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2-3 June 2012 Attractions include: Medieval reenactment Festival of transport - from steam to vintage Tug of war (teams welcome) Daring trial and mountain bike displays Dog show Real ale festival with old dairy Country show stalls Extreme Falconry Circus performers Air displays British lawnmower racing grand prix ...and so much more - an action packed weekend. Opening Times: Sat: 10.30am to dusk Sun: 10.30am to 5.00pm Adult day entry: £6.00 day pass or £10.00 for the weekend Children (5yrs - 14 yrs) and concessions: £3.00 day pass or £5.00 for the weekend Family ticket 2 adults + 2 children: £15.00 day pass or £25.00 for the weekend Free entry for children under 5 yrs
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Welcome to the village directory Hi everyone, Spring is here and, as usual at this time of year, we have an abundance of bank holidays to enjoy! May also brings with it more community events so I hope you’re all keen to get involved out in that wonderful Spring sunshine. For those of us hit by Spring Fever, the long weekends also provide time to clear out, clean up and declutter! I spent most of Easter weekend in our loft, attempting the long awaited clear out! It’s strange how this time of year inspires us in this way, but it feels so good when you achieve your goal, although it may be weeks before we are completely clear of all the hoarded items destined for either Ebay or the Charity Shop. I must admit it felt great when I viewed the new clean space I had created, the loft looked wonderful, the rest of the house is now a tip! I was a little disappointed though that I hadn’t discovered any hidden treasures that might improve my bank balance! The whole process was very therapeutic and far removed from sitting in front of a computer screen for days on end worrying about deadlines! A big thank you to all the readers that have contributed to Wit & Wisdom this month, I now have enough material to last for some time, so if your contribution hasn’t appeared yet just watch this space, but please be patient as the longer items are more tricky to piece together. Have a great month!
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f your late summer flowering plants get too top heavy and flop just as they get round to flowering, or you end up half heartedly trussing them up with string and broken bits of bamboo cane (always an attractive look), then this year I dare you to try the ‘Chelsea chop’. It is a pruning method that’s best done around the time of the Chelsea flower show. It does take some ruthlessness, as it requires cutting back healthy happy plants when it looks like that’s the last thing they need, but by trimming them back by half now, you’ll get sturdier, bushier plants at the end of the summer. It’s hard to do; it feels like you’re irreparably damaging the plants – and it doesn’t work with everything. Perennials that only flower once, like Peonies won’t like it at all if you prune them like
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and skin samples from Merlin. Poor old Merlin was shaking like a leaf but some more bananas afterwards helped him forget. Dennis was just mad for the rest of the day! I enjoyed the escapade more than anyone else I think. It helped underline my point of how stupid goats are. Anyway, now we have to get medication into Merlin and as well as being timid he is the world’s fussiest goat I think- will not eat anything that has touched the floor, and does not like much apart from goat mix, hay, browse and bananas. And he sniffs everything for a long time before eating it so medicated bananas are not going to go well. If anyone has any ideas please let us know....
Hello Everyone, Mowgli here. I hope you all had a good Easter. Ebony and I didn’t get any Easter eggs (so unfair isn’t it? We would have loved some catnip eggs!) but we have enjoyed eyeing up all the baby rabbits in the garden. None of them have been brave enough to come into our cat run but we keep hoping!
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We have had some trouble with our silly old goats this month- Merlin became very itchy. This should be a simple thing to sort out in a household with 2 vets but we all reckoned without Merlin’s eccentricities. He is friendly and very good natured but terrified of being held. Any movement you make towards him to grab his collar or his horns and he is off leaping about like an antelope! Stealth was required and this was not the only problem- Dennis is so overprotective of Merlin that he tries to butt and bite anyone who is holding onto Merlin against his wishes. I appointed myself chief co-ordinator and yelled my orders from the shelf in the cat run. Clive was Chief Goat Catcher and Jane led a team consisting of helpers from the zoo who had to hide around the corner until Merlin had been caught. With the help of a bunch of bananas (probably not the best food for goats but Merlin will do almost anything for a banana) Clive caught Merlin by the horns, I miaowed my signal and the others came running in, caught and held onto Dennis before he injured anyone, and then took blood
It is getting towards the summer now when everyone will be taking their holidays. Ebony and I always hope that Clive and Jane will take us with them one year. Clive says no chance of that as I am so naughty I am bound to cause major breakages and disgrace (I don’t know what he is thinking about although I have to admit that right now whilst helping type this
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THOUGHTS The English Perception Written by Neil Kassell
A number of factors prompted me to write this article, although the real catalyst might surprise you. It wasn’t the UK’s avid support of the USA in several recent and contentious conficts, nor our expectations of winning all sporting contests and general delusions of grandeur; it wasn’t even due to the misfortune of having to watch an episode of BBC documentary Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents.
