passion for historical fiction provided crucial escape and strength during her devastating cancer diagnosis and treatment journey.
Beloved War Horse author Michael Morpurgo shares invaluable writing wisdom and life lessons during intimate book signing, encouraging children to embrace storytelling and perseverance.
Leading publisher Bloomsbury reveals how artificial intelligence is transforming the creative process for authors, helping overcome creative hurdles while raising questions about literature's future.
Discover how a childhood plagued by night terrors inspired Caitlin Blackwell Baines' terrifying new guide 'How To Build A Haunted House' - a must-read for horror enthusiasts this Halloween season.
Acclaimed fantasy author Tigest Girma reveals how her daily walks through London's landscapes inspire her bestselling novels and creative process in exclusive interview.
As Westminster Council pushes forward with pedestrianisation plans, London's iconic LGBTQ+ community fears being priced out of the very streets that once offered sanctuary.
An intimate photographic journey into Sydney's vibrant queer and kink subcultures, revealing communities of self-expression, identity, and radical acceptance.
A professional intimacy coordinator reveals the surprising realities behind crafting believable sex scenes for television and film, from awkward moments to technical challenges.
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Exclusive: Boris Johnson is reportedly using artificial intelligence to co-author his new book about William Shakespeare, embracing cutting-edge technology for his literary project.
Exclusive: Boris Johnson employs artificial intelligence to co-author his new book about the Bard, raising eyebrows in literary and political circles about AI's growing role in creative writing.
Exploring the controversial restrictions on AI-generated adult content and what it means for creative freedom in the digital age
Acclaimed actor Stephen Graham unveils 'Dear Son,' an ambitious worldwide initiative encouraging fathers to write heartfelt letters to their sons, fostering deeper emotional connections across generations.
Sydney's legendary LGBTQ+ venue Pink Pony faces community outrage after advertising a 'women and non-binary only' event, sparking debate about inclusion within queer spaces.
The acclaimed author provides a candid update on the long-awaited sixth Game of Thrones novel, addressing writing progress and fan expectations as the wait continues.
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.
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.
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.
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld's latest work for The Guardian brilliantly exposes the real sources of literary inspiration, from everyday distractions to desperate deadlines.
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.