Stephen King: Trump Is a Horror Story, and I Write to Entertain Myself
Stephen King calls Trump a 'horror story', discusses writing process, character Holly Gibney, and his prolific output in a Q&A with readers.
Category : Books
Shamiso by Brian Chikwava review – a globe-trotting coming-of-age story
A review of Brian Chikwava's novel Shamiso, a globe-trotting coming-of-age story from Zimbabwe to Brighton, critiquing its disjointed shape and underdeveloped characters.
107 Days by Kamala Harris review – no closure, no hope
Kamala Harris's memoir 107 Days offers a frustrating, scripted account of her failed 2024 campaign, providing no closure or hope.
Trent Dalton's Childhood Inspired Netflix's Boy Swallows Universe
Netflix's Boy Swallows Universe is based on Trent Dalton's childhood, featuring a criminal stepfather and a convicted murderer as father figures.
Hachette Pulls Horror Novel Shy Girl Amid AI Writing Scandal
Hachette pulls horror novel Shy Girl after AI allegations; UK edition discontinued and US release cancelled.
How to Find Time to Read: Rethinking Efficiency and Ritual
Tips on finding time to read, arguing that efficiency mindset hinders deep reading; scheduling rituals and carrying books help.
Saunders' 'Vigil' Divides Critics as Climate Change 'Christmas Carol'
George Saunders's new novel 'Vigil' divides critics as a climate change 'Christmas Carol', blending high concepts and low comedy.
The Names by Florence Knapp: A Gripping Literary Mystery on the Power of a Name
Florence Knapp's debut novel The Names uses a sliding-doors narrative to explore how a name shapes a life, set against domestic abuse.
Clown Town: The Unmissable New Slow Horses Thriller
Mick Herron's ninth Slough House novel, Clown Town, mixes one-liners, plot twists, and real-world intrigue in a tale of IRA infiltration.
Jung Chang's Wild Swans Sequel Finally Announced After 12 Years
Jung Chang announces 'Fly, Wild Swans', the sequel to 'Wild Swans', after 12 years, detailing China's history and her own experiences.
The Lost Genius: Alexander Grothendieck's Mystical Mathematics and Tragic End
Alexander Grothendieck, a mathematical genius who lived as a hermit, died in 2014. His revolutionary ideas may now transform AI.
Queen Camilla Remembers Dame Jilly Cooper's 'Plastered' Wish at Cliveden Festival
Queen Camilla remembers Dame Jilly Cooper's wish to get 'absolutely plastered' at Cliveden Literary Festival, paying tribute to her late friend.
Mum fears daughter hates name Gwen after bullying
A mum on Reddit says her daughter Gwen (short for Gwendolyn) is bullied at school for having a 'normal' name, while classmates have unique names like Brazlynn and Harleigh.
Melania Trump's Social Media Speech Sparks Mockery Over Husband's Twitter Habits
Melania Trump's speech on positive social media use draws mockery due to her husband's controversial Twitter habits.
Queen Elizabeth II's 'Royal Blessing' Helped Secure Welsh Devolution, Says Former Presiding Officer
Lord Elis-Thomas says Queen Elizabeth II's support for Welsh devolution was crucial, citing her attendance at Senedd openings and 1977 speech.
Jennette McCurdy’s novel explores age-gap relationship inspired by her own teenage experience
Jennette McCurdy's debut novel Half His Age is inspired by her own teenage relationship with an older man, exploring power and exploitation.
Booker Prize Shortlist Dominated by Indian and US Authors
Kiran Desai leads a US-dominated Booker Prize shortlist, with three American authors among the six finalists.
Lee Andrews Claims He Adopted Katie Price's Kids
Lee Andrews, Katie Price's husband, claims he adopted her five children and shares baby plans after release from Dubai prison on fraud charges.
Chicken Nuggets, Lamb Lollipops, Pitta Pockets Recipes
Claudine Boulstridge shares three easy recipes: chicken nuggets, lamb lollipops, and pitta pockets, perfect for quick family meals.
Malala Yousafzai Opens Up About Trauma, Controversy and Growing Up in the Spotlight
Malala Yousafzai's new memoir reveals her trauma, controversies, and personal growth since the Taliban attack.
Middlemarch Named Greatest Novel in Global Poll
George Eliot's Middlemarch has been voted the greatest novel of all time in a Guardian poll, praised for its empathy and timeless themes.
Lee Andrews Claims He's 'Adopted' Katie Price's Kids
Lee Andrews claims he has 'adopted' wife Katie Price's five children and that the couple are trying for a baby of their own, just weeks after his release from Dubai prison.
The Delusions by Jenni Fagan Review: A Wittily Satirical Afterlife
Jenni Fagan's The Delusions is a witty metaphysical satire about an afterlife processing centre where the dead confront their self-delusions amid bureaucratic chaos.
Tantrums, Rancid Meatloaf and Family Silver Stuffed into Underpants: The Delicate Art of the Holocau
A new generation of Holocaust survivors' grandchildren uses humour to explore family histories, balancing reverence with irreverence.
Poem of the Week: Salt, Snow, Earth by Naomi Foyle
Naomi Foyle's poem 'Salt, Snow, Earth' explores violence through a symbolic game, part of her acclaimed collection Salt & Snow.
Mueenuddin's Epic Novel Set To Be 2026 Standout
Daniyal Mueenuddin's debut novel, This Is Where the Serpent Lives, is a chain of interlocking novellas exploring power and class in Pakistan, set to be a standout in 2026.
Department of the Vanishing by Johanna Bell review – brilliantly, terrifyingly plausible
Johanna Bell's debut novel imagines a government office cataloguing extinct species in a terrifyingly plausible future.
Blank Canvas by Grace Murray review – a superb debut from a 22-year-old author
Grace Murray's superb debut novel Blank Canvas explores a lie's consequences and truths with wit, precision, and emotional depth.
Queer Haunted House Novel The Decadence Fails to Deliver Chills
Leon Craig's queer haunted house novel The Decadence fails to chill, with shallow characters and overwrought prose overshadowing its gothic ambitions.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
Salman Rushdie's new short story collection The Eleventh Hour confronts mortality, ageing, and ghosts, blending satire and allegory.
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