Give a book this christmas

Best books… Susie Dent Countdown ’s lexicographer picks ...

YOUR 2025

by Lucy Jane Wood (£20, HB, Pan Macmillan) Annie Wildwood works tirelessly to be the perfect witch. As well as running the Celestial Bakehouse, she goes above and beyond to please everyone around her,

The best new books you’ll love

Best books… Nigel Planer The comedian and actor ...

Our books editor Zoe West’s favourite picks for the month