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|category=listscomments|title=Top Ten History Books 2015From Sci Fi to Reality: How Dreams Turn Into Innovations|summary= We seem to be celebrating a lot of anniversaries The gap between sci- fi and reality is not so big anymore. You don’t have to go that far back in time to see huge developments in technology. For example, the books which accompany them - at the momentsmartphone has been around for over 10 years now, but if you don’t have one in selecting our top ten history today’s society, you’d either be seen as crazy or just out of touch.}}{{newfeature|category=comments|title=5 Great AI books of 2015 we've tried to give as wide a selection read in 2020|summary=Artificial intelligence (AI) has expanded into one of periods and subjects as possible the most important technologies in human history. It comes with so that there's something many benefits, from improving the efficiency of simple, basic tasks to appeal helping to everyone. Here they are in alphabetical order solve advanced problems by authorquickly analyzing large data sets.
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|title=Top Ten A Baker's Dozen of Books for Confident Readers 2015to Keep the Kids Occupied When They Can't Go Out|summary= Are you running out of inspiration for what to do with the kids when they can't go out? We stayed 've come up late and ''argued'with a baker' about which s dozen of books should be included in this top ten - and as 2015 has been rich in good books it wasn't an easy jobto give you some brilliant ideas. But - we finally managed to pick just ten and here they are in alpabetical order by author
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|title=Top Ten Picture Self-Published Books 20152019|summary= We really struggled to pick just ten picture books from the brilliant editions we've seen some cracking self-published books this year and some they're all books which compare well with traditionally-published books in the same genres. We really couldn't narrow the choice down any further - so this year's top ten consists of our personal favourites had to be left out, but eleven books and here they are , in alphabetical order, by author...
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|category=interviewscomments|title=The Interview: Bookbag Desiree Villena Talks To John SearanckeBookbag About 5 Key Tips for Writing a Critical-Yet-Fair Book Review|summary=Sue was impressed by John SearanckeWriting a book review isn's story of his father's wart difficult, you know, [[Prunes for Breakfast by John Searancke|Prunes for Breakfast]] and she had quite but there are a few questions for John when he popped into Bookbag Towersthings you need to keep us in mind. Desiree Villena gives us five tips.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Chris CalderMelanie Martin|summary=Ani enjoyed |summary=In [[Celeste Three is Missing War and Love: A family's testament of anguish, endurance and devotion in occupied Amsterdam by Chris CalderMelanie Martin|War and Love: A family's testament of anguish, endurance and devotion in occupied Amsterdam]] and thought it was Melanie Martin reconstructs what happened to her family in occupied Amsterdam in WWII. It's a good, slow burning escapist thrillerhighly compelling if occasionally shocking read. She Days after she finished the book Sue could not stop thinking about what she had quite a few questions for read and was delighted when the author when he popped in agreed to see uschat with her.
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|category=newsletterscomments|title=October 2015 NewsletterFraming the Brexit narrative: immigration, myths and public perception|summary= Hi, hello, and Loobna Joomun looks at how the devil are you? Good, we hope! The wait Brexit is over and we now know that Marlon James [http://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/oct/13/marlon-james-wins-likely to affect thepublishing industry -man-booker-prize-2015 won the Booker Prize 2015]. He's the first Jamaican to win and we couldn't be happier for him. Ani loved [[A Brief History of Seven Killings by Marlon James]], calling it ''multi-layered epiphany of a novel'' and if you haven't read it already, you really, really should. You can also find our reviews of all the short listed books [[Man Booker Prize 2015|here]]. They're all fabulouswider country.
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|category=interviewscomments|title=The Interview: Bookbag Greg Hickey Talks To Sandy HogarthBookbag About The Old Guard of Dystopian Fiction|summary=Rebecca enjoyed [[The Glass Girl by Sandy Hogarth]], an exploration of the psychological effects of sexual trauma Where do you go when you move beyond classics like ''1984'' and relationship betrayals. She had quite a few questions for the author when she popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to us.''Brave New World''?
