In this summary of Stephen King’s first published book, Carrie, you’ll find out why her traumatic events help us relate to her more.

Rushdie, at the time, was very much the ‘poster boy’ of free expression in a world of heavy censorship. Reading his books in 2018, almost 20 years after the Iranian government lifted their death sentence on him; it’s worth noting the different times.

Off-the-wall characters and obscene plot scenarios you know exactly what you’re getting. As long as you don’t go into this one with too serious a mindset then I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.

One of Philip Roth’s most famous novels; discussing his usual topics of Jewish culture and struggling to fit in, he takes us on a wild ride.

The Name of the Rose explores themes of Herecy, Deciept, and Corruption within the walls of a 1327 Italian Abbey.

Lord of the Flies is a book that examines the shadier side of human nature, the savage brutality of even the most civilised groups.

Following on from Kiss Me, Judas, delirious ex-cop, Phineas Poe heads to Denver to discover that the laws of everything known before have been rewritten, and identities are more mysterious than ever.

Originally a short sci-fi story Flowers for Algernon was letter developed into a full novel. A hidden gem amongst an overshadowed genre.

Where to start with a book such as American Psycho. Banned or censored in so many countries, causing controversy wherever found.

What does Shakespear’s Macbeth have to do with William Faulkner? How do you deal with fractured stories resembling different periods of one’s life?

I’m certain train stations only exist to reinforce my hate for civilisation, or more specifically, people.

For those unfamiliar with Will Christopher Baer think of him as Chuck Palahniuk writing neo-noir crime. Dark settings, twisted underworlds and characters that will live long in the memory.

It should go without saying that the following piece contains disturbing imagery as well as my personal political opinions on the topic of using said images in mainstream media.

Despite criticisms, I will praise Snuff by Chuck Palahniuk. Its views on pornography, a taboo subject that is often overlooked, are wildly transgressive. Its exaggerated tones and full-on grotesque scenarios do raise questions about adult stars, and who they are behind the camera.

In this Memories of My Melancholy Whores Book Review, I explain how Gabriel García Márquez’s last book may just be better than most like to give it credit for. Filled with loveless liaisons and dreams of fulfilment, are you ready for the depths that are on offer in this contemporary classic?