Good morning Mr Magpie. I see you are 37 cm tall and that is perfect. I've solved the problem of - what am I reading now? and the problem of - where did I put my book? The solution is to read really large books and magazines, printed on paper. The kind you open at a table, on the floor or in bed, enjoying the words and pictures. Like the big books from Nursery, but for adults. May I recommend The Lost Words, by Robert MacFarlane and Jackie Morris. Poems and illustrations by

I've spent a few weeks writing when I'd rather be reading, but should be back on track soon. Did manage to fit in a visit to the History of Magic at the British Library and spotted some excellent Tintin street art near Brick Lane by @Muretz, as well as visiting two 'new to me' bookshops. The fruits of my labour - studded with bookshop recommendations on Run Riot: Run Riot: Lauren LaTulip on why you should take to the streets with Bluestocking Books

Step 2:  Be brave and buy it Some of the most rewarding reads are the smallest, or shortest.