Best books
The best books to give as presents this Christmas
Authors and Observer critics choose the books they will be giving as gifts this year – and the one they’d like to find in their own stocking
11, Dec, 2022 @11:59 AM
Five of the best science fiction and fantasy books of 2022
A deep space community, a compelling critique of empire, a UFO novel like no other and more
Adam Roberts
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
Best science books of 2022
Preventing future pandemics, the secrets of the Higgs boson and the surprising roots of plastic surgery
Alok Jha
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best crime and thriller books of 2022
Ajay Chowdhury and Ian Rankin are among the authors of this year’s standout novels, including cosy escapes, dodgy cops and a murder told backwards
Laura Wilson
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best memoirs and biographies of 2022
Heartfelt memoirs from Richard E Grant and Viola Davis, childhood tales of religious dogma, and vivid insights into Agatha Christie and John Donne
Fiona Sturges
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best history and politics books of 2022
The newsworthy wit of Marina Hyde, the historical roots of British nostalgia, and two takes on a divided US
Alex von Tunzelmann
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best comics and graphic novels of 2022
A pandemic stream-of‑consciousness, an artist in the making and a bird society on the moon are among this year’s favourites
James Smart
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best food books of 2022
Memories of growing up in a takeaway, eulogies to pressure cookers and snacks, and the best of Jamaican and Indian cuisine
Rachel Roddy
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
Best fiction of 2022
Dazzling invention from Jennifer Egan, a state-of-the nation tale from Jonathan Coe and impressive debut novels and short stories are among this year’s highlights
Justine Jordan
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best music books of 2022
Black women in pop, British heavy metal, and the story behind Chirpy Chirpy, Cheep Cheep
Alexis Petridis
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
Best children’s and YA books of 2022
Journeys through music, history, magic and more, plus the standout books for young adults
Imogen Russell Williams
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
The best books of 2022
From Hanya Yanagihara’s epic novel to a brilliant memoir by Bono … Guardian critics pick the year’s best fiction, politics, science, children’s books and more. Tell us about your favourite books in the comments
03, Dec, 2022 @9:00 AM
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