Womadelaide weekend + links

Guys, it’s Womadelaide weekend!

To keep you busy while you’re counting down the hours, here are a few fun bits and pieces we’ve been collecting from around the internet.

First, we have absolute proof that books are worth a lot of effort. Though, in my experience, there’s not normally £2 million to reward said effort. Still, if you’re a Mission Impossible fan you should probably read this.

Second, there’s going to be a book about a sniffer dog from Afghanistan that developed a fear of loud noises. This made me tear up. It’s okay: the dog ends up living happily ever after. Really, this has only a tenuous connection to books, but – y’know – we heart doggies. Read more here.

Third, this campaign has us wanting to go all audio all the time for our reading. And also rewatch some classic 80s Neighbours. And worship Jordan Raskopoulos. Listen to your heart indeed.

Fourth, this story about a case of mistaken identity leading to jail in the US is terrifying. Then again, most things about the US are terrifying at the moment. Also a little bit ridiculous.

Finally, to celebrate Womad weekend we’re listening to some of our favourites from years past. Geoffrey Oryema will always be high on that list for me.

Have a lovely weekend!