Literary

A guide to Emily St. John Mandel's books in order

Authors' Notes: Poet Brian Bilston on how poetry is everywhere, accompanied by our recommendations of places to find it

Respite reads: six of our favourite healing fiction books

Read an exclusive short story by Colm Tóibín, author of Brooklyn and Long Island

Patrick Radden Keefe's books: a guide

10 books from 2016 that you should definitely revisit

Authors' Notes: Kiran Millwood Hargrave on what ifs, missed chances and five books that explore our almost lives

10 brilliant books by contemporary Irish authors

Mieko Kawakami's books: a complete guide

The best LGBTQIA+ books: your essential reading list

The best sibling relationships in books

The best debuts of 2026, and all time