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The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece by Tom Hanks
I picked up this book because I love films and I read Uncommon Type by Tom Hanks (short stories) last year but was underwhelmed by it. This, Hanks first novel, is also a bit lacklustre. It describes in detail how a movie is put together, (which I found interesting, what exactly is a Grip?) from…
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Weep by Eoin Brady
Weep: The Irish Epidemic by Eoin Brady Mr. Brady brings readers along on a brutal yet relatable journey along the eastern coast of Ireland, filled with moments of fun, desperation, and tension. The narrative will have you eagerly flipping pages to see how each set piece concludes, while simultaneously making you hesitant to turn the…
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Interview With Mendez
Mendez, a Jamaican-British writer, authored the semi-autobiographical novel “Rainbow Milk” in 2020. Scroll down for a recording of Mendez in conversation with Professor Rajani Naidoo. Image Credit: Christa Holka My first attempt at a degree was in automotive engineering (I lasted nine months), before I enrolled on a three-year acting course (on which I lasted…
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Book List: Windrush Day
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Windrush Day, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for all ages. In 1948, HMT Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury Docks, carrying the dreams, aspirations, and resilience of Caribbean migrants. These pioneers embarked on a transformative journey, leaving behind their homelands to shape the fabric of…
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Young Adult Books: Growing Up
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books about growing up!
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Young Adult Books: Fantasy
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult fantasy recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books!
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Young Adult Books: Romance
Not sure what to read next? We’ve picked some young adult romance recommendations based on some of our favourite young adult books!
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Book List: Refugee Week
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for Refugee week, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction for all ages. Refugee Week is a remarkable arts and culture festival that honours the contributions, creativity, and resilience of refugees and individuals seeking sanctuary. Originating in the UK in 1998, this annual event coincides with World Refugee Day, observed globally on June 20th. It…
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Book List: D-Day for Kids
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for D-Day just for kids, this book list contains fiction and non-fiction. You can read Community Memories of the War in our guest article!
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Book List: D-Day in Non-Fiction
We have curated a collection of recommended reads for D-Day, this book list contains non-fiction. You can read Community Memories of the War in our guest article!