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|category=interviewslists|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Frances BrodyTop Ten Self-Published Books 2018|summary=Sue is a longChoosing the top ten self-standing fan of Frances Brodypublished books we read in 2018 was difficult as we's Kate Shackleton mysteriesre constantly surprised at just how good some self-published books are. She thought that the latest - [[A Death Here's our final top ten in the Dales alphabetical order by Frances Brody|A Death in the Dales]] - was ingenious, well researched and a darned good readauthor.. There were quite a few questions when Frances popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|category=interviewscomments|title=The Interview: Bookbag James Donald Talks To Jill ThrussellBookbag About The Death Of Norman Breyfogle|summary=Ani thought that [[I'll Meet You In Heaven by Jill Thrussell|IOne of the finest storytellers you'll Meet You In Heaven]] was a story ve never heard of love, loss and new beginnings which would be a great comfort to those who have suffered loss. She had quite a few questions for author Jill Thrussell when she popped died in to see usSeptember 2018 at the age of 58.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Kim Staflund AgainMelissa Leet|summary=Sue's always been just a little bit keen to avoid the limelight, so was impressed when Kim Staflund's latest book, she read [[Successful Selling Tips for Introverted Authors Landslide by Kim StaflundMelissa Leet|Successful Selling Tips for Introverted AuthorsLandslide]] landed on her desk she ''devoured'' by Melissa Leet and was surprised to find that it and was a debut novel. She had quite a few questions to ask the author for Melissa when she popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|category=interviewscomments|title=The Interview: Faiz Kermani talks to Bookbag Talks To Matt Addisabout how a blue frog is helping Malawi's vulnerable children to live safe, healthy and happy lives|summary=Sue Every child has spent some very indulgent hours recently listening a right to books narrated by Matt Addis. Most recently she's wallowed in [[Rape of the Fair Country by Alexander Cordell|Rape of the Fair Country]] and [[The Hosts of Rebecca by Alexander Cordell|The Hosts of Rebecca]], both by Alexander Cordell, which she thought were amazing. When Matt popped into Bookbag Towers she wanted to know how it was all done.medical care
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|category=newsletterscomments|title=September 2015 NewsletterAbi Silver Talks To The Bookbag About A Few Of Her Favourite Things|summary= Well, they say summer is the silly season ''We could definitely make a flying car – but so much has been happening since we last wrote! And so much of what has been happening has tied into that's not the world of books in our thoughtshard part. MPsThe hard part is, given how do you make a free vote, [http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/mps-overwhelmingly-reject-plans-to-legalise-assisted-dying-for-people-with-terminal-illnesses-10496918.html rejected] an assisted dying bill. And flying car that made us remember beloved Terry Pratchett, who so strongly [http's super safe and quiet?''://www.theguardian.com/society/2010/feb/02/terry-pratchett-assisted-suicide-tribunal supported] the idea. We miss you, Terry.Elon Musk
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Antony Wootten AgainDaniel Peltz|summary=After Sue wasn't expecting to enjoy a novel about a ''building'', but was surprised by just how compelling she finished reading found [[The Grubby Feather Gang (Bigshorts) Indomitable Chiesa di Santa Maria by Antony WoottenDaniel Peltz|The Grubby Feather GangIndomitable Chiesa di Santa Maria]] Sue couldn't get the characters out of her mind. The book had given her There was a lot to think chat about and she had quite a few questions for when author [[:Category:Antony Wootten|Antony Wootten]] when he Daniel Peltz popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to us.
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|category=newslettersinterviews|title=August 2015 NewsletterThe Interview: Bookbag Talks To Chit Dubey|summary= Hi, hello Sue was quietly impressed when she read [[21 Doors to Happiness: Life Through Travel Experiences and how are you? Good, we hope. We have some summer reading recommendations for you Meditation by Chit Dubey]] as ever this monthit chimed with her personal view of life. If you haven't been on your holidays yet, hopefully there's something there you'd like She was delighted when Chit Dubey popped into Bookbag Towers to take with you. If you have, well, you can still take a look - perhaps for some reading in the garden during the long eveningschat to us. Either way, happy summer reading everyone!
