Janet

I quite enjoy childrens book too, Kell. Classic/Deceased: I haven't read much pre-20th Century fiction, but I do love Shakespeare, and he is dead, so I'll say him! Adult Modern: Emily Barr Childrens Modern: Philip Pullman Author of your favourite book: My 'oldest' favourite is Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier. My new favourite books are either The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini or The Book Thief by Markus Zusac.

Me neither but I have a friend who devours magazines like Heat and Hello! Each to their own, I guess. I've never read a book written by a celebrity but I know Katie Price's books are popular - does she write them herself? I mean her fiction, not her autobiography. It's not fair on serious authors but until people stop buying them, there will always be a market for them, I'm afraid.

Finished The Road to Wigan Pier. Part 1 - 7/10 Part 2 - 3/10

The Road to Wigan Pier by George Orwell The

Sorry - I've only just read your PM to me about this. Yes, you can. I missed out on resubscribing (I don't have Paypal and did the first subscription through a friend's account) and they wrote to me twice and the second time said they wouldn't bother me again because they don't like badgering people. It was just that I'd been disorganised and I resubscribed by cheque. I look forward to my magazine - I think it's very interesting and I love the book club reviews at the end. I'm perfectly certain that if you email them with your details and explain you have no printer, they'll send you a free copy. My Mum also subscribes (but through U3A and she shares her copy with the other members, otherwise we'd share) and she emailed them with a problem and they were exceptionally friendly and helpful. It's worth a go.

Asperger Syndrome is a one of the autism spectrum disorders so you are both right. I agree - it's an excellent book. My 13-year-old son (who doesn't like reading fiction) absolutely loved it!

LOL - I won't hold you personally responsible if I buy it and don't like it.

I absolutely loved it too. I'm curious to see the film, although I'm perfectly certain it won't be a patch on the book!

That's a good idea, Jim. I like finding new words and then trying to introduce them into a conversation!

I remember watching a film of the same name years ago with Vincent Price in it - I guess it must be an adaptation of that story - unless they just pinched the title! I'm not one for short stories. I read A Quiver Full of Arrows by Jeffery Archer (also years ago - long before all the scandal surrounding him) - I think it must have come free with a magazine. One story about two people on a train and a chocolate bar sticks in my mind, but I can't remember any of the others.

I'm pretty certain my parents watched a BBC adaptation of this when I was a teenager. I seem to remember Timothy Dalton (sp? - he was a Bond) was Mr Rochester in it. I've not read any of this type of classic. I must try to remedy that later on in the year. Glad you enjoyed it so much.

Finished Strange Meeting by Susan Hill at the weekend. It's about WW1. The subject is beautifully handled and written. 7/10

Strange Meeting by Susan Hill The

I missed it too (although I did watch a clip on the official site a few months ago and was very impressed with Michelle Ryan). Apparently it gave ITV2 its highest ever ratings - not bad for a mid-week slot!

I liked the sound of it, but my reading has slowed down due to having to read so much for A Level that I didn't buy it. I've a feeling it's one of those books that'll start appearing in charity shops soon so I'll look out for it there. It's a Richard and Judy book, isn't it? Thanks for the review.

Hi Chrissy. I read PS I Love You last year (or was it the year before?!) and it was okay, if a bit predictable. Have you seen the film version? I have Where Rainbows End on my to read pile, but will probably wait for my holiday to read that.

I read one of hers - Shadows on the Mirror - absolutely donkey's years ago. I can't remember much about it at all actually, which isn't much help! Sorry!

That pretty much sums up my feelings too!

Thanks Michelle. Thanks for answering my questions. I'm sure you're right on this score - I'm pretty convinced there isn't one hidden anywhere inside me!

I'm another who hasn't read any of your books... yet (sorry) but my husband has recently read Vanish and absolutely loved it, so I've added it to my 'to read' pile. He's has only recently started reading for pleasure and he read his way through all the Michael Crichton books and then ground to a halt and someone recommended you - I bought him a couple more of your books so he's a happy bunny. Two questions from me (if that's not too greedy!) a) What made you decide to write in the first place? Were you inspired by something or someone? Do you believe the adage "there is a book in all of us"? I really don't believe there is one in me - if there is, it must be very well hidden!

I picked up her Fried Green Tomatoes... in Waterstones a couple of weeks ago, but then put it back because I'm trying not to buy any new books at the moment (ha ha!). I like the sound of this one.

I read this last year. The following were my comments on it. This is a book I

I'm glad you enjoyed it. This book seems to promote a very definite reaction - people either love or hate it! I'm in your camp - I thought it was great.

It's true that Mothers Day is in May in places like Australia, but I thought Boy A was a British book?

I finally finished the superb Mister Pip. 9