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International Freak by M Syd Rosen review – the British Timothy Leary
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International Freak by M Syd Rosen review – the British Timothy Leary

Farquharson was a key member of the UK counterculture. Photograph: ShutterstockView image in fullscreenPiccadilly Circus, London, in 1969. He provoked anxiety and goodwill in equal measure.

6/30/2026 · 4 min read · 26 views
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Ambivalence by Brian Dillon review – an odd man out
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Ambivalence by Brian Dillon review – an odd man out

Brian Dillon's memoir, 'Ambivalence', explores his journey of self-discovery through literature and music after losing…

6/3/2026 · 4 min read · 48 views
Wimmy Road Boyz by Sufiyaan Salam review – an electric debut set on Manchester’s Curry Mile
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Wimmy Road Boyz by Sufiyaan Salam review – an electric debut set on Manchester’s Curry Mile

Wimmy Road Boyz by Sufiyaan Salam is a debut novel set on Manchester's Curry Mile, exploring the lives of three…

6/3/2026 · 4 min read · 62 views
‘I am very serious about being silly’: children’s illustrators on the art of storytelling
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‘I am very serious about being silly’: children’s illustrators on the art of storytelling

The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is set to open in London, aiming to elevate the status of illustration in…

5/30/2026 · 13 min read · 50 views
The best recent translated fiction – review roundup
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The best recent translated fiction – review roundup

A review roundup highlights several recent translated fiction works. Notable titles include 'Sisters in Yellow' by…

5/29/2026 · 3 min read · 53 views
The Vivisectors by Missouri Williams review – twisted love story from a cult writer
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The Vivisectors by Missouri Williams review – twisted love story from a cult writer

Missouri Williams's novel, The Vivisectors, presents a darkly absurd tale set in a decaying university town. The story…

5/26/2026 · 4 min read · 62 views
Crossing the Wine Dark Sea by Emily Wilson review – a masterclass in translation
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Crossing the Wine Dark Sea by Emily Wilson review – a masterclass in translation

Emily Wilson's new book, 'Crossing the Wine Dark Sea', explores her philosophy on translation and the connections…

5/26/2026 · 6 min read · 54 views
Tell us: what have you been reading this month?
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Tell us: what have you been reading this month?

The Guardian is inviting readers to share their book recommendations for the month. They are interested in both…

5/25/2026 · 1 min read · 50 views
Whistler by Ann Patchett review – a saccharine story of reunion
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Whistler by Ann Patchett review – a saccharine story of reunion

Ann Patchett's novel Whistler explores the reunion between a woman and her stepfather after decades apart. The story…

5/25/2026 · 5 min read · 50 views
Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller review – a blend of social realism and gothic horror
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Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller review – a blend of social realism and gothic horror

Hunger and Thirst by Claire Fuller intertwines social realism with gothic horror through the story of Ursula, a…

5/22/2026 · 4 min read · 50 views
The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson review – indie debut on the Women’s prize shortlist
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The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson review – indie debut on the Women’s prize shortlist

The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson is a debut novel that vividly recounts a Caribbean childhood in 1960s Bradford. It…

5/21/2026 · 3 min read · 36 views
Stephen Sondheim by Daniel Okrent review – a superb biography of the musical master
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Stephen Sondheim by Daniel Okrent review – a superb biography of the musical master

Daniel Okrent's biography of Stephen Sondheim offers a captivating blend of gossip and insightful analysis of the…

5/21/2026 · 6 min read · 43 views
Offseason by Avigayl Sharp review – wry comedy of a frazzled teacher
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Offseason by Avigayl Sharp review – wry comedy of a frazzled teacher

Avigayl Sharp's debut novel, Offseason, presents a wryly comedic take on the life of a frazzled literature teacher at…

5/19/2026 · 3 min read · 34 views
Smallie by Eden McKenzie-Goddard review – the stories behind the Windrush scandal
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Smallie by Eden McKenzie-Goddard review – the stories behind the Windrush scandal

Smallie by Eden McKenzie-Goddard explores the personal stories behind the Windrush scandal through the life of Lucinda…

5/18/2026 · 4 min read · 31 views
‘I’m so grateful I got to live these days’: A Ghost in the Throat author Doireann Ní Ghríofa on recovering from depression
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‘I’m so grateful I got to live these days’: A Ghost in the Throat author Doireann Ní Ghríofa on recovering from depression

Doireann Ní Ghríofa, acclaimed author of A Ghost in the Throat, discusses her new book Said the Dead, which explores…

5/16/2026 · 11 min read · 42 views
What If Reform Wins? by Peter Chappell review – a massive wake-up call
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What If Reform Wins? by Peter Chappell review – a massive wake-up call

Peter Chappell's book 'What If Reform Wins?' explores the potential implications of a Nigel Farage-led government in…

4/29/2026 · 4 min read · 37 views

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