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|category=newsletterscomments|title=July 2015 NewsletterMelita Thomas Talks To Bookbag About The King's Pearl: Henry VIII and his Daughter Mary|summary= How are you all doing with the summer weather? Aside from sweltering and moaning, Melita Thomas tell us that is. We can allow you to swelter but not to moan about it. Sorry! Did you watch Wimbledon? As we write, the tournament is still ongoing, so our fingers are still crossed for Andy Murray, as they were for our fabulous footballing lionesses. We need to review more books about sport, we really do.Mary was a true Renaissance Princess
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Sarah BourneElizabeth Fox and Martin le Comte|summary=When she read Peter thought that [[Two Lives The Ten Golden Rules of Leadership by Sarah BourneElizabeth Fox and Martin le Comte|Two LivesThe Ten Golden Rules of Leadership]] Rebecca thought that author Sarah Bourne was definitely going to be one to follow. They had the best book on leadership he'd ever read and he couldn't resist asking authors Elizabeth Fox and Martin le Comte quite a lot few questions when they came to chat about when Sarah popped into Bookbag Towersto chat to us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To John PiperGabe Riggs|summary=Ani was impressed when she read John Piper's Luke thought that [[Hibernia Unanimis: "Pro Deo, Rege et Patricia, Hibernia Unanimis" (For God, King and Country, Ireland is United) Punk Love Foucault by John Piper|Hibernia UnanimisGabe Riggs]] was an intense, emotional and she had quite visceral read that illuminates and educates with a few questions strong voice and clear, capable prose. There was a lot to ask the author talk about when he Gabe popped into Bookbag Towersto chat to us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Gerry BrownSandra Aragona|summary=Sue thought that loved Sandra Aragona's lightly-fictionalised [[The Independent DirectorSorting the Priorities: The Non-Executive Director's Guide to Effective Board Presence Ambassadress and Beagle Survive Diplomacy by Gerry BrownSandra Aragona|The Independent Director: The Non-Executive Director's Guide to Effective Board Presenceautobiography]] was fascinating and certain to become the go-to book for anyone thinking about taking on an independent directorshipof life as a diplomatic spouse. There were quite was a few questions lot that she wanted to ask about when author Gerry brown Sandra popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to us.
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|category=newslettersinterviews|title=June 2015 Newsletter|summary=Hi, hello and how the devil are you? The days are getting long and for us here at Interview: Bookbag, it means the evenings are perfect for reading. Hopefully you feel the same and hopefully this newsletter will give you some ideas about what to read next. So, what's been going on in the book world? Well, there's been a flurry of laureate-related news. Firstly, the redoubtable [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33046917 Chris Riddell has taken over] from the equally redoubtable Malorie Blackman as the new Children's Laureate. Hooray! We love Chris. He says he wants to put ''visual literacy'' front and centre during his tenure and he'd love to see children drawing every day. So would we. Good luck, Chris.}}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=May 2015 NewsletterTalks To K J Lawrence|summary=Hi, hello, how goes it with you? Post-election blues? Or post-election euphoria? Or simply thankful it's all over for another five years? Whichever, it's good to get back to talking about books, right? Right?! Penguin are hoping to raise £25,000 for the Teenage Cancer Trust through their [http://penguinblog.co.uk/2015/05/05/a-night-of-infinities/ Night of Infinities] on 26 June. Over the past three years, millions of people around the world have connected with the story of Gus and Hazel in John Green’s life-changing Sue was delighted when she read [[The Fault in Our Stars Cossack by John GreenK J Lawrence|The Fault in Our StarsCossack]]as it restored her faith in the thriller genre. Night of Infinities is a a UK and Ireland wide When the author, TFiOS-themed sleepover that will include all sorts of online fun. The Teenage Cancer Trust does remarkable workK J Lawrence, so if you know anyone that might like popped into Bookbag Towers to take partchat to us, do let them know.Sue had quite a few questions ready!
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|category=newslettersinterviews|title=April 2015 NewsletterThe Interview: Bookbag Talks To Stuart Burrell|summary=Hi there! Spring is in the air! IsnSue found Start Burrell't it a relief? Politics is also in the air. Theres book [[Twelve Times To The Max: One Man's a general election campaign onJourney to, in case you hadn't noticed. Somewhat less and Recollections of a relief for many, we fear. If youSetting Twelve Verified World Records by Stuart Burrell|Twelve Times To The Max: One Man're looking s Journey to escape Cameron, Milibandand Recollections of, Farage et alSetting Twelve Verified World Records]] an inspiring, and are looking for anything to feel-good read that isn't a party manifesto, stick with us. We have some great book recommendations for you this month. In other news, author David Nicholls says that browsing bookshops then buying online is a genteel form of shoplifting. Do you agree? We think bookshops are precious so we are inclined She wanted to know more when Stuart popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to concur. Having said that, there's nothing wrong with a choice of formatus. Not everybody feels the same way about books as objects. Perhaps, rather than the gladiatorial combat Nicholls describes, it would be better if people browsed in bookshops and then chose the physical book or a download at the checkout?
