> Also, make sure you're signed up to the SC newsletter - it's currently London Literature Festival, and lots of music stuff going on/ upcoming too :)

> interesting! Also, didn't know she'd already published so many novels in Japan, but this is only her 3rd to be translated into English. I've only read Convenience Store Woman and VW, so I'm gonna check out Earthlings next. Also, I'm going to the Nikita Gill event at the Southbank Centre this Sat!

Oh! If you've read any of her books, then you'd have loved it! They covered so much, but I really liked SM's take on desire and family, and what normal vs abnormal means. E.g. in her new novel, men as well as women can give birth, so traditional ideas re: family are certainly challenged. Was really

Ah, that makes sense - yes, defo see how you feel nearer the time, next time (I'm like that with theatre/musicals, have to be selective lol!). Was defo great fun though! :)

Aww - thanks so much, Sage! 💙

For anyone who missed out last night, I'll also be teaching this again on Saturday 9-10.30 am BST. Still time to sign up if you're interested: www.mattkendrick.co.uk/live-worksho...

Thank you so much for ordering and sharing the book love! Hope you enjoy! 😊