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Getting Len Deightons SS-GB across loud and clear

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SS-GB by Len Deighton (read by James Lailey) HarperCollins PublishingLen Deighton’s SS-GB made headlines recently, almost 40 years after it was first published. A lavish television adaptation of this alter­native history set in a Britain that lost the second world war was lambasted after its dialogue was deemed inaudible. So what better time then to listen to this new audio book? Luckily, James Lailey is not only an nicely amused reader, he is loud and clear. Read More...

What the butler saw: Teresa Tengs death in Chiang Mai in Thailand, and how she found love there

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In 2015, it was even proposed that Teng had been reincarnated as a Thai girl, Vanatsaya Viseskul, who, then 16, looked like the Teng of her 1960s album covers, and, while not knowing a word of Mandarin, was able to perform a much of the Taiwanese singer’s repertoire with miraculously high fidelity. Teng, who was born in a humble Taiwanese military village in 1953, was the first megastar of modern Chinese pop, selling more than 48 million albums worldwide and inspiring adoration unlike any singer before her. Read More...

16 Facts About Gromit (Wallace & Gromit)

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Source: Youtube.com Gromit, the lovable and adventurous canine companion from the world-famous Wallace & Gromit series, has captured the hearts of audiences young and old. Created by the brilliant animators at Aardman Animations, Gromit has become an iconic character in the world of cartoons and animation. In this article, we will dive into the fascinating world of Gromit and uncover 16 interesting facts about this beloved character. From his silent yet expressive nature to his incredible intelligence and unwavering loyalty, Gromit has become a true legend in the realm of cartoon characters. Read More...

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