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To John KempWes Stuart|summary=Sue thought that John Kemp’s book Luke enjoyed the combination of compellingly-written science fiction which blends themes of innocence and growth with some well depicted moments of horror in [[Caring for Shirley My Name is Sam by John KempWes Stuart|Caring for ShirleyMy Name is Sam]] was a remarkably upbeat, life-affirming read considering that it was about looking after his wife who was suffering from dementia and no longer recognised him as her husband. it’s probably one of the most feared fates as you get older, and Sue he had plenty to discuss with John Kemp quite a few questions for author Wes Stuart when he popped into Bookbag Towersto chat to us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Michael PronkoB C R Fegan|summary=Rebecca enjoyed Michael Pronko's whimsical, poetic Sue giggled like a child when she read [[Beauty Henry and Chaos: Slices the Hidden Treasure by B C R Fegan and Morsels of Tokyo Life by Michael Pronko|essays on Tokyo lifeLenny Wen]] and she had quite : it's a good story with some valuable lessons. It was a few questions for the author real pleasure to chat to writer B C R Fegan when he popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Tricia Callow, sister of Lesley J NickellAnnie Ingram|summary=Ani is an enthusiast about 15th and 16th century history Very few people believe that dogs can talk so it was something of a relief when Sue met author, Annie Ingram. She has lengthy conversations with her cocker spaniel Kammie and enjoyed the different approach to the Wars of the Roses which she found has shared them with us in her [[The White Queen of Middleham: Sprigs of Broom 1 Conversations with Kammie by Lesley J NickellAnnie Ingram|book]]. She'd have loved There was a lot to talk about when she popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to Lesley, but unfortunately she died in 2013. Fortunately, Lesley's sister, Tricia Callow had the answers to many of Ani's questionsus.
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|category=newslettersinterviews|title=March 2015 NewsletterThe Interview: Bookbag Talks To Stephan Santiago|summary=Hello dear readers. We hope you're well and that winter is slowly seeping from your bones. This last month has brought sad news. Sir Terry Pratchett, creator of Discworld and advocate of right to die reform, [http://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/mar/15/sir-terry-pratchett-1948-2015-an-appreciation has died]. Lovely Sir Terry, whose stories satirised every aspect of the modern world and the human condition but who, in person, Ani was kind and funny and twinkly, without a nasty bone in his body. We are all a little bit less without him. }}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=February 2015 Newsletter|summary=Hi, hello, and how the devil are you? Reading feverishly, we hope. As ever, we've rounded up our favourite books out this month and hopefully you'll find something you - or your children - will enjoy in the picks. The first reviews for the film adaptation of quietly moved by [[Fifty Shades Of Grey Returning Home by EL JamesStephan Santiago|Returning Home]] are out. Most are suggesting that the film is better than the book. It's a polarising volume, isn't it? Our reviewer Zoe is in the positive camp but and there are many who aren't. It will be interesting were several points she wanted to discuss with author Stephan Santiago when he popped into Bookbag Towers to chat to see what readers think: few of us ''ever'' prefer the film to the book.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Virginia BurgesTessa Buckley|summary=Rebecca thought that Jill's really taken by author Tessa Buckley's mystery and family drama series, Eye Spy Investigations and enjoyed [[The Virtuoso Eye Spy II by Virginia BurgesTessa Buckley|The VirtuosoEye Spy II]] was a sensitive portrayal of a life in transition. She had There were quite a few questions for Tessa when author Virginia Burges she popped into Bookbag Towersto chat to us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To P J DavittSaqib Noor|summary=Jill thought that Sue laughed and cried when she read [[One Shot at Glory Surgery on the Shoulders of Giants: Letters from a doctor abroad by P J DavittSaqib Noor|One Shot at GlorySurgery on the Shoulders of Giants: Letters from a doctor abroad]] was , touched and humbled by a truly relatable story about football hopefuls and author P J Davitt makes it warts and allman who has provided medical aid in some of the neediest parts of the world. She had quite a few questions she wanted to ask when Paddy author Saqib Noor popped into Bookbag Towersto see us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Nigel McCleaJohnny Ringwood|summary=Sue thought that Peter enjoyed [[A Word Glittering with Spikes Cargoes & Capers: The life and times of a London Docklands man by Nigel McCleaJohnny Ringwood|A Word Glittering with SpikesCargoes & Capers]] was a longwith its memories of life in the East End and stories how the author, indulgentJohnny Ringwood, romantic read and she turned his life around. He had quite rather a few lot of questions for author Nigel McClea when he Johnny popped into Bookbag Towers.