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Sit, stay, roll over, fetch!

Shoe thief. Expert digger. Escape artist. If you've got a tricky canine in your household these books offer tips, tricks (yes, old dogs can learn new tricks) and strategies to turn them into a top dog.

Chickpea arrabbiata

Fast, spicy and delicious, this is the perfect midweek meal to put a smile on your face.

Your guide to Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon series

Here’s what you need to know about Dan Brown’s Robert Langdon series – including which order to read the books!

Meet the characters from The Thursday Murder Club

Get ready for antics and adventures from the Thursday Murder Club series. Refresh your memory on the characters from The Thursday Murder Club before you read The Impossible Fortune or watch the Netflix movie adaptation.

The Lightning Ridge Ladies: Book Club Notes

The heartwarming new rural romance from the bestselling author of Back to Birdsville.

Award-winning and shortlisted books of 2025

Discover some of the best Penguin Random House books of 2025 with this list of award-winning and shortlisted titles this year.

Spinach, mushroom and goat cheese toast

There’s something timeless about a tartine – a rustic slice of golden, toasted sourdough bread topped with simple yet vibrant ingredients. Just three ingredients have the power to create flavours that are earthy, tangy and satisfyingly rich.

Candied Orange Peel Chocolate Babkas

This babka recipe brings together the classic combination of chocolate and orange, creating a sweet, comforting dessert bread. The candied orange peel adds a delightful contrasting texture to this sweet and soft loaf.

Onigiri (rice balls)

Onigiri is real soul food. It’s perfect for picnics, weekend activities and family car journeys. Use this recipe to make as many onigiri as your heart desires, with filling or without (shio-nigiri).

Jamie Oliver’s Meatball Traybake

Hidden in these meatballs from Jamie Oliver are cannellini beans for an added fibre bonus. Using an old friend like meatballs to get some beans into your life is a tasty, nutritious win.

Gimme S'more Cake

Britney sang it and I (mis)heard it.

Books we’d recommend to Conrad Fisher

8 books Conrad Fisher would love (or learn from).

Olive Oil Cake with Peaches and Cream

Make this stunning cake and wow your guests at your next summer gathering; the cake is moist from the olive oil and stacked high with your choice of either whipped cream or buttercream, and fresh peaches.

Basil, Courgette and Pistachio Pasta

The perfect quick summer meal, this simple pasta dish uses only a few simple ingredients but is packed with bright, herby flavours.

Triple Garlic Crispy Chicken with Green Rice and Sauce

Full of depth and umami flavours, this crispy chicken is paired with a light herb sauce and a punchy garlic sauce to make an unbelievably tasty meal.

Tropical Prawns with Plantain and Pickled Shallots

This colourful Brazilian recipe from Ixta Belfrage combines juicy prawns with plantain in a rich and deeply flavourful prawn oil. If you're looking for the perfect starter for hosting, look no further.

10 black cat boyfriends from must-read books

It’s official: the internet has dubbed Conrad Fisher a ‘black cat boyfriend’. Here are a few other black cat book boyfriends to keep you swooning.

Starting School by Jane Godwin and Anna Walker colouring in

With its charming characters and engaging story, Starting School provides children with the comfort, confidence, and inspiration they need to take their first steps into the world of education.

Bangers and tomato rice

This one-pot tomato rice dish is topped with crispy bite-sized pieces of sausage, toasted rice and shallots cooked in the rendered sausage fat.

Roasted banana ice cream with choc fudge sauce

This ice cream is vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free (as long as you use gluten-free miso), so it’s great if you’re catering for people with different dietary requirements.

Penguin Fantasy Fest 2025 – a magical four-state adventure!

Four states, four sold out crowds, seven authors and over 850 fans made for an incredible two weeks that we will never forget!

Kevin in a Stew colouring in

Another hilarious picture book from best-selling author, Jacqueline Harvey.

These Jokes Will Annoy Every Dad find-a-word

These jokes will annoy every dad!

Spicy Garlic Butter Udon with Smashed Cucumber

There’s a love affair to be explored with spice and dairy, and this is the showcase for it!

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

When I posted my Crispy Smashed Potato Salad recipe in October 2023, it went viral, and everyone and their grandmas started making it.

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