The 6 most glaring edits to Roald Dahl’s books by publisher Puffin Author’s children’s stories have been rewritten to remove language deemed problematic The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023
In brief: Tomorrow Perhaps the Future; Queen K; Heiress, Rebel, Vigilante, Bomber – review A fascinating study of the women who chronicled the Spanish civil war; a superb skewering of the idle rich; and the story of the debutante turned IRA activist The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2023
Ned Beauman: ‘After reading Terry Pratchett, it feels like something is missing from most fiction’ The novelist on his lifelong love of William Gibson, discovering Norman Lewis and making peace with Austen The Guardian - UK · Feb 10, 2023
What is the Great American Novel? Here’s a Chicago writer’s pitch for ‘Gatsby’ Read any good books lately? Chicago Tribune · Feb 1, 2023
From Marilyn to Shakespeare: how well do you know history’s most bungled quotes? The internet is full of wonky attributions and made-up catchphrases, from real life and pop culture. Can you tell your Attenborough from your Armstrong? The Guardian - AU · Dec 24, 2022
At Boyne Resorts, the Kircher family has never stopped pushing the envelope Just a hundred yards or so from the scenic first tee of The Alpine Course at Boyne Mountain Resort in Northern Michigan, you'll find the entrance to SkyBridge Michigan , an engineering marvel that extends 1,200 feet, connecting the peaks of McLouth ... USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 21, 2022
‘A marvellous spot to give into temptation’: readers’ favourite literary bars, pubs and cafes From Robinson Crusoe to Faust and Cider with Rosie, our tipsters enjoy a tipple with literary leanings. Scroll down for the winner The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2022
Is bullfighting a sport? A visit to the Madrid bullrings raises questions, starting with: Should anybody even go? Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 12, 2022
Kit de Waal: ‘Life is too short to finish books I don’t like’ The writer on finding teenage inspiration in Flaubert’s Madame Bovary, Donald Sutherland’s reading of Hemingway and Sebastian Barry’s poetic prose The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2022
Make words count Pack a punch with short sentences, a few telling words will do the trick The Hindu · Oct 1, 2022
John M. Crisp: The end of 'the last serious thing' Good news is scarce these days, so when we find an example, it’s worth celebrating: Tribune News Service · Aug 22, 2022
From Tim Winton to Michael Robotham and Sarah Krasnostein, celebrated writers share their favourite re-reads Miles Franklin winner Tim Winton, crime writer Michael Robotham, non-fiction author Sarah Krasnostein and others share the books they re-read for inspiration, comfort and insight. ABC News · Jul 30, 2022
The importance of being Ernest: An attorney wins a Hemingway contest Joe Auvil, a Dade City resident, beat out 124 entrants. Auvil, who already shares Hemingway's passion for fishing, is dressing for the job he wants: "Every man wants to write like Hemingway," he said. WEKU · Jul 24, 2022
Attorney wins Ernest Hemingway contest in Key West tradition Some came in wool fisherman’s sweaters, and other contestants had sportsmen’s attire The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2022
Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 22, 2022 Annual Hemingway Look-Alike Contest Begins in Florida Keys The annual Hemingway Look-Alike Contest began in Key West Thursday, marking the 123rd anniversary of Ernest Hemingway’s July 21 birth. This year's competition attracted 135 portly, bearded men, who are endeavoring to prove their likeness to the famed American author. The contest is a highlight of Key West’s annual Hemingway…
The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2022 Annual Hemingway Look-Alike Contest begins in Florida Keys The annual Hemingway Look-Alike Contest has begun in Key West on the 123rd anniversary of Ernest Hemingway’s July 21 birth
Bangkok Post · Jul 15, 2022 Sri Lanka: A bad 'Band of Brothers' 'How did you go bankrupt?" Bill asked (in Ernest Hemingway's 1926 novel The Sun Also Rises). "Two ways," Mike said. "Gradually and then suddenly." Sri Lanka is much the same.
The Conversation · Jul 7, 2022 Five books to transport you to the Italian Riviera this summer With its sun-drenched olive groves, sparkling waters and vivid bursts of colour, the Italian Riviera has cast its spell on tourists, painters and authors since the 19th century. Lying in the northwestern corner of Italy, the Riviera stretches along the Ligurian sea and has inspired the likes of the painter…
Daily Record · May 13, 2022 Lanarkshire connoisseurs say 'sip, sip hooray' for World Cocktail Day! Chin, chin, it's time for gin! To mark World Cocktail Day, we challenged members of regional food group, Lanarkshire Larder, to create cocktails using the gins they produce from their own distilleries, and share their must-try recipes. Here are the results...
The Guardian - UK · Mar 23, 2022 The Marriage of Alice B Toklas by Gertrude Stein review – upstaged by wedding guests This fantasy ceremony for the modernist couple is too preoccupied with the famous men cavorting around them
Evening Standard · Mar 15, 2022 Ukraine war: Pub dedicated to Ernest Hemingway destroyed by shelling in Kharkiv The Old Hem’s owner has vowed to rebuild the pub after it was completely destroyed in Monday’s attack
The Independent UK · Mar 15, 2022 Iconic pub dedicated to Ernest Hemingway in Kharkiv completely destroyed in Russian shelling Two people who were living in apartments above bar died in attack
Tribune News Service · Mar 2, 2022 Review: 'Hemingway's Widow,' by Timothy Christian An observant biography about Hemingway's fourth wife, Mary, who gave up journalism for love.
Daily Record · Feb 28, 2022 Scots students given graphic content warning on Ernest Hemingway fishing book The University of the Highlands and Islands issued a warning to students about an Ernest Hemingway novel.