A new book from Vita Sackville-West's grandson, Adam Nicolson, explores the pigeons who can tell their Bach from their Stravinsky and testosterone-fuelled wrens who make Hugh Hefner look tame.
Anne Sebba answers our burning questions, what's she reading now, what would she take to a desert island, what gave her the reading bug, and what book left her cold?
Sue Roe's new book details how while on holiday with his wife, Picasso installed his mistress in a beach hut - then took up with another! But then came…
Leaf Arbuthnot dives into the science of evidence and uncertainty in this new book from Adam Kucharski.
In his ode to spring, beloved author Michael Morpurgo recount the joys of the life bringing season.
Julia Donaldson is back with another winner in the best kids books of the month
Our favourite debut writers out this month: Veronika Dapunt, Niamh Ni Mhaoileoin, Claire Gleeson
'A full throttle thrill' in best Literary Fiction out now: Kate Folk, Solvej Balle, Camilla Barnes
Our picks of the Classic Crime novels to bring back for April: Murder in Transit, The Mouthless Dead, The Case of the Busy Bees
Anne Sebba's new book tells how the prisoners in the Orchestra of Auschwitz were spared the camp's worst fate but were haunted for life and many never played again.
Ysenda Maxtone Graham discovers the colourful life of Lady Pamela Berry, wife of the Telegraph newspaper owner, Michael Berry, and ultimate society hostess.
There are currently 987,000 16 to 24-year-olds at a loose end, neither in education or employment, a quarter of them complaining of precarious mental health.
Across 70 paintings Nick Trend exposes the romance in every great painter's brushstrokes.
The former editor of Vanity Fair recalls the hedonism of the magazine's glory days in a deliciously gossipy memoir.
'Compelling and horrifying': The best the Crime novels to read now - Death at the White Hart by Chris Chibnall, Son by Johana Gustawsson and Thomas Enger, Paperboy by Callum McSorley
'A rapturous read': The best Historical books out now - Rapture By Emily Maguire, The Fisherman's Gift By Julia Kelly, The Golden Throne By Christopher de Bellaigue
'A superb, surprisingly propulsive novel': The Literary Fiction to read now - Flesh by David Szalay, O Sinners! by Nicole Cuffy, Shams by Meike Ziervogel
'A dark, crazed reversal of Notting Hill and the ending is far from romantic': The best Popular fiction out now - I MAKE MY OWN FUN by Hannah Beer, THE IMPERSONATORS by Angela Chadwick, EVERYONE IN THE GROUP CHAT DIES By L. M. Chilton
'An old-fashioned page-turner': The best Psychological Thrillers out now - The Strange Case of Jane O by Karen Thompson Walker, The Grapevine by Kate Kemp, Cuckoo by Callie Kazumi
The Daily Mail Books department chooses their favourite fiction of the century.
As an intensive care doctor reveals, most people either feel guilty for surviving - or depressed that next time they won't be so lucky.
Why? Because that's the only way Downton Abbey actress Tuppence Middleton - who suffers from crippling OCD - can be sure they're turned off.
In his latest book Dr Rangan Chatterjee teaches you how to smash the bad habits steering you straight towards burnout.
Against all odds (and by outwitting Mengele) Renee Salt's mother managed to stay by her daughter's side throughout the horrors of their interment in two Nazi death camps
The best retros to be reading as Spring begins: NEVER MIND by Edward St Aubyn, THE SPRING BEGINS by Katherine Dunning, STORIES FOR MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS Edited by Simon Thomas
'It's gripping, it's warm, it's horrendous': The best Sci-Fi and Fantasy books to read now: Once was Willem by M.R. Carey, Dissolution by Nicholas Binge, The Unworthy by Agustina Bazterrica
'Atmospheric and assured': The Literary Fiction you should read now - TWIST by Colum McCann, DREAM COUNT by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, GREATER SINS by Gabrielle Griffiths
The Short Stories you should be reading this Spring: Stories of Ireland By Brian Friel, Show Don't Tell By Curtis Sittenfeld, A Beautiful Lack of Consequence By Monika Radojevic
'Best not to read it at night'; The best Thrillers out now - There Came A-Tapping by Andrea Carter, Retreat by Krysten Ritter, The Crime Writer by Diane Jeffrey
'A brilliant, bracing novel': The best Literary Fiction out now - CALL ME ISHMAELLE by Xiaolu Guo, TILT by Emma Pattee, THE ASSAULT by Harry Mulisch
'Brilliant on power, perception and identity': The best contemporary novels out now - Soft Core by Brittany Newell, Who Wants To Live Forever by Hanna Thomas Uose, Bad Manners by Amy Beashel
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Gripping tale of the lines on which espionage meets the Vatican's priests.
