
I did away with ‘top tens’ a few years ago, and instead I finish the reading year with a recap of the books that are still speaking to me (less about four and five-star ratings, more about what has stuck). Continue reading

I did away with ‘top tens’ a few years ago, and instead I finish the reading year with a recap of the books that are still speaking to me (less about four and five-star ratings, more about what has stuck). Continue reading

Presenting the 2024 Commonly-Agreed-by-the-People-Who-Publish-Best-of-2024-Book-Lists-Before-December-31 top 60 books.
(This is my annual community service to book-bloggers – a list of the books that appear most frequently on the 55 lists that I listed on Best Books of 2024 – A List of Lists – enjoy!). Continue reading

01. The week began with a Reading Holiday – away with two friends; I read two and half books; had two glorious ocean swims; and basically the BEST, most relaxing time. The friend who hosted us (at Phillip Island) suggested that it be an annual event – hurrah! Continue reading

Everyone and Everything by Nadine J. Cohen Continue reading

01. Melbourne Theatre Company’s 37 – is it too early to declare my favourite play for the year? It will be hard to beat. They managed to create so many distinct characters in such a short space of time; examine big themes (racism; sense of community; loyalty); and the highlight, the choregraphy, that drew on a game of footy and Indigenous dance. Really impressive.
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Dear Dolly by Dolly Alderton Continue reading

Book (but the TV series was really, really, really good and you should absolutely watch it). Because: Continue reading

01. Had a big Saturday afternoon and evening at Rising: Continue reading

01. To say I am thrilled with last night’s result is an understatement. Continue reading

I did away with ‘top tens’ a few years ago, and instead I finish the reading year with a recap of the books that are still speaking to me (less about four and five-star ratings, more about what has stuck). Continue reading