THE BOOK IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN THE MOVIE

Some of our pupils across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 took part in a book/film-themed lunch time They strolled down our very own author walk of fame. Pupils enjoyed cinema treats while exploring a range of authors whose books have since become blockbuster films Our Year 12 and Year 13 A level English Literature students kindly helped out and spoke with the boys about their favourites A literary-ly wonderful lunch time!

AninterviewwithRyanProud,Year12ALevelLiterature student,onhisreadingexperiences.

I have always enjoyed reading because I find it fascinating to read other people's interpretations of the world. I chose to study A Level English Literature because I love to analyse the different ways and styles authors communicate their views, opinions and critiques of societies and societal issues Reading widely has also really helped me in all of my subjects, especially Philosophy, because it has broadened my understanding of abstract concepts, and why people think the way they do

My favourite book is The Outsider by Albert Camus, as it provides an absurdist view on day-to-day situations I am currently reading, and enjoying, Bret Easton Ellis’s American Psycho

AninterviewwithStephPeacock,HeadofReligiousEducation.

What is your favourite book and why?

My favourite book is Wuthering Heights. At A Level we looked at a theme called 'the Gothic' and this was one of the books that we had to read I really enjoyed analysing the text and looking at the different types of love explored within the book. I have read it many times since and always find something new to think about Interestingly, I don't actually think many of the characters in it have many redeeming qualities and are actually dislikeable but I love the book itself

Where and when do you most like to read? My favourite place to read is on holiday next to the pool, I enjoy sitting with my kindle, in the shade with a hat on and my sunglasses At home I would be more likely to read before bed to try and wind down before I get to sleep I try to set aside time to read about 10 pages each day, otherwise it is easy to lose yourself in the business of each day

Why do you enjoy reading? I enjoy reading as I find it a good time to relax and take my mind off other things that can be distracting throughout the day

What are you currently reading? I am currently reading 'The Lady of the Rivers' by Phillipa Gregory I enjoy reading historical fiction

How can you support your son's reading at home?

Allocate at least 20 minutes each evening to reading (maybe just before bed).

Read aloud with/to your son

Listen to audiobooks with your son