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In fact, what made me want to write about the way in which we English are perceived by the rest of the world was a quote by Ukrainian boxer Vitali Klitschko. In the wake of his successful WBC heavyweight title defence in February against Dereck Chisora, Klitschko said of the Brit, “He may come from Great Britain, but he’s no gentleman.” You can understand his point. Chisora slapped the world champion across the face at the weigh-in, and proceeded to brawl with fellow English boxer David Haye at the post-match news conference while Klitschko looked on, bemused. And no wonder. For all their aggression within the ring, the Klitschko brothers carry a very positive reputation outside of it; a reputation not dissimilar to that of the stereotypical English gentleman to which he referred in his quote about Chisora. It’s a perception of the English which is perhaps a little dated, and sadly not one which seems to remain outside of Hollywood films. Coupled with several notable political developments over the last decade, the “British holiday maker” behaviour has had a profound effect on the way in which we are thought of around the world. We are disliked for our lack of willingness to
engage in new culture, and for essentially expecting the natives of foreign countries to pander to our needs when we holiday. Anyone who has been to Benidorm in the last decade will recognise that it is little more than Blackpool with a warmer climate. Personally I prefer to visit places that have something unique to offer, but even then I feel almost ashamed of my nationality and subsequent association with binge drinking and partying; activities which have seemingly become quintessentially British in recent times. There are elements beyond the control of your average Joe which certainly have a large impact on this perception of our nation; going back as far as the Christian crusades and the domination of the British empire, but more recently our reputation as America’s lapdog has been as damaging as anything that we as individuals could influence. It is a frequently made satirical point that the United Kingdom’s last few years’ performances in the Eurovision Song Contest will testify to the effects of following the USA into war with Iraq. It’s not something we can affect, especially given that it is something which many Britons disagreed with at the time. What we can do, however, is stop treating Greek resorts like we treat our own city centres at night. In fact while we’re at it, we might stop vandalising our own country as if it’s an acceptable norm. Maybe then we might regain a bit of respect from the rest of the world, and Mr Klitschko can take on a British fighter in the ring who is a fighter only in the ring; and who acts like a gentleman outside of it.
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Wonderful Windows They keep in the warmth and keep out prying eyes, but window treatments are much more than a purely practical addition to a room, says Katherine Sorrell
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The cheapest and most subtle option for hanging curtains is undoubtedly a plastic or metal track. Double tracks can be used to hang both nets and thicker curtains neatly, while triple tracks allow you to use flat panels, perhaps of different fabrics, which can be pulled back and forwards in different combinations depending on the effect you want or how much light you wish to allow in. The more decorative alternative is a curtain pole – perhaps in see-through acrylic, slender stainless steel or pale-painted wood – and with pretty finials on the ends. On narrow windows or dormers, portiere (or swing-arm) rods are an alternative to fixed poles, while for a modern effect you could use tension wire, fixed taut within the window opening.
Curtains – fabric and style Whether you prefer minimal panels or swathes of fabric, it is best to take into account the architecture and size of the room, and of the windows, before opting for a particular curtain style. Grander curtains tend to suit larger, period rooms, while simple curtains are often best suited to modern properties. The way in which a curtain hangs is determined by its heading, usually created by a tape which is sewn onto the back of the curtain and pulled to form gentle gathers, smart pleats or a variety of other shapes. For a less formal look, however, there are plenty of alternatives. Tab- and tietops are often found on ready-made curtains, though they can be fiddly to draw. Curtains can also be hung from a deep hem which is simply slid over a pole, from large eyelets punched in the top (this looks great hung from a tension wire), from clips (magnetic ones are easy to use) or even just from hooks. Curtains can be made from practically any fabric, depending on your budget. The heavier the fabric, the better it will hold a fold, though very heavy fabrics will be too bulky for smaller windows. Very light fabrics will tend to look
A simple roller blind can make a pretty addition to any room. Boho Chic roller blind, from The Fabric Box (0844 8118280; www.thefabricbox.co.uk). Prices from £66. floppy unless supported by a lining. Lining is, in fact, always a good idea, as it will not only help the fabric hang neatly, but also protect it from fading, dirt and condensation. Thermal linings help retain heat, and can be as effective as double glazing, while blackout lining also blocks out light and some noise.
Blinds Once considered something of a poor cousin to curtains, blinds are increasingly fashionable, offering a clean-lined look that is sophisticated and laid-back yet still pleasingly tactile. What’s more, they tend to be far cheaper, as they require much less fabric – just the size of the window opening, plus hems. There are different options to suit different styles of room, many of them easy to make yourself or inexpensive to buy off-the-shelf. A roller blind in a neutral colour will blend into the background in a modern, minimal space, or could be used in conjunction with ‘dress’ curtains (fixed either side of the window) in a more formal room. Roman blinds pull up in lovely soft folds that give an attractive drape without going over the top, while fabric roll-up blinds which, literally, roll up
the home from the bottom and tie in position, show off their reverse, thus offering an attractive combination of two fabrics. When choosing fabrics, mid-weight, not-too-textured fabrics tend to be best for blinds, which need to roll or fold easily against themselves.
Shutters They may not be the obvious choice, and they are almost always more expensive than blinds or simple curtains, but shutters are good-looking in an unfussy kind of way and suit both old and new properties. They’re also great for privacy, for blocking out sound and light and adding an extra layer of security. Depending on the configuration of your window, shutters can be made as a single pair, bi-fold, tri-fold or whatever will fit, either full-length, half-height (café style), or tier-ontier, rectangular, tapering or arched in shape, and either set within the reveal or folding back against the wall. The plainest, period-type shutters have a timber frame and a solid centre panel – they can be painted any colour and complement a Georgian or Victorian home extremely well. American shutters have louvres that tilt up and down, offering privacy but also letting in light. Alternatively, for a highly contemporary effect, it’s possible to have shutters made from sleek aluminium or funky acrylic, which The secret of this Ninni Rund pair of ready made curtains from Ikea (0845 358 3363; ikea.co.uk), £49.99, is that they have comes in a range of gorgeous colours. both hidden tabs and a gathering tape at the top. by Katherine Sorrell
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Asparagus
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For those who’ve only ever considered asparagus as a luxurious accompaniment to a main course, it’s time to think again. This delicious recipe is simple to cook and the mild flavours of the mozzarella and eggs mean that the asparagus is still the star of the dish. Preheat the oven to 200°C/gas mark 6. Making sure the potatoes are clean first, boil them in salted water. Trim the asparagus, then cut the stems into 1cm slices leaving the spear as a piece about 8cm long. Add this all to the potato pan for the last 5 minutes of the cooking time. Drain everything and refresh in cold water. Thickly slice the potato.
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Whisk together the eggs really well. Dice the mozzarella and add to the eggs along with 40g of the Parmesan, the parsley, potatoes and slices of asparagus. Season generously with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Stir everything to coat with the egg. Lastly, gently stir through the spears. Heat a 22cm diameter oven-proof deep frying pan along with the olive oil over a medium heat. Non-stick would be great, otherwise one which is naturally seasoned. Pour in the egg mixture making sure some of the spears are sitting at the top. Leave to cook for around 10 minutes until the edges are starting to firm up. Sprinkle over the last 10g of Parmesan and slide the frying pan in to the oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the frittata is golden and firm.
Asparagus Frittata • 275g new potatoes • 450g asparagus • 5 large eggs • 200g buffalo mozzarella • 50g Parmesan, grated • 2 tbsp chopped flat leaf parsley • 2 tbsp olive oil • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Serves 4-6 Preperation time 10 minutes Cooking time 20 minutes
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Sorrel Every month I update the “In Season” produce for this item, assuming that most items are relatively easily sourced, but last year when Sorrel came into season I received a call from a reader that was having great difficulty in finding any. So I took upon the quest to find a local source of Sorrel. It has only been recently, when Sorrel came into season again that I finally, with the help of Wye Farmers Market discovered Invicta Herbs in Challock. So for those of you looking for Sorrel, look no further, please contact Susan Gollins on 07730 893737. Sorrel is part of the lettuce family and looks like a pale green version of baby spinach. The pointed leaves have a tangy, lemony gooseberry flavour. Sorrel appears soon after winter, so is good for salads early in the year when there is little else around.
Serving Suggestions When the leaves are under 7.5cm long, they can be used raw in salads, especially with dandelion leaves. Bigger leaves can be made into soups, sauces and risotto. Khaki-coloured sorrel purée is a good acidic accompaniment to oily fish, chicken or veal, or poached eggs on toast. It can be stirred into crème fraîche to give quick sauce. Add a few leaves of watercress, spinach or parsley if you want a brighter green colour. Chop sorrel like a herb to add to stuffings and crumb coatings. The lemony taste means sorrel can also be added carefully to fruit salads, jellies, custard and fruit drinks, as lemon balm or verbena. Lemon Sole Plaice Salmon Sardines Sea Bass Sea Trout
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I am a media p e r s o n . I’ve been a journalist, author, and occasional broadcaster since 1976. In those 35 years I’ve reported on everything from Parish Councils to Parliament. I’ve written everything from news in brief paragraphs to books, under headlines ranging from “spate of bicycle thefts rocks village” to “the Art Nouveau riches of Rennes”. I’ve edited newspapers and magazines. I’ve been a regular columnist on Radio 4’s Home Truths (I actually met Peelie himself once) and I’ve even done a bit of TV. Yup, I’m a media person all right. Or at least, I thought I was. Then digital media came along and now I’m beginning to wonder.
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Working in the media used to be simple. You wrote news stories about things that had happened, or you wrote longer pieces about things you thought people might be interested in. Then, if you were on radio or TV, you read out what you’d written. Even when computers first came along they didn’t change things much: you just wrote on a screen instead of on an unwieldy sandwich of copypaper and carbons. It was much easier to do the necessary rewrites on screen than on paper, too. So, a boon all round. I started losing the plot when mobile phones came along. At first they too were great. Mobile phones meant a desk head could keep track of the reporting team whatever pub they were in; and for the reporter there was no frantic search for a working phone box near the magistrates’ court or council chamber. The rot started with texting. I never bothered to learn how to text: I rang people; if they didn’t answer I left a message and they rang back. So although I have been shown how to do it I’ve forgotten what I was shown. No big deal. I don’t miss it. But then unlike many people I rarely need a mobile for work. I’m a wee bit deskbound – a dismissive term used in my trade of lazy hacks who prefer to use the phone rather than getting out and meeting people. The landline, obsolete though it may be, is perfectly adequate – and actually, I rather resent those business contacts of mine who have forsaken the landline altogether since calls to mobiles cost more. As for the Blackberry – it’s nothing more than a laptop for a squirrel! The problem for me isn’t
just getting my head round this dazzling piece of technology: it’s getting my fingers to hit one key at a time. So yes, I do have a mobile: it’s a £10 pay-asyou go dead basic Nokia, and it lives in the glove compartment of my car and is used only for telling appointments I’m going to be late, asking for directions to my meeting, or calling the RAC. Facebook, though – that’s another matter. I saw Facebook as a way of marketing my e-book (Lager: The Story of the World’s favourite Beer, £3.34 on Kindle or £2.95 at www.authorsonline.co.uk – a brilliant read even if you’re not interested in lager and the ideal gift!). Since I eagerly started my page I’ve accrued 300+ friends, four of whom have bought the book so far. Friends? Huh. I know there are ways of marketing one’s wares through Facebook, it’s just that as I slip further and further down the digital food-chain I find it harder and harder to work out how to use such media. I guess that’s why teenagers were invented, of which I fortunately possess two. by Ted Bruning
Admire The Bluebells; Hear the Cuckoo; Feel Full of the Joys of Spring! Yes it's feel-good time again with the annual Five Church Walk on Bank Holiday Monday May 7th. Come with the family and friends and enjoy a walk through bluebell woods and along footpaths and bridleways, some not open at other times. We go anti-clockwise this year. ie Chilham to Boughton Aluph (5m), Boughton Aluph to Challock (3m), Challock to Molash (3.5m) and Molash to Chilham (4.5m). You can start when you like (after 10am) and where you like, do as much or as little as you wish, and take as much or as little time as it suits. But please start and finish at one of the churches. All the churches provide tempting refreshments and a chance for a breather. Entry is by donation (min. £5 please) or sponsorship, and the money raised goes to the participating churches, Kent Air Ambulance and/or The Pilgrims' Hospice according to your wishes. For entry/sponsorship forms or for further information telephone village organisers: Chilham (01227 738539), Boughton Aluph (01233 627117), Challock (01233 740356), Molash (01233 740631) or Chartham (not on route, 01227 738591). Or just turn up on the day!
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Events May NSPCC Open Garden and Plant Fair, Saltwood Castle, nr. Hythe, CT21 4QU. Saturday 5th May, 2012. 10am - 4pm. Entrance ÂŁ5 per person, limited free parking. A rare opportunity to explore the grounds of this medieval castle and pick up an interesting plant. Cakes, lunches, barbecue, and this year The Castle Moat Archers. Support the vital work of the NSPCC. Members Wanted for Kennington Badminton Club who play at The Norton Knatchbull School on a Wednesday evening from 7.30 p.m. - 10.00pm. Previous experience of the game would be preferred. Pilates Classes- Challock Village Hall, Wednesdays 9:15am. Suitable for all levels. Contact Victoria 07543543373 Saturday 26th May Sellindge Village Hall 1012am Tai Chi For Health 2 hour Taster Session visit www.taichiforyou.co.uk for further details.
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There won’t be many republicans in evidence in London this summer. Even non-royalists will be caught up in the pageantry of Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations; an event guaranteed, even more so than the Olympics, to lift the nation’s spirits at a time of general despondency. As part of the celebrations The Queen has granted city status to four UK towns: Perth in Scotland; St Asaph in Wales; Chelmsford in England and Armagh in Northern Ireland. There was another time in history when the country’s collective spirits needed lifting – sixty years ago. Residential streets were closed to traffic so that local communities could hold street parties. Bunting and Union flags hung from lines strung from upstairs windows on either side of the streets. Makeshift tables sagged under the weight of sandwiches, jelly and custard and bottles of Tizer. Games were organised, one of which consisted of the father of a family threading a needle and cotton which he then handed to his impatiently waiting offspring who would sprint down the road to the mother. The mother would sew a button onto a square of material which the offspring would then rush to the referee. Not all the families could participate in this game; some of the fathers had not returned home eight years previously. In the evening we sat round our wireless sets to listen to our new Queen’s speech: “…Throughout all my life I shall strive to be worthy of your trust…” In this speech the Queen also paid tribute to the support of her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the speech is as valid and as relevant today as it was sixty years ago. Times changed. Britain changed; in some cases beyond recognition. But there has been one constant: a tower of strength whose influence will not be fully appreciated until she is no longer with us. In a much earlier speech, made in Cape Town on her twenty-first birthday, 21 April 1947, the then Princess Elizabeth declared “… my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service…” Well, we all know now that it was to be long. We also know that she meant every word she said. How differently history would have read had her wouldbe assassin, Marcus Sarjeant, succeeded in acquiring a real gun and live ammunition. The mentally disturbed teenager fired six blank shots at the Queen as she rode in the Trooping the Colour ceremony on 13 June 1981. He was quickly overpowered by Police Sergeant John Woodcock and St John Ambulance man John Heaseman. He told them “I wanted to be famous. I wanted to be a somebody.” And he had written a diary entry: ‘I am going to stun and mystify the world. I will become the most famous teenager in the world.’ Fortunate not to have been shot on the spot he escaped with five years imprisonment. But most notable was Elizabeth II’s majestic reaction to the incident. As her
horse, nineteen-year-old Burmese, panicked and reared she calmly brought him under control and continued with the scheduled ride to Horseguards Parade, comforting him with a few pats on the neck while turning to smile at the cheering crowd. This was, allegedly, the second attempt on the Monarch’s life. According to a retired senior police officer in Australia he was in charge of an investigation in 1981 after a train carrying the Queen and Prince Philip collided with a large log which had been placed on the track after police and a pilot train had passed along the route. The retired officer, Mr McHardy, who claims to have interviewed suspects including IRA sympathisers says the Australian government issued a suppression order to avoid embarrassment. There has so far been no comment from Buckingham Palace on the validity of these claims. True or false I doubt that the Queen loses much sleep over these stories. She has, over the past eight decades, proved herself indomitable. It was the Queen’s consort, HRH Prince Philip, who pointed out that sometimes a position is more important than the person who occupies that position. With typical clarity he had put the concept in a nutshell: if a nation chooses to have a figurehead then there must be a human to give that position substance, but the human is secondary to the position, not vice versa. For the past sixty years we have been fortunate in having a person worthy of that position; a person of supreme dignity and dedication the like of which this country may never see again. God Save the Queen.
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what’s on Saint Mary Westwell Flower Festival To celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of HM the Queen, a Flower Festival is being held from 2nd – 4th June in St Mary’s Church, Westwell. The exhibition will have floral displays marking significant events of the Queen’s reign, such as the Coronation, Windsor Castle fire, the Millennium, the Olympics and much more! The doors will be open from 11am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday, and from 11am – 4pm on Monday. Entry is free but donations towards the Saint Mary Restoration fund will be invited. Refreshments will be on sale throughout the day. In addition, on Sunday evening at 8pm there will be a Concert in the Church. The Thorne trio will play, and refreshments will be served during the interval. Tickets are £10 a head, and the cost includes a glass of wine and light refreshments – additional glasses of wine will be available for a donation. Numbers are limited to 100, so early booking is advisable! Tickets are available from the Box Office, on 01233 713012
WYE PARISH CHURCH FLOWER FESTIVAL 8, 9 & 10 June 2012 In celebration of “THE GAMES” Fun flower creations of participating sports (coinciding with Wye Garden Safari) Friday 3—7pm; Saturday 10.30—5.30; Sunday 12—5.30 Stalls—tea, coffee, cakes, light lunches, plants, home produce, books Raffle—stylish patchwork quilt Musical events Escorted Tower trips Admission by programme £2.50, children free All proceeds to Wye Church
WYE UNDER FIVES Wye Under Fives is 50 years old. To celebrate we are holding a Spring Fayre,
Saturday 26th May 2012 Wye Village halls and garden between 1.30-4.30. The entance is free with a variety of things to see and do. Bouncy assault course, art exhibition, story time, stalls, tea room with homemade cake and much much more. Come and help us celebrate our vilages much loved nursery as it turns 50, everyone welcome!
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It’s 3am and I’ve just noticed the time. Arrgh! I determinedly fold down the page of my book and try to stop feeling guilty. “it’s only 3am, Jessica, I’m sure you won’t be tired tomorrow…” yeah, right. This is the problem with me and books. I read them like I eat packets of biscuits. Each chapter is another sweet chewy circle of joy and I don’t stop consuming until they’re all gone. I sometimes enjoy reading a little fiction before bed, as many do, to give some time for the brain to relax and unwind. I’ll pick a book from my shelves, wriggle under the duvet and start to read…. and don’t stop. Oh look, 4 hours have slipped by!
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Thankfully I don’t own any of my very favourite books, or these late night reading sessions might occur more frequently. My bookcase is crammed with retired favourites; colourful paperbacks (Jacqueline Wilson was my primary school author of choice), holiday reads and other assorted teen fiction. The school library is the real residence of all my top favourites. To me, a long-awaited book becomes more tempting when it’s wrapped in protective plastic and has a paper record thingy stuck in the front - and it’s free you know! As a lower school student I spent many a lunchtime there with friends, but now I swan in and stagger out again a short while later, somewhat less stylishly, with a healthy stack of books. The librarians are always friendly and helpful, and there’s a book club for all years on Tuesdays where we often read book award nominees. For years I was slightly put off mainstream books with loads of awards, but then I realised that these books won because they really are fantastic! Take “The Knife of Never Letting Go” by Patrick Ness, as an example. It won the Booktrust Teenage Prize and the Guardian Award, as well as being shortlisted for the Carnegie
Medal. I remained sceptical, despite numerous members of the aforementioned book group singing its praises. It was only when I actually got round to checking it out (of the library) did I see what the fuss was about. Patrick Ness’ whole ‘Chaos Walking’ series so far is imaginative and thought-provoking. Another incredible trilogy that I’m excited to get to the conclusion of is “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins. This is action-packed and fascinating fiction at its best. I love books, especially those that allow me to escape into another world, like lovely fat fantasy series such as “His Dark Materials” by Philip Pullman, Scott Westerfeld’s “Uglies”, “Pretties”, “Specials” and “Extras” - and the one with “Mortal Engines” by Philip Reeve, all set in some enthralling but troubled alternate world. I’m not too picky; I enjoyed the “Twilight” saga by Stephanie Meyer too! Maybe if you’re looking to buy a present for a literary teen I’ve been of some help… When my family are on holiday or a long car journey, I have become quite the expert at stealthily peering over my younger brother’s shoulder to borrow a bit of his entertainment should I finish my own. There’s nothing wrong with reading below your age every now and again. After all, Ben has reasonable taste; Frank Cottrell Boyce is great. At the other end of the spectrum is the kind of literature we read in English, like “The Great Gatsby”. Fun too, I guess apart from the fact we have to read into all the deep meaning and dissect it to death. Learning to read as a young child is like being given the key to the Tardis. You can go anywhere and do anything. The possibilities just keep on multiplying as you progress from big picture books read by Mum, to ingenious stories and adventures. Just keep turning those pages.
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