I last read this book 10 years ago. This is my third reading and it confirms my memory of the…
Orchids. Some people are completely obsessed with collecting and growing these (sometimes) rare and (often) ugly plants. One such collector…
There are so many characters in J K Rowling’s Harry Potter universe. All have their legions of fans. Hermione Granger,…
Question: what’s the best way to travel? Answer: with a bit of literary magic. Here are 5 more types of…
The Great British Seaside. Tacky arcades, rain, faded grandeur, rain, boarded-up buildings, ice creams and rain. Is there more to…
This is a remarkable black and white film, based on Alan Sillitoe’s short story which was part of a collection…
This 1932 novel often appears on ‘funniest book’ lists. When I read it back in 2010, I didn’t find it…
I was completely absorbed in this beautifully written story about family and identity. I can’t believe it’s the author’s debut…
3rd August 1905. Margaret Jane Williams was born. 34 years later, she lived in Rhondda, Glamorganshire and was a school…
My blog is 1 year old today! Blogging has turned out to be even more fun than I anticipated. I…