In January, Emma Watson spoke of her pride in being part of the HeForShe movement. She told us that feminism is a matter for both genders, and has benefits for women and men. When Matt Haig expressed an interest in writing about gender, however, twitter descended. Why? Can a man not write a feminist novel?
Month: June 2015
Book Review: Pretty Girls, Karin Slaughter’s Chilling New Thriller
Slaughter’s meticulous detailing and vivid prose will keep most readers gripped – providing they have a strong stomach. For those seeking a psychological thriller you’ve come to the right place, but for Slaughter fans, it’s probably best to be aware that this is a crime master challenging herself rather than her readers.
London Technology Week : How is Technology Affecting Our Minds?
It's London Technology Week and therefore it's time to have a think about how Smart technology, wearables and the Internet of Things is changing us as humans. It's times to ask some questions. Is Google making us stupid? Is technology changing our brains?
6 London Lads Hilariously Described by Taylor Swift Songs
The hipster in Shoreditch, the City charmer from Tinder : here are 6 of the lads you meet (and sometimes *shudder* date) in London, as told by the songs of Taylor Swift.
Make Them Tea & Other Top Secret Intern Tips
Make Them Tea & Other Top Secret Intern Tips Almost a year ago I wrote about my musings over a graduate application. Back then I thought things were tough. There I was, plugged into my computer, working on my dissertation whilst job searching whilst watching the summer go by without me. And all I was receiving … Continue reading Make Them Tea & Other Top Secret Intern Tips
BookADay UK : From Beginnings to Ends
So many of these questions were answered by a) Harry Potter, b) crime fiction, and c) literary classics, d) fantasy and e) young adult… I've decided I'm splitting those off into their own little subsects. Some of the answers are in here anyway. And you'll be able to link through to the other editions once they're live.
Bring Back Derek? Not Signing but Not Watching Either
“It’s a beautiful day to save lives." 😭 #GreysAnatomy pic.twitter.com/xK7QQQPKJ6 — Lana_Jen☁️ (@lanajenpie) May 1, 2015 It’s the second Thursday since That Episode. The episode that ended the McDream. That caused a general fan meltdown. That resulted in a boycott, a Change.org petition, and a gazillion tweets calling Shonda Rhimes a monster. .@shondarhimes YOU ARE … Continue reading Bring Back Derek? Not Signing but Not Watching Either
Readership: Talking Books and Online Communities with Founder Sam Rennie
Led by Sam Rennie, Readership's platform puts readers at the helm of a new crowdfunding publishers. I spoke to him to learn more.
Fintech’s Badass Women
City A.M. has published the first Powerlist for Fintech and the result are in. Canary Wharf is full of the real movers and shakers in fintech... but where are the girls?
3 Money Facts about Gen Y Cos I Feel So Millennial Like You
Feel So Millennial Like You 3 Things About Millennials & Their Money Confident, self-expressive, liberal, receptive to new ideas and ways of living: these are some of the descriptions the Pew Research Centre in America applies to the generational personality of the millennial. Something they probably ought to add is our tenacity when it comes to … Continue reading 3 Money Facts about Gen Y Cos I Feel So Millennial Like You