Step inside the reading life of bestselling author Olivia Spooner
There’s something special about seeing an author’s favourite books, it’s like getting a glimpse into the DNA behind their stories. Olivia Spooner is sharing hers: the authors she adores, the book she can’t wait for in 2025, and the reads that light her up. If you’ve already devoured Olivia’s newest novel, The American Boys, then this recommendation list is for you.
Revealing a few of my favourite books is like sharing a private (mildly embarrassing) medical condition. I feel vulnerable but also strangely defiant because while I’m exposing a part of my soul, I’m also saying, this is me, these incredible authors have made me who I am.
I’m often convinced, when a stranger shares a list of favourite books and I love their choices, that given a chance to meet, we’d be friends. Perhaps you’ll look at my selection and think, I get this person. Such is the power of books. Let’s all bravely share our favourite reads with one another this Christmas. We might just find a new friend.
– Olivia
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