How could a cocky blond 20-year-old upstart from Australia be about to win the most prestigious surfing competition in the world: the 1978 Banzai Pipeline Masters in Hawaii?
As Roger Lewis finds out, Emma Kenny's new book The Serial Killer Next Door is not for the faint hearted. This a study of serial killers filled with every gory detail.
The neighbour of Prince, friends with Michael Jackson's dad and thief of $40m, Tanya Smith has had a wild life. Glenda Cooper discovers all in Smith's memoir, Never Saw Me Coming.
When 50 American hostages were released on Reagan's inauguration the timing seemed too good to be true. Den of Spies is the result of Craig Unger's investigation.
From the first computer at Bletchley Park to the modern codes written very second, Andrew Smith's new book takes us through the evolution of computers.
Peter Hitchens dives into the trial of Lucy Letby in this new book from Judith Moritz and Jonathan Coffey.
The untold story of the crazed religious zealotwho set to out kill the President - and if he'd succeeded we'd never have heard of Lee Harvey Oswald
Barbie comes to life in this new book that chronicles her origin and impact on culture for more than 60 years.
Katharine Spurrier dives into rural Lincolnshire in this beautifully illustrated record of one couple's rewilding journey.
Katharine Spurrier discovers the history of Guinness in this fantastic history from Rory Guinness.
The beauty of Italy is seen like never before in this Wine & Travel guide from Assouline.
The Palace of Versailles as you have never seen it before. Photographed by official photographer, Thomas Garnier, this is one to have on your coffee table.
Katharine Spurrier dives into the stunning selection of photographs by Carlos Muñoz-Yagüe in this new book which takes us behind the scenes of iconic designer, Yves Saint Laurent.
After Amy Griffin narrowly lost a school election aged 12, one of her favourite teachers, Mr Mason, stopped her in the hallway. 'You're the real leader of this school', he reassured her. His comment made Amy felt better about not winning. 'I pulled my shoulders back, standing up straighter.' She tucked Mr Mason's words away in her memory, and got on with the rest of her life. Or at least, she thought that was what happened. But, as her devastating memoir The Tell shows, the human brain can completely blot out life's most horrific memories. It wasn't till years later, when she was undergoing psychedelic-assisted therapy, that Amy, now 48, realised that those words of Mr Mason's had in fact been cunningly chosen. Using them was his way of exploiting her and grooming her.
Clarkson's rallying cry to all farmers that dispels any notion of farmer's having an easy life.
The Hollywood star opens up about how she coped with experiencing menopause earlier than she ever expected.
Ever wondered what its like being the nations favourite mother (twice!)? Alison Steadman, star of Pride and Prejudice as Mrs Bennet (1995), and Pam in Gavin and Stacey, tells all.
New memoir from Blur bassist, Alex James about how he balanced the band reforming in 2023 and playing Glastonbury, and farming in the Chilterns.
In his new book, Ian Leslie explores the close relationship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney and its demise.
In his new memoir, Al Pacino reveals the highs and lows of fame, fortune and filming the Godfather with Marlon Brando.
His legs were considered a wonder of the world and many thought his ambition led him to poison James I, but Lucy Hughes-Hallett reveals the truth about George Villers, Duke of Buckingham.
Walk through the bizarre and murky history of one of London's most famous markets in Barry Turner's fabulous new book about Covent Garden
In Adam LeBor's new book, The Last Days of Budapest, Ysenda Maxtone Graham unearths the tragic plight of Hungary's Jews.
To many he was a ruthless and excessively harsh ruler. But Kathryn Hughes discovers that Henry V was actually just a product of his age and instead of being cruel, he was in fact pragmatic.
Nazis cracked down on free speech, spread conspiracy theories and ruthlessly exploited the young. Laurence Rees asks: Are we in danger of history repeating itself?
