Every month in the Believer magazine Nick Hornby notes down and writes about the Books he has bought and the Books he has Read. Anyone with even half an interest in books will appreciate that the two columns rarely match up. Strangers press books on him, reviews suggest a new title is unmissable, one book leads to another . . . Stuff I've Been Reading is less a collection of reviews than the diary of a life lived with books - books about the old East German secret police and the North Korean police state, books about Céline Dion and Charles Dickens, books about climate change and monogamous sex and the banking crisis, in fact all kinds of books that just happen to have taken the author's fancy. Nick Hornby is the kind of reader we all aspire to be: enthusiastic but discerning, settled on some favourites but curious about the new, an altogether eager guide through a multitude of great books. Be warned though: read Stuff I've Been Reading and your own Books Bought column is bound to rocket. Praise for Nick Hornby's Believer Columns: 'A treasure, an absolute joy.' Spectator 'As rich and varied as the world of literature itself.' San Francisco Chronicle 'Not only does it make you want to read more but it's also terrific company.' Metro 'Very entertaining.' Boston Globe
Nick Hornby
Nick Hornby is a British author known for his witty and insightful novels about relationships, pop culture, and the human condition. His most notable works include "High Fidelity," "About a Boy," and "Fever Pitch." Hornby's writing style is characterized by his sharp humor, relatable characters, and keen observations of everyday life. He is credited with revitalizing the genre of contemporary fiction and has had a significant impact on popular culture. "High Fidelity," a novel about a record store owner grappling with love and life, is perhaps his most famous work and has been adapted into a successful film and television series. Nick Hornby continues to be a prolific and influential voice in modern literature.
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