Overnight by Dan Richards audiobook review – an immersive journey into the night worker’s world
Dan Richards narrates his audiobook exploring the lives of night workers, from bakers to ferry operatives, blending memoir and journalism.
Category : Books
Quiz Books and Bibles Defy Publishing Slump in 2025
Quiz books and Bibles saw sales surge in 2025, defying a non-fiction slump. Spending on quiz books rose nearly 25%, while Bible sales hit £6.3m.
Michael Rosen wins Hans Christian Andersen award
Michael Rosen wins Hans Christian Andersen award for writing, misses announcement due to Brexit passport rules.
Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam) Announces First Memoir
Cat Stevens, now Yusuf Islam, announces his first autobiography, detailing his rise to fame, conversion to Islam, and life after music.
Sri Lankan Home Shipped to Sydney Story Told in New Memoir
Playwright Shakthi tells the story of his grandmother shipping their Sri Lankan home to Sydney, and the house's role in his family's identity.
Saba Sams: From Spark to Smith – A Literary Journey
Saba Sams discusses her favourite books, from Muriel Spark to Dodie Smith, and why she avoids rereading Wuthering Heights.
Official BookTok Chart Launches in UK to Track Viral Trends
Official BookTok chart launching in UK combines sales data with TikTok engagement to track viral book trends monthly.
Be More Bird by Candida Meyrick review – a contrived addition to the avian self-help genre
Review of Candida Meyrick's 'Be More Bird', a contrived avian self-help book that falls flat with tired clichés and anthropomorphising.
Guardian Australia Reveals Shortlist for Best Children’s Picture Book Poll
Guardian Australia reveals 50 nominated children's picture books for its best Australian picture book poll, with voting opening 27 January.
Gruffalo Granny: Third Book Title and Release Date Announced
Macmillan announces Gruffalo Granny, a new book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, releasing 10 September.
Forgotten 1934 Novel Predicting Nazi Rise Finds New Resonance
A forgotten 1934 novel predicting the rise of Nazism has been republished and is resonating with modern readers, offering lessons on extremism and resistance.
00s WAG Style Returns for World Cup: Recreate Iconic Looks
00s WAG style is back for the World Cup. From Victoria Beckham to Cheryl, learn how to recreate iconic looks with high street buys.
Salt Path Scandal Shakes Nature Memoir Genre
Raynor Winn's memoir 'The Salt Path' faces allegations of untruthfulness, sparking debate on memoir authenticity and fact-checking.
From a Utah church to a Denver museum: the man who found 75 pyramids in the US
Artist Ian James documents over 75 pyramid structures across the US in a new book, exploring their link to new age beliefs and capitalism.
Mare by Emily Haworth-Booth Review – A Profound Exploration of Love, Childlessness, and a Horse
Review of Emily Haworth-Booth's novel 'Mare', exploring childlessness, creative block, and a woman's profound bond with a horse.
Best Preserved Young Jesus Image Found in Türkiye
Archaeologists uncover a well-preserved mural of a young, clean-shaven Jesus as the Good Shepherd in an underground tomb near Iznik, Türkiye, offering insights into early Christianity.
Anglophone literature's global dominance wanes as readers seek diverse voices
An Italian writer reflects on how anglophone literature's universal appeal is declining as readers seek more diverse, non-stereotypical stories from around the world.
Ian McEwan: 'I despise lying, ideological Brexiters'
Ian McEwan attacks Brexiters as 'lying, ideological' and 'cynical populists' in a fiery interview, while also expressing admiration for Angela Merkel and revealing his hatred for a common kitchen appliance.
Michael Rosen at 80: On Grief, Self-Doubt, and Chocolate Cake
Michael Rosen turns 80, answering readers' questions on grief, self-doubt, survival, and his favourite foods in a Guardian Q&A.
Top Memoirs And Biographies Of 2025 Revealed
Roundup of best memoirs and biographies of 2025, featuring Margaret Atwood, Anthony Hopkins, Jacinda Ardern, and more.
Spy Novel Pioneer Len Deighton Dies At 97 Leaving Complex Legacy
Len Deighton, author of The Ipcress File, dies aged 97. His spy novels redefined the genre with realism and class consciousness.
Fran Lebowitz: ‘If people disagree with me, so what?’
Fran Lebowitz discusses writer's block, technology avoidance, and her career as a wit in a new interview.
From Peepo! to Middlemarch: 25 Must-Read Books Before Age 25
Authors recommend 25 books for each year up to age 25 to combat declining reading pleasure among children.
Michael Rosen at 80: On Grief, Humour and Inspiration
Michael Rosen turns 80 and answers questions on grief, creativity, hope, and his perfect birthday dinner with literary giants.
Nico O'Reilly's Tattoos: Manchester Code and Inspirational Messages
England star Nico O'Reilly reveals his tattoos, including 'The World is Yours' and Manchester dialling code 0161, during first World Cup training session in Kansas.
Keira Knightley's Children's Book Debut Stirs Frustration Among Authors
Keira Knightley's children's book debut sparks debate over celebrity authors pushing aside genuine writers in publishing.
Recent Poetry Collections Reviewed: From Landscapes to Droughts
Reviews of recent poetry collections by Jean Sprackland, Kim Moore, Shannon Kuta Kelly, and Michael Symmons Roberts.
Kin to Yesteryear: 10 of the Best Books of 2026 So Far
A roundup of the most acclaimed fiction of 2026 so far, featuring satirical thrillers, black comedies, and contemplative novels.
Tradwife Fiction: 2025's Most Debated Literary Genre
Tradwife fiction is 2025's most debated literary genre, with novels like 'Yesteryear' exploring gender roles, domesticity, and influencer culture.
Sylvia Plath Complete Poems Published With Pink Paper Works
First complete edition of Sylvia Plath's poetry published, featuring her drafts on iconic pink paper from Smith College.
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