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.
The iconic author confesses the deeply personal and relatable anxieties that sparked the creation of the beloved literary and cinematic heroine, Bridget Jones.
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.
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.
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.
London Fashion Week's 2025 season unveils a bewitching trend as designers draw inspiration from witchcraft, folklore and dark romanticism, challenging conventional fashion norms with mystical collections.
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.
Shocking testimony reveals how over 50 migrants were subjected to torture, beaten, and thrown overboard by smugglers who blamed their 'black magic' for a broken engine during a perilous crossing from Africa to Europe.
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.
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.
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.
Zambian authorities have arrested more than 25 people, including a 72-year-old, in a major crackdown on alleged witchcraft practices in the capital, Lusaka. President Hichilema's government faces scrutiny over its stance on traditional beliefs.
Two Zambian men have been convicted of plotting to assassinate President Hakainde Hichilema using witchcraft and ritual magic in a high-stakes trial in Lusaka.
Discover the haunting and beautifully crafted debut novel, The Names by Florence Knapp. A profound exploration of memory, identity, and the unbreakable bonds of family, set against a backdrop of simmering suspense.
Mona Awad returns with the highly anticipated follow-up to 'Bunny'. 'We Love You, Bunny' is a wickedly funny and surreal descent into the dark heart of academia, friendship, and the monstrous nature of creativity. Discover why this is a must-read for 2025
Nicole Kidman officially announces the completion of 'Practical Magic 2' filming alongside Sandra Bullock. Discover the magical return after 26 years.
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.
The left-leaning feminist site Jezebel faces a firestorm after publishing a controversial article detailing a witchcraft ritual aimed at 'hexing' right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk, igniting a fierce debate on media ethics and political discourse.
Bestselling author Dan Brown breaks his six-year publishing silence, announcing a new thriller set across Europe's historic cities. Discover the details of his long-awaited return to the literary world.
Our review of Dur e Aziz Amna's powerful debut novel, 'A Splintering,' exploring a young woman's journey from Pakistan to the Ivy League and the complex price of ambition.
Dive into the gritty world of Mick Herron's latest Slough House masterpiece, 'Clown Town'. Discover why this tale of disgraced spies is the must-read espionage thriller of the year.
Netflix wins a fierce bidding war to adapt Richard Osman's beloved crime novel, with Chris Columbus directing and a legendary British cast. Filming is set to begin in the UK.
Discover Brian Chikwava's masterful new novel 'Shamiso', following a young woman's extraordinary journey from Zimbabwe to London in this profound exploration of identity, displacement, and belonging in the modern world.
Shocking forensic analysis uncovers the brutal final moments of Margaret Jones, the first woman hanged in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1648. Archaeologists reveal disturbing neck trauma evidence.
A harrowing migrant boat journey to the Canary Islands ended in a brutal double murder after passengers accused two men of witchcraft, leading to a fatal stabbing and the victims being cast into the Atlantic.
A harrowing investigation reveals how a lack of dementia awareness in Nigeria and Uganda is leading to the brutal ostracisation of elderly people, falsely accused of witchcraft and abandoned by their families.
Master of horror Stephen King reveals the uncanny and chilling similarities between his 1979 political thriller 'The Dead Zone' and the contemporary political landscape shaped by Donald Trump, calling the comparison 'frighteningly accurate'.
Dive into our review of Benjamin Wood's stunning new novel, 'Seascraper'. A profound exploration of an artist's life, the shadows of the past, and the search for meaning that cements Wood's place as a major voice in British literary fiction.
Donmar Warehouse's latest production, 'Juniper & Blood', is a darkly magical triumph. Our review delves into this powerful exploration of modern witchcraft, female rage, and the haunting legacy of history, starring a phenomenal cast.
Acclaimed Canadian author Miriam Toews discusses her powerful new novel exploring trauma, survival, and the complex aftermath of violence in an exclusive, in-depth interview with The Guardian.
Discover Kate Riley's groundbreaking debut novel, 'Ruth', a poignant and darkly witty exploration of grief, family secrets, and the unvarnished truth of a woman's life.