11 h. ago Meghan Markle shares photo of Charlie Mackesy book to promote her As ever brand

The Duchess of Sussex shared a snap of the book as she promoted a honey and leather bookmark Christmas gift set from her lifestyle brand As Ever on Instagram.

Culture

56 h. ago New film adaptation of Camus’s L’Étranger opens old colonial wounds

François Ozon’s handling of classic novel draws both praise and criticism, including from the author’s daughterMore than 80 years after it was published, Albert Camus’s L’Étranger remains one of the most widely read and fiercely contested French books in the world.Until now, few attempts have been made to adapt the novel, published in English as The Outsider, for television or cinema: it is considered problematic and divisive for its portrayal of France’s colonisation of Algeria. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago The tiny Scottish 'book town' that was named best for Christmas visit

It is home to the oldest second-hand bookstore in Scotland.

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3 d. ago Revealed: The UK city where hotel rooms have dropped by more than half price ahead of Christmas

As Christmas fast approaches, many hotels will be booking up quickly. But in one UK city, the price of some hotel rooms have dropped by more than 50 per cent in the run up to festivities.

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4 d. ago Lidl launch another 'better than Aldi' toy sale this week from £4

The sale includes more than 260 toys, games, books and more - ideal to stash away for Christmas

Economics

5 d. ago Christmas weather forecast latest from Met Office after odds on snow slashed

Bookies slashed odds of snow at Christmas for 2025 after snow fell across the UK in November

Society

7 d. ago Win a copy of The Austen Christmas Murders by Jessica Bull in this week’s Fabulous book competition

CELEBRATE 250 years of the Pride And Prejudice writer with a fab festive crime caper that re-imagines Jane Austen as an author turned sleuth. When she finds a skeleton in the cellar and hears stories of a young bride who vanished and now haunts the woods, she must investigate! 10 lucky Fabulous readers will win...

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9 d. ago Children and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels

The return of Charlie and Lola; the second lives of trees; the dangers of time travel; a YA Bluebeard retelling and moreThe Street Where Santa Lives by Harriet Howe and Julia Christians, Little Tiger, £12.99When an old man moves in on a busy street, only his little neighbour notices; with his white beard and round belly, she’s convinced he’s Santa. But when Santa falls ill, other neighbours must rally round to take care of him. Will he be better in time for Christmas? This sweet, funny, acutely observed picture book is a festive, joyous celebration of community.I Am Wishing Every Minute for Christmas by Lauren Child, S&S, £12.99Twenty-five years after their first appearance, this delightful, engaging new Charlie and Lola picture book is filled with Lola’s excited impatience as she and her big brother get everything ready for Christmas. Continue reading...

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1 week ago London ping pong bar: 'Value for money driving Christmas bookings this year'

London ping pong bar: 'Value for money driving Christmas bookings this year'  Wimbledon Guardian

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1 week ago Best Christmas market holidays to book now – from just £99pp inclduing Paris, Tallinn and Bruges

The best Christmas market holidays sell out fast. We’ve rounded up five magical festive trips to book now from just £99pp.

Economics

1 week ago It’s not too late to book Christmas in New York. These are the best trips

The Big Apple is awash with festive cheer during the holiday season

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2 w. ago 14 best Christmas books for kids, read by parents and children

From heartwarming winter tales to festive audiobooks, these are the titles for little ones to read this December

Society

2 w. ago Christmas 2025 events in Wales you should be booking right now

Christmas is fast approaching and there are already a range of events organised for the festive period

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2 w. ago Wales' top Santa's grottos near you to book for Christmas 2025

With a chance to meet the big man in Cardiff, Swansea, and beyond Father Christmas is all over Wales this festive season

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2 w. ago 'Masterpiece' Dickens period drama with Harry Potter star's debut a must

A BBC period drama has been hailed as one of the finest adaptations of a classic novel and is streaming for free

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2 w. ago Best bookish Christmas present ideas from someone who's read over 200 in 2025

With Christmas getting ever-closer, many family members and friends of book lovers will be wondering what to get them. This handy bookish gift guide should be able to help...

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3 w. ago Netflix's four best adaptations of beloved books including 'masterpiece western'

Those who enjoy Guillermo del Toro's take on the classic novel should enjoy these visionary interpretations from Netflix

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3 w. ago Netflix's best adaptations of classic novels to watch after Frankenstein

Netflix is host to several Oscar-winning 'masterpieces' based on beloved books.

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3 w. ago Frankenstein Netflix cast from Game of Thrones legend to Harry Potter star

The classic novel Frankenstein has been adapted into an epic Netflix film and boasts a star-studded cast.

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3 w. ago The Running Man cast, plot and release date for thrilling new Stephen King film

Edgar Wright's new film The Running Man is based on a classic Stephen King novel and features an all-star cast

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