So first, a reality check. I am writing this in the café of a huge skating/climbing wall/caving/high ropes complex on an out-of-town industrial estate. Thirty … [Read more...]

I had lunch with my editor on Thursday. I love having lunch with my editor. I mean, she wouldn't buy me lunch if she wasn't going to publish my novel, right? So … [Read more...]

I fell in love with James the moment I set eyes on him, just as I fell in love with writing as soon as I learned to use a pencil. It was a connection that felt … [Read more...]

Throughout March, The Ship has been with rights, looking for a second home abroad, and while I would be delighted to announce further deals, I can’t, as they … [Read more...]

So Robert McCrum is having to have a garrett purpose-built because he can’t afford to rent a separate office any more. Hanif Kureshi, Professor of Creative … [Read more...]