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Nick Hornby writes about the books he reads and the books he intends to read in this 2004 essay collection culled from Believer magazine, a McSweeney's publication.

Nick Hornby, like UK counterparts Helen Fielding and Irvine Welsh, struck worldwide gold with his novels. But a lesser-known short story of his is also worth attention.

Nick Hornby's latest novel, Juliet, Naked, returns him to familiar ground by once again placing music, art, the creative process and fan obsession under the microscope.

Four suicidal people form a makeshift family despite their lack of commonality and personality clashes in this brilliant novel by British writer Nick Hornby

Nick Hornby, like UK counterparts Helen Fielding and Irvine Welsh, struck worldwide gold with his novels. But a lesser-known short story of his is also worth attention.

Nick Hornby, like UK counterparts Helen Fielding and Irvine Welsh, struck worldwide gold with his novels. But a lesser-known short story of his is also worth attention.

Continuing the trends of Two Existential Love Stories, John Fowles' The Magus is an ambitious psychological tale of love and betrayal.

There are many small pleasures to be had throughout the formidable An Education, none greater than the performance of the young talent Carey Mulligan.

Though considerably different in scope and plot, The Sheltering Sky, and High Fidelity both beg us to reconsider love and existence in the modern age.

What happens when a financial worker leaves the city to vacation on a small island? For Blair Polischuk the change was dramatic. He became an artist.

An Education is the wonderful story of two people coming together and both walking away with a new outlook on life from the writer of High Fidelity and About a Boy

"For the first nineteen years of his life, Johnny Razor wasn't Johnny Razor at all. He was Malcolm Weatherly, and he was born in Mile End Underground station on the night

This seems to be the year for Asperger's Syndrome court rulings. So far there have been two important ones in the first three months of the year...

An Education depicts how pie-in-the-sky predictions for our futures can sock even the most sensible among us and represents the major arrival of actress Carey Mulligan.

An Education is based on Observer writer Lynn Barber's memoir, a recounting of a failed romance at the age of sixteen which nearly derailed her life and career.

Rodin sculptures, Old Masters' paintings, architectural elements from castles, cathedral windows and Tang Dynasty tapestries are showcased in this world-class museum.

A photographic biography explores the career of Twiggy, the world's first supermodel, through images by Ronald Traeger, Bert Stein, Sølve Sundsbø Richard Avedon and more.

Exhibitions at London's National Portrait Gallery feature famous scientists, the musician George Melly, sculptor John Gibbons, and super-model/actress, Twiggy.

Set in England during the early '60's, this brilliantly executed romantic drama recounts a young girl's enticement into adulthood by a charismatic and worldly older man.

A twenty-something Sydney party DJ is the central character in this sweet story about life and love.

What to do on Valentine's Day? How about a romantic dinner, hotel stay, special event, or gift idea.

The ferries plying the waters off the west coast of British Columbia provide travelers with a unique way to explore one of the world's most scenic vacation destinations.

24-year-old Carey Mulligan is being hailed by critics as 'the new Audrey Hepburn', following her breakthrough role in 'An Education'. Watch this space.

The thirties, forties and fifties were the great age of Meccano. With a Meccano set, a boy could make just about anything mechanical. Especially a model crane.

Looking for a Christmas present idea for a boy? Last year may not help, because boys grow up. But there are some good creative Christmas gifts that are graded by age.

Dan Begley's entertaining novel Ms. Taken Identity deals with relationships, writing and if men and women are so different after all.

The eastern districts of Sydney are spectacular with natural surroundings for walking, and enjoying alongside the culture that a city life portrays.

To learn about the aboriginal people of British Columbia, see aboriginal art work in downtown Vancouver and then head to Mission for First Nations history.

Friends, librarians, publishers, bookstores and published recommended book lists are great places to find suggestions for a well written and interesting book to read.

Getting around Vancouver is cheap with transportation options that include the Sky Train, Sea Bus, False Creek Ferries, and other convenient ways to tour the city.

Relegated to a cosmetic role on the battlefield as firearms became the death dealer swords still had a place in the worlds military

British universities are facing up to the challenges posed by universities in Asia and the Americas, with five higher education institutions in the global top ten.

Top quality hotels have terrific service, 5 star amenities, relaxing spas, and great restaurants. Be it boutique or large size, these are best luxury hotels in Vancouver.

Carey Mulligan makes a strong impression in An Education, expertly navigating the perilous love story of a headstrong teenager and a mature man who has much to hide.

This article contains a list of highly-readable books that will be meaningful and will stimulate discussion at your Young Adult book club.

In Part #1 of this exclusive interview, "Glago's Guest" production manager Doeri Welch-Greiner talks about working on the short, and losing her director to Bolt.

Published by McSweeney's and featuring stories by Neil Gaiman, Nick Hornby, and Jonathan Safran Foer, this collection is a showcase of great fiction for young adults.

Make this Christmas season fun by sharing these great holiday stories with students. Share Christmas stories, Christmas classics and fun Christmas story books.