Oh Emma, this is delightful, and I am just so humbled to be included in such auspicious company! It has been the greatest privilege to meet you, twice now, and to feel the instant warmth of a kindred soul. If anyone is curious, there’s a little video on LiveStack where I go totally fan-girl, whispering “Emma Simpson is over there…!!”. And now I get to call her a colleague and friend.
I was in a tiny branch of Waterstones this weekend. Not even really a branch, a concession within another store. And there on the shelf was Breaking Waves. And I pointed it out to my young children, proudly telling them “my friend wrote that book!”, and my boy child (7) got all excited and said “oh yes! I’ve seen that one on your shelf, mummy!”. Anyway. I love these little slices of joy. Emma, you’re amazing. Have the best holiday ever. Also, we need to organise the next gathering. SwimStack?! Xx
If you're still picking from the TBR pile can I put in a vote for Hot Milk and Half a Yellow Sun? Both I read years ago but the stories live rent free in my head so vividly. Hot Milk you could probably do in a day.
Interesting points on Penguin Lessons - I've only seen the film (by chance!) and enjoyed it though no idea it departs so much from the book. So much of the films story relied on the professor being middle aged man with grief and other baggage, so can totally see how a younger character would change the meaning.
That’s quite a month! Missed you at the Women’s Prize, but there’s always next year. I was disappointed by the Salt Path Film, I didn’t think Gillian Andersen quite got it right. I am jealous you get to read The list of suspicious things for the first time I adored that book 🥰
Congratulations on your wedding anniversary, and what a perfect way to spend it drinking tea xxx
Sounds like a jam-packed month for you - bring on the holiday! So fun to dance in our cowboy hats last week.
Of your TBR pile I’ve read the Mermaid of Black Conch and it’s good! I’m not sure Tattooist is the best holiday read, and I wasn’t really a fan of the Miniaturist. I’d love to read Mother Mother so if you do get to it, I patiently await your review. Enjoy!
Congratulations on your china wedding anniversary and both of you surviving long enough! What a June! I’m looking forward to reading your book. Best wishes for smoother sailing on your holidays.
That is one very full life Emma. I was so thrilled to see you last week, you always bring something extra to every occasion. Let's have a co-working day soon xxx
Oh Emma, this is delightful, and I am just so humbled to be included in such auspicious company! It has been the greatest privilege to meet you, twice now, and to feel the instant warmth of a kindred soul. If anyone is curious, there’s a little video on LiveStack where I go totally fan-girl, whispering “Emma Simpson is over there…!!”. And now I get to call her a colleague and friend.
I was in a tiny branch of Waterstones this weekend. Not even really a branch, a concession within another store. And there on the shelf was Breaking Waves. And I pointed it out to my young children, proudly telling them “my friend wrote that book!”, and my boy child (7) got all excited and said “oh yes! I’ve seen that one on your shelf, mummy!”. Anyway. I love these little slices of joy. Emma, you’re amazing. Have the best holiday ever. Also, we need to organise the next gathering. SwimStack?! Xx
Oh you are so lovely, and super talented!! Such a pleasure to get to know you 🥰. As for SwimStack…hell yes!! @Amy I Beeson 🐝 are you in??!! 💙
Of course. Under a new moon would be my dream. Shall we make it happen? I can charge my car at your house.
Yes 😍
What a month Emma! 🙌🏻
If you're still picking from the TBR pile can I put in a vote for Hot Milk and Half a Yellow Sun? Both I read years ago but the stories live rent free in my head so vividly. Hot Milk you could probably do in a day.
Interesting points on Penguin Lessons - I've only seen the film (by chance!) and enjoyed it though no idea it departs so much from the book. So much of the films story relied on the professor being middle aged man with grief and other baggage, so can totally see how a younger character would change the meaning.
Thanks for sharing! X
Have a wonderful break Emma xx
Thanks so much 😍
Jeez! I got tired reading all the things you’ve been doing! I think your Taz looks like your sister!
And - I hope you have the art of swinging a billy with a gum leaf in, in your tea making tricks 😁
They have the same hair colour (naturally!!). Ok I need to hear more about swinging a billy with a gum leaf…
That’s quite a month! Missed you at the Women’s Prize, but there’s always next year. I was disappointed by the Salt Path Film, I didn’t think Gillian Andersen quite got it right. I am jealous you get to read The list of suspicious things for the first time I adored that book 🥰
Congratulations on your wedding anniversary, and what a perfect way to spend it drinking tea xxx
Sounds like a jam-packed month for you - bring on the holiday! So fun to dance in our cowboy hats last week.
Of your TBR pile I’ve read the Mermaid of Black Conch and it’s good! I’m not sure Tattooist is the best holiday read, and I wasn’t really a fan of the Miniaturist. I’d love to read Mother Mother so if you do get to it, I patiently await your review. Enjoy!
Ok great, will pick Mermaid & Mother Mother from the pile 😍 thank you!! 🙏
Congratulations on your china wedding anniversary and both of you surviving long enough! What a June! I’m looking forward to reading your book. Best wishes for smoother sailing on your holidays.
That is one very full life Emma. I was so thrilled to see you last week, you always bring something extra to every occasion. Let's have a co-working day soon xxx