}}{{newfeature|category=comments|title=Leonce Gaiter Talks To Bookbag About Why Men Are Only 20% of all Fiction Readers|summary=Leonce Gaiter is a prolific African American writer and proud Harvard Alum. His writing has appeared in the NYTimes, NYT Magazine, LA Times, Washington Times, and Washington Post, and he has written two novels. His newly released novel, [http://bit.ly/ZyqSuN In the Company of Educated Men] is a literary thriller with socio-economic, class, and racial themesto chat to us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To R D ShanksIsabella Davidson|summary=Ani Sue was quietly impressed grabbed by debut author Rachael Shanks' [[A Reverie of Brothers The Beta Mum: Adventures in Alpha Land by R D Shanks|A Reverie of Brothers]] and she had quite a few questions when the author popped into Bookbag Towers.}}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=January 2015 NewsletterIsabella Davidson|summary=Hi, hello and a very happy New Year. May 2015 be healthy, happy and fulfilling for each and every one of you. We have the most wonderful book story for you this month. For the last three years, an anonymous artist has been leaving sculptures made from old books in and around Edinburgh. The sculptures are absolutely beautifulBeta Mum: delicate, evocative, inspiring. We at Bookbag love a bit of book art. Anf finally, the artist has spoken Adventures in an [http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-30697553 interview with the BBCAlpha Land]]as soon as she started reading. She still doesn't say who she is, though! We love this story.}}{{newfeature |category=interviews |title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Femi Bolaji |summary=Sue was moved when she read [[God Tells the Sun decided to Shine: An Amazing Story of Love and Forgiveness by Femi Bolaji|God Tells the Sun tackle author Isabella Davidson about what it means to Shine: An Amazing Story of Love and Forgiveness]] and there were was quite be an alpha or a bit to chat about beta mummy when author Femi Bolaji popped into Bookbag Towers. }}{{newfeature|category=comments|title=Chris Priestley Talks To Bookbag About A Christmas Carol And The Inspiration For The Last of the Spirits|summary=Jim was blown away when he read [[The Last of the Spirits by Chris Priestley|The Last of the Spirits by Chris Priestley|The Last of the Spirits]] and he was delighted when author Chris Priestley she popped into Bookbag Towers to chat about itto us.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Alan KennedyLizzy Mumfrey|summary=Jill thought that Sue was stunned by [[Lucy Fall Out by Alan Kennedy|LucyLizzy Mumfrey]] was a vivid, clever story of love, art, war and missed opportunitiessimply couldn't put the book down. She and author Alan Kennedy had quite a bit to chat about whole list of questions for the author when he she popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Dee BlickHugo Driscoll|summary=When Sue finished reading thought that [[The Ultimate Guide to Writing and Marketing a Bestselling Book - on a Shoestring Budget Seven Days with You by Dee BlickHugo Driscoll|The Ultimate Guide to Writing and Marketing a Bestselling Book on a Shoestring BudgetSeven Days With You]] she was enthused to write a book - until she realised quick but surprisingly deep read which looks sensitively at young love and terminal illness and that she was one of the few people who didnit't have a book inside her - but there s more uplifting than you might expect from that description! There was still a lot to talk chat about when author Dee Blick Hugo Driscoll popped into Bookbag Towers.}}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=November 2014 Newsletter|summary=Hi, hello and how are you? November 17-21 was Anti-Bullying week here in the UK. And we were really happy to see the world of books get involved. Penguin launched a campaign called Choose Kind that ties in with the gorgeous [[Wonder by R J Palacio]], a book about a disfigured young boy attending school for the first time. We at Bookbag are all for anything that tries to inspire all people to be a little bit kinder to each other and so we'd like to add our voice to the chorus asking everyone to #choosekind.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Konstantina Sozou-KyrkouMichael Pronko About ''The Last Train''|summary=Sue enjoyed was very impressed by [[Black Greek Coffee The Last Train (Detective Hiroshi) by Konstantina Sozou-KyrkouMichael Pronko|Black Greek CoffeeThe Last Train]], a series of short stories which look at the darker side of Greek domestic life and thriller set in Tokyo. she had quite a few questions for author [[:Category:Michael Pronko|Michael Pronko]] when Konstantina he popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Christopher BowdenDavid Windle|summary=Jill thought that After reading [[The Green Door Spudboy and Chip by Christopher Bowden|The Green DoorDavid Windle]] was an absorbing,evocative and truly enjoyable readJill wants a potato superhero. She had There was a few questions for lot to talk about when the author Christopher Bowden when he popped into Bookbag Towers.}}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=October 2014 Newsletter|summary=Hello! How's it going? What have you been reading? There's so much good stuff about that we bet you are spoiled for choice. Read on for some of our recommendations for a fabulous reading experience this month. However, you don't have to wait until the end of the month to find out which books we're enjoying. You can always follow us on [https://twitter.com/TheBookbag Twitter], where we post links to reviews of the books we liked every single day. Get ahead of the Bookbag curve!