A fascinating new history shows that while it was fine for a man to beat or kill his spouse, wives who did the same were burnt at the stake - or boiled alive.
Gareth Russell's fabulous new history of the first King of Britain lays bare the voracious gay love life of King James I
Anthea Rowan's moving memoir takes us through her years caring for her mother who suffered from dementia, and tells us how she plans to avoid the same fate.
They napped without guilt, ate lots of protein...and never worried about getting eight hours sleep!
For Richard Waters, an experienced travel writer with a taste for adventure and physical challenges, the discovery from a DNA testing kit that most of his ancestors were Vikings was immensely pleasing.
A mother and daughter open up about teenage mental health issues and what parents can do to cope with it.
In this new book by Professor John S. Tregoning he gives you the tips and tricks to get you as close to living forever as is humanly possible.
Jonas Olofsson deep dives into why smell is so important both for our health and our love lives.
The woman in her 50s was dressed in a pink cowgirl suit and screaming at a coffee vendor. But as neurologist Masud Husain soon found out, she had only recently become prone to rude outbursts.
There are many books by psychotherapists about their practice, with heavily-disguised case histories, but what actually happens in the room? Both Sides Of The Couch gives two perspectives on one story
When her husband died at 38, Rosie was bereft and lost. But when she swapped New York for Northern Ireland she managed to find happiness again
It's back-to-basics time when it comes to controlling our body weight. Keith Frayn reveals the key to losing weight - just eat less.
Nick Rennison uncovers the magic of meteors in Joshua Howgego's new book.
Abraham Lincoln, JFK and Natasha Richardson all lost their lives due to shocking brain injuries, but this new book delves into whether they could have been saved.
The small things that influence your every day decision making skills.
Most Delicious Poison is full of insights into the natural world. Whiteman is fascinated by what he calls the 'paradox of toxins': that things that could kill you in large doses are often, in small doses, beneficial
There's nothing new about believing the world is ending - as Tom Phillips's new book shows, every generation has had someone who thinks the apocalypse is imminent.
Merlin Hanbury-Tenison was blown up inAfghanistan. His wife suffered twomiscarriages. In his powerful memoir, he recounts how nature helped them recover
Christopher Hart discovers the ins and outs of Owls in this new book from Polly Atkin.
The British Isles is home to some of the most beautiful churches and in his new book, Church Going, Andrew Ziminski takes us through what makes them so special.
Nick Rennison reviews Tom Lathan's new book, Lost Wonders, which explores the species we have lost in the 21st Century.
After giving birth to her own child, Helen Jukes turns to Nature to understand how other species approach motherhood.
Constance Craig Smith discovers what life is like as a hedgelayer in the West Country in Paul Lamb's new book.
Christopher Hart reviews John Lewis-Stempell's defence of farming and the countryside.
Is food the key to good mental health? Psychologist Dr Andrea Oskis tells you just why looking after your tummy can keep you happy.
In his new book Nigel Slater dwells on the small joys and moments of deliciousness that pepper is everyday.
Nick Rennison discovers quite how much of our everyday life is manufactured in this insightful new book from Tim Minshall.
What do you cook when Harry Styles, Colin Firth and Michael McIntyre are coming round for dinner? Find out in Stanley Tucci's latest memoir.
Constance Craig Smith reviews Sally Clarke's new book which celebrates the 40th anniversary of her restaurant, Clarkes. A book filled with famous names, anecdotes and history.
Whether you like them salty, tangy or tart, crisps come in all shapes, sizes, packets and colours. Now in Nathalie Whittle's ode to crisps, Mark Mason discovers all there is to know behind the crunch.
Sally Abe recounts what its like working for Gordon Ramsay and other Michelin restaurants, and why she is tearing up the cheffing rulebook with her restaurant, The Pem.
Bazball is a book about he transformation of the Test team from dreary also-rans to tough competitors full of attacking flair and demonstrating joy in all they do thanks to coach Brendon 'Baz' McCullum.
Sport fans: we have your Christmas sorted. Roger Alton has picked out the best sport books of 2024 ranging from the scientific way to score a penalty to the heartfelt memoir of Sir Chris Hoy.
Glamour! Parties! And a LOT of money… with the Formula 1 season just a few weeks away a new book explains how it's become the world's hottest sport.
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