Recs if you like The Dead...

Books recommended by musician Lucy Dacus, a solo artist and member of the band boygenius. Pulled from her goodreads list.

For the gurlies that want to read more classics but finish in a day

Alternative Xmas reading — think downbeat stories, family dysfunction, holiday loneliness, seasonal depression, black comedy. There's a gift from me to you under the tree in the comments.

Other winter-holiday books welcome as long as they're cranky!

Is your cynicism chronic? Check out my list Bleakness Is My Weakness...

classics literature written by irish writers

A list of books and stories that Ali Smith mentions in her own books and stories. I love Smith’s work and have only just thought to do this! I will update as I read and would appreciate input on any writings she’s mentioned that I’ve missed 🙏