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There are many things that draw us to books. We might read by genre, or choose our reads based on writing style, while others may be attracted by stories with a unique sense of place. Recently, here at Willoughby, we've been thinking about characters from across the spectrum of literature and their impact on our reading experience. Love them or loathe them, a well-drawn character can make a good story unforgettable. With Father's Day fast approaching, we've been discussing the most memorable dads we've read about over the years. Whether good, bad or somewhere in between, these are some of...

May is surely the nicest month of all. The cow parsley is tall and the grass is green and lush, and it's beginning to feel like summer but without the oppressive heat of midsummer. Everything feels full of promise and potential, and it's lovely to enjoy the first few days of weather good enough to read in the park or garden. Here's what we've been reading this past month:

Wrestler, international author, and all-round great American novelist, John Irving’s novels have been translated into over 35 languages, with his work reaching all four corners of the globe. 

As a bit of fun in this sunshine-soaked May we asked our Instagram followers to vote for which book we should read next. It actually felt quite liberating to have the decisions made for us about what to read, particularly as we all put in so much time choosing books for others!