What Writers Read

Name: What Writers Read
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35 Writers on their Favourite Book

By Pandora Sykes

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What Writers Read by Pandora Sykes offers a delightful exploration into the reading habits and inspirations of well-known authors. It delves into how the books they've read have shaped their own writing and shares insights into the power and impact of literature. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, readers gain an understanding of the profound relationships between authors and their favourite books.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for literature and an interest in discovering the personal reading habits and recommendations of various writers. It delves into the books that have inspired and influenced them, making it a fascinating read for those intrigued by the tastes and insights of acclaimed authors, and it offers a peek into the literary worlds that shape creative minds.

In this inspiring love letter to reading and the life-changing power of literature, 35 writers share their all-time favourite books

In this inspiring love letter to reading and the life-changing power of literature, 35 writers share their all-time favourite books

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A WATERSTONES NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE MONTH

'A treat – one that will propel you on a journey of discovery' Independent

'Like the best kind of selection box' Irish Times

In this love letter to reading, curated by Pandora Sykes in aid of the National Literacy Trust, bestselling and beloved writers share their favourite books: the ones they hold most dearly, that they return to time and again, and that helped make them the writers they are.

WITH CONTRIBUTIONS FROM:

NICK HORNBY • RUTH OZEKI • ANN PATCHETT • BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH • MARIAN KEYES • ELIZABETH STROUT • DEBORAH LEVY • TESSA HADLEY • ELIF SHAFAK • GEORGE THE POET • LEILA SLIMANI • ALI SMITH • DEREK OWUSU • DOLLY ALDERTON • PARIS LEES • JOJO MOYES • MENDEZ • SEBASTIAN FAULKS • DIANA EVANS • MEENA KANDASAMY • LISA TADDEO • NIKESH SHUKLA • TAIYE SELASI • MONICA ALI • NINA STIBBE • CALEB AZUMAH NELSON • ELIZABETH DAY • SARA COLLINS • DAMON GALGUT • NAOISE DOLAN • WILLIAM BOYD • EMMA DABIRI • FATIMA BHUTTO • KIT DE WAAL

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This engaging collection of essays, praised for both its succinctness and the honesty of its contributors, has received acclaim for being thought-provoking and delightful. It serves as a thrilling source of literary discovery and is deemed an ideal gift for avid readers, blending insightful contributions with an enticing allure.

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ISBN: 9781526660381

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 208

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction Pandora Sykes

About the Author

Pandora Sykes is a journalist and broadcaster. She has written for the Sunday Times, Guardian, Vogue, Grazia and ELLE, is behind five No.1 podcasts and audio documentaries including the culture-shaping The High Low, and curates a monthly book club, Pandora's Books. In 2020 she published a bestselling essay collection, How Do We Know We’re Doing It Right? She lives in London.

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