This is everything it promises to be; a memoir of secrets, lies and family love written in such an honest, open, captivating and truly moving way. Continue reading This week I’m reading: A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi
My favourite toy wasn’t really a toy at all; it was a box. What was so special about this empty box? Why did I love it so? Continue reading My favourite childhood toy: adventures in time and space
If I had to sum up this book in just two words, the phrase “darkly dazzling” fits the tone of both this book and Ruby herself perfectly. Continue reading How Do You Want Me? by Ruby Wax
Like Clare Balding, I grew up with pets. Unlike Clare Balding we didn’t have horses or ponies or occasionally have the Queen Mother over for lunch. Continue reading My Animals and Other Family
Voyage is that rare thing: a perfect dose of new nostalgia that welcomes you like an old friend. It may not be perfect, but we’re thankful it’s around. Continue reading Going on a Voyage with ABBA
Istanbul comes alive with Pamuk’s vivid recollections of his childhood Continue reading Weekend Reading: Istanbul by Orhan Pamuk
I’ve never actually read any Alan Bennett before, which is pretty shocking considering how much of a prolific writer he is. Continue reading A Life Like Other People’s
This month featured 80’s pop music,a robot arm, Agatha Christie and an attempt at writing a short story! Continue reading March Highlights from My Mashed Up Life
MY MASHED UP LIFE 