Ha! Not my headline. You have the Tribune subs to thank for that little pearl x

Will check it out. Ta very much.

Why thank you, Mr Turner.

Fear not, I won't be swayed by fashion. Had one in 1989 and won't be returning to those shores. I'd look like Anita Dobson if I had one now :) Will ask LB to send you a parcel x

Looks tres chic. Apparently they’re making a comeback. Has Lee sent you a copy of Base Notes yet? Has a few tales of hairdressing and Holderness which you might like…

Is that… a perm?!

Totally. I understand that libraries need that format for practical reasons, but the majority of readers don’t like them at all. Too expensive and you can’t fit them in your bag.

Same. It’s causing havoc with the middle ear too, and balance / dizziness. Not sure what’s triggered it but have to take antihistamines every day right now.