10 Best New Books to Read in January 2026
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.
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Top 5 Books for 2026 from a 240-Book Year
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.
Heated Rivalry Queer Hockey Romance Scores Big
The TV adaptation of Rachel Reid's novel 'Heated Rivalry' is a hit, blending hockey and queer romance. Discover why this series is topping charts and sparking conversation.
2026 Nonfiction Books: Minnelli, Bennett, Stallone Memoirs
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.
2026's Most Anticipated Books Revealed
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.
Indy's 2025 Christmas Book Gift Guide: Staff Picks
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.
10 Perfect Sports Books for Christmas Gifts
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.
Best Australian Books of 2025 Revealed
Discover the standout Australian books of 2025, featuring powerful debuts, celebrated authors, and the year's most compelling literary achievements. Explore the list now.
Best Romance Books of 2025 Revealed
Discover the five must-read romance novels of 2025, featuring acclaimed authors Ali Hazelwood and Bolu Babalola. Find your next favourite love story here.
Top Science & Nature Books of 2025 Announced
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.
Top History & Politics Books of 2025 Reviewed
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.
New Cookbooks 2024: A Culinary Tour of Global Flavours
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.
Guardian's Top Children's Books for 2025 Revealed
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.
6 Star Signs Tipped for Christmas Romance
An astrologer reveals the six zodiac signs most likely to find love this Christmas. Find out if your sign is on the list for festive sparks and serendipity.
6 Cosy Christmas Book Releases for 2025
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.
Nominate Australia's Best Children's Picture Book
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.
AI Romance Scam Dupes Scientist Out of £20K
A retired professor lost £20,000 to an AI-powered romance scam. Discover the warning signs and how to protect yourself from this cruel, rising fraud in the UK.
I'm A Celeb: Shona and Aitch's Jungle Romance Details
I'm A Celeb fans are buzzing as a potential romance blooms between Shona McGarty and rapper Aitch. Get all the details on the jungle love story and what the stars' families have said.
Shona McGarty's family gives Aitch their seal of approval
I'm A Celeb star Shona McGarty's sister has given rapper Aitch the family's blessing for a potential romance. Get the latest on the jungle love rumours and exclusive family insight.
Children's Book Roundup: New Picture Books and Novels
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!
November's Must-Read Books: Margaret Atwood Leads Lineup
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.
Ultimate Christmas Reading List For Adults
Discover the perfect literary companions for the festive season with our curated selection of Christmas books for adults, from heartwarming romances to chilling thrillers.
Woman falls in love with ChatGPT in extraordinary AI romance
In a startling twist of digital romance, a woman reveals her deep emotional connection with ChatGPT, claiming she's found true love with the artificial intelligence. This extraordinary relationship challenges everything we know about human-AI connections
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
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.
5 Unputdownable Page-Turner Books You Can't Miss
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.
October's Page-Turners: Books That Captivated Readers
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!
2024's Must-See Book to Screen Adaptations
Discover the hottest literary works making their way to screens this year, from dystopian thrillers to heartwarming romances and everything in between.
UK's Top Bedtime Stories Revealed in New Research
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.
Tracy Beaker author's steamy secret shocks fans
Beloved children's author Jacqueline Wilson reveals her unexpected venture into writing adult romance novels with explicit content, leaving former child readers stunned by the dramatic genre shift.
Best New Children's Books 2025 - Guardian Picks
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.
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