Karen Carpenter (1950 – 83) was one of the most brilliant singers. Before the singing, she was a skilful and…
I enjoyed reading this memoir of a young socialist in 70s and 80s Britain. It will not be everyone’s cup…
An excellent collection of short stories about freedom from twelve authors. I was very impressed by how differently each author…
Do NOT read this book at bedtime. It’s truly terrifying. I enjoyed it but I was genuinely scared, because these…
I say, old sport. What a ripping story! Three cheers for Angela Brazil and her jolly schoolgirl tales! I have…
A brilliant, very moving memoir from journalist, novelist, producer and activist Paul Burston. He is the founder of the LGTBQ+…
What’s 70% police procedural, 20% Arthurian fantasy and 10% supernatural horror? The answer is Kingsrise, an unusual and sophisticated novel…
An autobiographical coming-of-age story set in 1940s colonial India. It had a dreamy, unsettling feel. Generally I liked it but…
I love music, especially electronic music, and I’m interested in science, so this book seemed like an ideal read. I…
‘Sometimes, love is an apocalypse.’ This novel has an unusual concept which elevates it and should appeal to readers who,…