I'm rubbish at self-promotion, so I'll just say that I've made a 2026 calendar with penguins and hope for the best. captain-howdy-shop.fourthwall.com/en-gbp/produ...

Do you know what you need this Christmas? An Advent calendar of 24 second-hand books, that's what! Go get one. (UK only though, I am afraid - am working on an overseas alternative!) www.treehousebookshop.co.uk/shop/details...

“Fuck AI” — Guillermo del Toro 🎥 Vanity Fair

I had a shocking nightmare last night. I recounted it to my mum who reassures me that I'll never forget it. She's apparently still carrying one from over fifty years ago

The cat just stole my sausage

This is cool. A new cinema listing site, dedicated to independent cinemas. Take a look and feel free to share/recommend to any local cinemas: kinologue.co.uk

It's tights weather again

As I have done before, I strongly endorse @biggreenbooks.bsky.social. Please add to this thread with names of other good indies who are here (if you ARE a bookshop's account, you may put yourself down, unless you don't think you're very good).

Just changed my windscreen wipers and feel like I've solved the Krypton Factor

+BBC CLOCK COMPETITION+ We won't be making a run of these but this Bank Holiday weekend you can win a one-off 90s inspired BBC ident clock. Follow, Like & RP to enter. Winner announced Mon AM. We've also restocked our 'Radiophonic' inspired signs & other items. hiddenbritain.bigcartel.com

someone will ask for a book soon. I'm sure of it.

If you don't already follow @pastpostcard.bsky.social you should. It is a wonderful little bit of escapism that is most welcome every day. Thank you

You will all struggle to get a better service that than which Simon provides. Go on, buy a book. Celebrate independent bookshops

Who'd like to buy a book from me?

Last night I dreamt I bought an air fryer

In our house, he was always the naughty Ralph de Bricassart

IT'S WEDNESDAY! It's #buyastrangerabook day. The grooviest of all the days. I'll give out TWO books. FOR FREE. If you'd like one, let me know. Also, if you'd like to #BuyAStrangerABook too, let me know. It's a thing! Look. www.biggreenbookshop.com/stuff-you-mi... UK ONLY.

Terrifying

Alan Sugar is absolutely right, we should be asking Starmer what it would take to get on bended knees and find a way back in

No kidding

Genuinely had to do a bit of research here. I did wonder what this man was going to bring to the party:

This was a welcome piece of news yesterday.

Come along to see really cool, Oxford-based, indie band this Friday in Hoxton: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Lon...

Spoke to a new vet today called Dr Canabal

I've done this on behalf of my brother, who has Down's Syndrome. I've also sent it to my own MP as I think he should attend and make his voice heard.

I have a feeling I have popped a brand new paperback into an m&s returns box in-store accidentally. Genius

Absolutely disgusting that Spotify hosts Tate content. Spotify customers can email [email protected] to complain. Anyone mad enough to still be on Twitter - tweet @SpotifyCares You know what to do - light them up! There's also this - sign it 👇 www.change.org/p/demand-spo...

Great London, great.

Post-op my little dog has had a buster collar in place for ten days so far and yet still not a door frame or piece of furniture is missed

Well, won't you look at that. I've championed Anora since my first viewing last October. It's such a great film. Mikey Madison is mesmerising and not to be overlooked is the role of Igor. The film takes you on such a bumpy, sexy, fun, sweary journey. Well done Anora #Oscars

Add your name petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...

If you care about the music industry, you should all download this album. Have a read here about the reasoning behind it. www.theguardian.com/technology/2...

Yes, I do love the @princecharlescinema.com #savepcc

One for Damon Albarn to watch

Listen to Tilda

Oh, now this should be interesting. Little Simz is curating this years Meltdown.

Perfect

🔥 Well... this is now over 88,000 signatures! Just one final push to get it over that magic 100,000 and get a parliamentary debate? Why not! Link --> petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...

Shocker!

What a film. I highly recommend The Last Showgirl, yes, Pamela Anderson is phenomenal in it, but actually, everyone is. Excellent stuff

As part of #SaveThePCC, we are looking to cement our status as a culturally significant institution. We need examples as to why you love what we do & want to hear your most cherished memories of the cinema. So tell us: #ILovePCC because… Tell us here: princecharlescinema.typeform.com/ILovePCC

With your help, we’ll get this to 100,000 and trigger a debate in parliament. Even if you’ve already signed it, keep sharing it and tell all your friends. #RejoinEU

Mum and Dad ran Bexley Car Hire (1960s-70s). Turns out Marianne Faithfull was a regular customer, due to her frequenting Bexley Hospital for her addictions. Marianne often requested the lady driver Rene, and would make a special request to stop for an ice cream. They all said she was very lovely

I watched Anora again last night and on second viewing Yura Borisov's role is so quietly massive in the unravelling of this film. He is brilliant and I'm delighted to see his Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Every expression speaks volumes, whilst his actual script is minimal.

5 years on and I'm still flying this flag

'items very well packaged and sent in a timely manner' I love this feedback, it feels so dated.

It’s why I’m petitioning for a ban on fossil fuel advertising and sponsorships – for too long oil and gas companies have had largely unlimited £££ to greenwash their filthy reputations for government and the public . We say no more . petition.parliament.uk/petitions/70...

Deliveroo chap riding his bicycle along the M25 and now happily moved his way onto the M20, I mean, that meal is going to be chilly when it finally reaches its destination