Forgive me if this review is a little hard to follow. I am just wrapping up my first exploration of the mind of Haruki Murakami. And for those of you familiar with his work, you are hopefully equipped to confirm that his books exercise a strange domination over everything. So attempting to recall the details … Continue reading Review: Lost in a Good Book by Jasper Fforde
Given my horrendous photography skills, it is no surprise that I often look to the internet to fill in the gaps. Partly necessity, partly for the sheer joy brought on by the number of truly weird photos I come across. I've been saving up my favourites over the past couple of weeks and share them … Continue reading Just for Fun Friday: Weird and Wonderful Bookish Photos
Hi chaps! I hope that this post finds you well. Since I will be absent from the blogosphere tomorrow due to some crazy work hours, I wanted to drop by today with this week's literary updates. Enjoy! Top Stories 'Miscommunication, Or mismanagement?' - Smile Politely This is a really interesting article … Continue reading The Weekly Reader: 26/06/13
Today is the birthday of one of my heroes - the fantastic George Orwell. Steering clear of too much gushing (with difficulty), I am here today to pay homage to this literary giant. A man of formidable talents, Orwell is remarkable for his appreciation of human nature and understanding of its expression within social structures. … Continue reading Happy Birthday George Orwell!
Hi pals! In honour of that fact that I have finally made it to reading Kafka on the Shore, we are starting our week off with a little wisdom from the fantastic Haruki Murakami. Enjoy this last week of June, my friends. Read some books, drink lots of tea, and take a walk in the … Continue reading Monday Musing: 24/06/13
This review begins with a confession. After committing to working my way through my most recent book acquisitions before making further purchases, I caved. One bookshop trip later, a number of ongoing reads have been cast aside, usurped by new books of demanding presence. This is, I think, both the peril and pleasure of the … Continue reading Review: A Novel Bookstore by Laurence Cossé
One of the great personal tragedies of 2013 has been the departure of one of my very best friends, Lauren, to the exotic climes of Singapore. We have shared many memorable and completely bizarre experiences, not least a somewhat spontaneous backpacking trip through the Baltics. In mid-February. Among the greatest memories we share, however, are … Continue reading Just For Fun Friday: Literary History UK Style
Apologies for yesterday's absence (assuming you noticed, of course). Thankfully, I am finally getting back into the swing of existence, helped in no small part by some serious literary indulgence. I have got some truly fantastic reads on the go at the moment and am really excited to share over the next couple of weeks. … Continue reading The Weekly Reader: 20/06/13
In last week's edition of The Weekly Reader, I mentioned an interesting article about demands from Britain's independent bookstores for government assistance in combating Amazon's market dominance. I also declared my intention to forgo Amazon book purchases in favour of supporting the nation's bookstores (one week later and I am still going strong). I was … Continue reading A Book Buyer’s Guide To Bookshops
Happy Monday, chaps! I hope that you have all had a fantastically refreshing weekend and are ready for the week ahead. Now fully back in blogging mode, I have some exciting reviews and other literary-minded posts to carry us through June and into the height of summer. Please keep the post suggestions coming in - … Continue reading Monday Musing: 17/06/13
The Book Habit 