Classic Crime Novels Reissued for Modern Readers
Discover three reissued crime classics from the Mail Bookshop. From a 1950s English village poisoning to a railway heist and a Maigret medical mystery. Dive into these gripping whodunits today!
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Your Old Nintendo DS Games Could Be Worth £592
UK households urged to check attics for vintage Nintendo DS games. Discover which Pokémon and Mario titles are now worth a fortune on eBay ahead of Christmas.
Pushkin Heist: 170 Rare Russian Books Stolen
Investigation reveals how thieves stole 170 rare Russian classics from European libraries between 2022-2023. Was this an organised crime operation?
One to Zero: The Film So Bad It's Brilliant
Discover how 'One to Zero' became the cinematic phenomenon critics are calling 'so perfectly awful it's brilliant' as audiences flock to experience the worst-reviewed film of the decade.
10 UK restaurants reinventing British classics
Discover how innovative UK chefs are transforming traditional British favourites into extraordinary culinary experiences, from deconstructed fish and chips to gourmet pie and mash.
Helen Garner wins Baillie Gifford Prize for diaries
Australian literary legend Helen Garner secures major UK literary honour for her revealing final volume of diaries, 'How to End a Story', offering unprecedented insight into her creative process and personal life.
Chiefs-Bills: The NFL Rivalry That Never Disappoints
Discover why the epic Kansas City Chiefs vs Buffalo Bills showdown consistently delivers the most electrifying games in modern NFL history, defying expectations every time.
Recreate British Pub Classics at Home
Discover how to master Britain's favourite pub classics in your own kitchen, from perfect fish and chips to irresistible sticky toffee pudding.
90s Cult Classic Crowned Ultimate Christmas Movie
A beloved 1990s film has surprisingly beaten holiday favourites to claim the title of ultimate Christmas movie, according to new streaming data that's shocking fans worldwide.
Horror Express: Lee & Cushing's Halloween Gem
Discover why this 1972 British horror masterpiece starring screen legends Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing deserves a prime spot in your Halloween viewing lineup.
Hocus Pocus Halloween Magic Fades: My Disappointing Review
A fresh look at the beloved Halloween film Hocus Pocus reveals why this cult favourite might not be the magical experience everyone remembers, with surprising flaws that stand out decades later.
Taxi Driver crowned greatest film ever made
Martin Scorsese's gritty masterpiece Taxi Driver has been voted the best film ever made, beating cinematic giants like The Godfather and Citizen Kane in a major critics' poll.
Lost Iris Murdoch Poems Discovered in New Collection
A remarkable collection of previously unpublished poems by Iris Murdoch offers fresh insight into the Nobel Prize-winning novelist's creative evolution and private world.
Sean Connery's Cinematic Masterpiece Revealed
Discover the fascinating journey of how Sean Connery delivered his most celebrated performance in a film that redefined cinematic excellence and cemented his legendary status.
Pogačar dominates Il Lombardia with spectacular solo victory
Slovenian cycling superstar Tadej Pogačar secures his second Il Lombardia title with breathtaking 32km solo attack, cementing his status as cycling's dominant force.
Pogačar makes history with fifth Il Lombardia win
Slovenian cycling superstar Tadej Pogačar cements his legendary status with an unprecedented fifth straight win at Il Lombardia, completing a dominant 2025 season that redefines cycling excellence.
Retro Reads Revisited: Classic Books That Still Captivate
A captivating reappraisal of literary classics including Malcolm Bradbury's 'The History Man' and Maeve Binchy's 'Evening Class' reveals why these masterpieces continue to resonate with contemporary readers decades after their original publication.
The Underrated Western Gem You Need to Watch
Discover why this Liam Neeson and Pierce Brosnan frontier thriller is being rediscovered as one of cinema's most gripping hidden treasures.
Dark City: The 90s Sci-Fi Masterpiece You Never Saw
Discover why this 1998 neo-noir thriller starring Rufus Sewell and Jennifer Connelly is considered one of cinema's most influential hidden gems that predated The Matrix.
Booker Prize Hailed as Indian Authors Dominate Shortlist
The 2023 Booker Prize ceremony in London marked a watershed moment for literature, as authors of Indian origin dominated the shortlist and claimed the coveted award, signalling a shift in the British literary landscape.
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.
Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist: Desai and Szalay Lead
The Man Booker Prize 2025 shortlist showcases six extraordinary novels, featuring literary heavyweights Kiran Desai and David Szalay, praised for their 'brilliantly human' storytelling.
Wigtown: Scotland's Book Town With Royal Links
Explore the hidden gem of Wigtown in Scotland, a picturesque book lover's paradise with surprising royal links and award-winning attractions.
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.
Tom Gauld's hilarious take on what 'bestseller' really means
Acclaimed cartoonist Tom Gauld reveals the comical reality behind literary success in his latest Guardian cartoon strip, offering a witty commentary on the publishing world's obsession with bestseller lists.
Hilary Mantel's Legacy: New Prize for Emerging Writers
A powerful new literary prize, established in memory of the late, great Hilary Mantel, will offer unpublished writers a life-changing opportunity to secure a book deal and follow in her footsteps.
Striped Pyjamas author John Boyne cancelled for gender views
Bestselling Irish author John Boyne, famed for 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', is at the centre of a fierce cancellation campaign after expressing gender-critical beliefs. The literary community is deeply divided over free speech and trans rights.
Queen Camilla's Witty Pride and Prejudice Joke
Queen Camilla charmed attendees at her annual literary festival with a playful reference to Colin Firth's iconic Mr Darcy lake scene from the BBC's Pride and Prejudice adaptation.
Kiran Desai: I never thought it would happen in the US
Booker Prize-winning author Kiran Desai delivers a powerful critique on America's political trajectory, drawing alarming parallels to the themes of her seminal novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' in an exclusive Guardian interview.
Queen Camilla delights book lovers at literary festival
The Queen made a surprise appearance at the inaugural Hungerford Book Festival, charming attendees with her passion for literature and support for the arts in a heartfelt speech.
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