Amir Mehdi Haghighat's translated book was found in the ruins of a Tehran apartment block after missile strikes. His story reveals translation as an act of defiance and the enduring power of words. Read his powerful account.
Kickstart your New Year's reading resolution with our curated list of the 10 best new book releases for January 2026, featuring thrilling debuts and captivating stories.
After reading 240 books in 2025, a senior journalist shares her top five recommendations to inspire your reading list for the coming year. Discover the titles that floored her.
A look ahead at major nonfiction books for 2026, featuring memoirs from Liza Minnelli, Sylvester Stallone, and Gillian Anderson, plus Alan Bennett's diaries and essays from David Sedaris. Explore the upcoming titles.
Discover the hottest fiction and non-fiction titles for 2026, including new novels from Jennette McCurdy, Douglas Stuart, and investigative deep-dives from Patrick Radden Keefe. Get your reading list ready.
Russian forces forcibly removed 50 elderly Ukrainians from a border village in a war crime, as a think-tank warns of a new 'cognitive warfare' campaign. Read the latest.
Discover The Independent's ultimate literary gift guide for Christmas 2025. Our writers share their favourite books to give, from family sagas to vital memoirs, ensuring hours of perfect reading pleasure.
Struggling for a sports fan's gift? Discover our curated list of 10 must-read books, from football fairytales to boxing exposés and athlete memoirs. Find the perfect present now.
Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.
Peter Arnett, the legendary journalist who won a Pulitzer for his Vietnam coverage and reported live from Baghdad during the Gulf War, has died at 91. Read his remarkable story.
Discover the must-read science and nature books of 2025, as selected by experts including Robert Macfarlane and Sadiah Qureshi. Explore groundbreaking titles on AI, ecology, and the human body.
Explore the year's most compelling history and politics books, from Middle Eastern revolutions and Tory diaries to Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads for understanding our turbulent age.
Discover the latest must-have cookbooks for 2024, featuring global cuisines, healthy recipes, and baking innovations. Find your next kitchen inspiration from top chefs and food writers.
Discover the standout children's books of 2025, featuring new works from Michael Rosen, Katherine Rundell, and more. A guide to joyous picture books, bizarre nonfiction, and thrilling fantasy.
Discover the six must-read Christmas book releases for 2025, from heartwarming romance to festive mysteries. Find your perfect cosy read for the holiday season.
Guardian Australia is searching for the nation's favourite children's picture book of all time. Share your nomination for this major reader poll launching in late January.
German authorities are investigating a centenarian suspected of serving as a guard at a brutal WWII prisoner camp where thousands perished. Discover the latest developments in this historic case.
Discover the best new children's and YA books for Christmas. From festive picture books to gripping YA thrillers, our roundup has something for every young reader. Start your literary adventure today!
In a groundbreaking war crimes case, a Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian military commander Dmitry Kurashov to 15 years imprisonment for brutal treatment of prisoners of war, marking a significant moment in accountability for wartime atrocities.
In a landmark ruling, a Ukrainian court has sentenced a Russian soldier to 12 years imprisonment for the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war, setting a crucial precedent for wartime justice.
Discover this month's hottest book releases featuring Margaret Atwood's new short story collection, gripping thrillers, and extraordinary literary fiction that will dominate your reading list.
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
In a shocking deathbed revelation, former US Vice President Dick Cheney reportedly confessed that the 2003 Iraq invasion was primarily motivated by oil interests, contradicting years of official denials about Halliburton's role.
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.
Escape into these five gripping novels that promise to hook you from the very first page. From psychological thrillers to historical fiction, these unputdownable reads will transform your reading habits.
From chilling thrillers to poignant memoirs, explore the literary gems that had the book community buzzing in October 2025. Get inspired for your next great read!
Discover the hottest literary works making their way to screens this year, from dystopian thrillers to heartwarming romances and everything in between.
New research uncovers the nation's most beloved bedtime stories, from timeless classics to modern favourites that are helping British children drift off to dreamland.
Discover the best new picture books and novels for children and teens this autumn. From magical adventures to heartfelt stories, find your child's next favourite read in our expert roundup.