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Leigh RussellB C R Fegan|summary=Peter Jill thought that author Leigh Russell captured the atmosphere of the racecourse well in [[Race to Death (DI Ian Peterson 2) The Grumpface by Leigh Russell|Race to DeathB C R Fegan and Daniela Frongia]] was sweet, funny and he vividly illustrated. She had quite a few questions for Leigh author Bryce Fegan when she he popped into Bookbag Towers.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Matthew TreeSpadge Whittaker About Confessions of Modern Women|summary=Sue Jill thought that [[Snug by Matthew Tree|Snug]] ''Confessions of Modern Women'' was a deceptively simple novel with unsuspected layersboth fun and funny to read and occasionally bawdy to boot. It left her thinking There was a lot to chat about our colonial history and when Matthew Tree Spadge popped ino into Bookbag Towers she had quite a few questions for the author.}}{{newfeature|category=newsletters|title=September 2014 Newsletter|summary=Hi, hello and we hope all is well with you. Summer, what we had of it, is over. And it's time for the autumn books release rush. There's an awful lot of good stuff coming out over the next few weeks. Ian McEwan, Will Self, David Mitchell, Martin Amis, Sarah Waters, Howard Jacobson and Ali Smith all have new books to come. So keep an eye peeled on on the Bookbag homepage]chat to us. We'll be reviewing as much as we can as quickly as we can, promise!
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To P De Tormod V HencherBurkey|summary=Jill thought that Sean was impressed when he read [[The Leopard of Dramoor Ethics for a Full World or, Can Animal-Lovers Save the World? by P De Tormod V HencherBurkey|Ethics for a Full World or, Can Animal-Lovers Save the World?]] had an intricate and interesting plot with a vivid sense of time and place. She had There was a few questions for the lot to chat about when author when he Tormod V Burkey popped in to see usinto Bookbag Towers.
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|title=The Interview: Bookbag Talks To Ed StrawMarilyn Bennett|summary=JillSue's not easily impressed by political books but she did enjoy only problem with [[Stand and Deliver: A Design for Successful Government Granny with Benefits by Ed StrawMarilyn Bennett]]was that she would have loved to spend more time with the characters. She had quite a few questions for Ed when he When the author popped into Bookbag Towersthere was quite a lot to chat about.
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|category=newsletterscomments|title=August 2014 NewsletterKeren David Talks To Bookbag About Alternative Facts|summary=Ok. Hi. We hope all is well with all of you. World news this month has been ''so'' horribly unhappy and depressing, hasnKeren David Talks To Bookbag About #alternativefacts|summary=It wasn't it? Sometimes, it makes you feel utterly hopeless. We don't have any answers here at Bookbag but we do wish peace for all people in every country and we hope that one day humanity will achieve it. One possible way is, in the words of the proverb, to walk a mile in another man's shoes. Books can help us do this. Books allow us to see the world through until someone elseon Twitter tagged her book [[The Liar's eyes, to put ourselves in someone elseHandbook by Keren David|The Liar's place. They can be distractions but they can also be tools of comings-together. And it's in Handbook]] with #alternativefacts that spirit of comings-together that we bring you this month's newsletterKaren David realised quite how well the title and themes hit the zeitgeist.
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