Trouble with Lichen by John Whydham

Trouble with Lichen by John WhydhamTrouble with Lichen by John Whydham Vibrant reissue of five of John Wyndham's most famous novels Francis Saxover and Diana Brackley, two scientists investigating a rare lichen, discover it has a remarkable property it retards the aging process. Francis, realising the implications for the world of an ever youthful, wealthy elite, wants to keep it secret, but Diana sees an opportunity to overturn the male status quo by using the lichen to inspire a

Gorrie frankly and movingly explores the impact of racism on her family and her life

and the complex dynamics of navigating friendships with each other and their relationships with friends and family members

inspired by the first holiday he took with Daisy's mum

And now it's come for Elsie

In this blistering story of a ghost writer haunted by his demonic subject

wild animals or accidents

Another inspiration was the comedian Anh met when he was about to sign on for a 60-hour a week corporate job

Fascinating facts about animal behaviour and biology

life finally began to make sense

the supernova and the celestial sphere

but also humanity and strength

' This beautiful edition of Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator