It’s a remarkable tribute to a complex unlovable loveable writer.
If Ian Dury were still alive he’d include @iammilliam.bsky.social Inventory in the chorus of Reasons to be Cheerful. Parts one, two and three.
If you fancy a lovely small but perfectly formed show then can I suggest early 50s Patrick Heron at Hazlitt Holland Hibbert Gallery on Bury St London - someone totally retooling English painting. Remarkable stuff
Book post is the best post.
Inspired by the genius Simon Goddard BowieOdyssey project, finally got my hands on Any Day Now by Kevin Cann
After the brilliance of his Kate Bush biog, Graham Thomson turns his attention to the majesty that is Talk Talk and Mark Hollis.
May reading:
Thanks to @iammilliam.bsky.social @backlisted.bsky.social @penguinukbooks.bsky.social @prototypepubs.bsky.social @conduitbooks.bsky.social @judecook.bsky.social @omnibuspress.bsky.social @reversediorama.bsky.social @whiterabbitbks.bsky.social @faberbooks.bsky.social
etcetera…
www.theguardian.com/books/2026/m....
I hope this is the beginning of many more tributes to one of the most important writers of her generation
So…if you didn’t like him - how about you keep it to yourself - you’re not adding to the sum of joy.
I’m often reminded of Updike’s comment about the Beatles. ‘How can you argue against something that brought so much joy?’
It’s how I feel about Hockney.
So many paintings to remember Hockney by but I’ve got a soft spot for these early ones
Thank you @backlisted.bsky.social that was a total joy