Clare Thorp

These kits are SO terrible. What the hell? It’s like Nike saw that tennis was becoming cool again and was like, not on our watch.

Yeah sometimes I don’t seem to get any at all. When I do it’s usually only one speedy one. Unlike NOW TV which bombards you with the same ad every 10 minutes.

Been pleasantly surprised by the cheapo ad tier - not nearly as many ads as I expected.

Hallelujah!

I’m really sorry. The older I get, the more I realise kindness is the most important quality. And so nice that someone can say that about their life.

Thrilling debuts to big-name authors: 40 of the most exciting books to read in 2025 From the most anticipated literary debuts to the return of heavyweights like Stephen King and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, there's plenty to add to your TBR pile this year.

Rounded up some of the
most exciting books coming up in 2025 for BBC Culture. As always, I couldn’t include everything, and there are even more to look forward to, but here’s a taste…

www.bbc.com/culture/arti...

Thrilling debuts to big-name authors: 40 of the most exciting books to read in 2025 From the most anticipated literary debuts to the return of heavyweights like Stephen King and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, there's plenty to add to your TBR pile this year.

Rounded up some of the
most exciting books coming up in 2025 for BBC Culture. As always, I couldn’t include everything, and there are even more to look forward to, but here’s a taste…

www.bbc.com/culture/arti...

One of the best shows of this century, for sure.

I’m so sorry. I lost my dog last year and it was so hard. They’re always there by our side, and when they’re not there’s such a void. Sending love.

'Her fans are making pilgrimages': How Taylor Swift's Eras Tour became a near-religious experience The "cultural juggernaut" that is Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to an end this week. How did it become the most extraordinary live event of our time?

I wrote about the enormity and intimacy of the Eras Tour as, after nearly two years, it finally comes to a close this weekend. Also, on live music scratching a metaphysical itch, the communal experience of shows and how they can be a near religious experience for fans.

www.bbc.com/culture/arti...

There’s one in my local garden centre. I try and sneak some suet pellets onto the display bird feeder for it.

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

'Her fans are making pilgrimages': How Taylor Swift's Eras Tour became a near-religious experience The "cultural juggernaut" that is Taylor Swift's Eras Tour comes to an end this week. How did it become the most extraordinary live event of our time?

I wrote about the enormity and intimacy of the Eras Tour as, after nearly two years, it finally comes to a close this weekend. Also, on live music scratching a metaphysical itch, the communal experience of shows and how they can be a near religious experience for fans.

www.bbc.com/culture/arti...

Ha. I was just thinking earlier how ubiquitous “in a world that’s more divided than ever” has become.

Yes! clare.thorp@gmail.com

Hello! This is my first post on this here place. I write for BBC Culture and others and I’m currently compiling info on 2025 book highlights - so book publicists, please hit me up. And if any other arts and culture publicists have fun/interesting 2025 stuff and want to connect, hit me up too!

A poem for my last day working at the writing center for the semester (by Joseph Fasano)

11. Considering I’d just woken up from one of those naps that’s gone on slightly too long and tipped into the what time/day/month/year is it territory, seeing Novak’s instagram post had me wondering if I was actually even awake.

Ah I saw this years ago and it was so amazing. I didn’t realise it was still running. I had a bit of a crap “dinner break” though… think I went to Pret.

Thanks! Can’t seem to message you but have catalogue now! x

Am compiling list of 2025 books at the moment for a piece so would love details of your highlights! I’ll message you my email.

Do you think payment is in gold bullion?

'Criminally underrated': Why My Brilliant Friend is one of the best shows on TV As the final season of the HBO adaptation of Elena Ferrante's Neapolitan novels begins this week, why has the show not received the plaudits – and the viewership – it deserves?

The final season of #MyBrilliantFriend hits Sky/Now today, so here’s a reminder of why it’s the best show on tv and you really, really should watch it. www.bbc.com/culture/arti...

Seconding the below. Somebody, Somewhere is a total hidden gem and more people need to discover this wonderful show.

I’m 🤞 once new season has finished in US it will appear here all in one go - hopefully next month. Mind you I’m STILL waiting for S3 of Hacks to appear in the UK…

It’s so wonderful. I’m desperate to watch season 3 but don’t think there’s a UK air date yet.

Hello! This is my first post on this here place. I write for BBC Culture and others and I’m currently compiling info on 2025 book highlights - so book publicists, please hit me up. And if any other arts and culture publicists have fun/interesting 2025 stuff and want to connect, hit me up too!