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Writers and Guardian readers discuss the titles they have read over the last month. Join the conversation in the comments

The 2011 book about a mother’s struggle to pursue a career while looking after her children becomes a very routine drama

Helen Garner and Richard Holmes among authors of nonfiction books that also encompass international terrorists and ‘ghastly literary men’

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation will give an ‘independent perspective’ into Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas ’ author’s 2005 suicide

Author and historian Andrew Lownie tells 'Marie Claire' to "never say never" when it comes to the Duchess of York.

Piyumi Kapugeekiyana’s tale explores repatriation and cultural ownership through a replica of the goddess Tārā

The book is a compelling exploration of Ani Zonneveld's journey across music, activism, and faith, and a call to action for those seeking tangible solutions to tackle patriarchy and misogyny within Muslim societies and beyond.

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister has staked his reputation on recognising that our relationship with the European Convention on Human Rights isn’t working. His unassailable record as a defender of those rights must be brought to full force to save our immigration system from itself

Angie Thomas’s The Hate U Give was taken off year 10 reading list at Budmouth Academy after parent complained