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Andrew Hook

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Enjoyed moderating a discussion about Marilyn Monroe this afternoon with @julieowenmoylan and @andrewwilsonaw at the @burylitfestival. We drew a good crowd. If you're fascinated by Monroe, their books are recommended! by @andrewhookuk

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"The voice of a man who was willing to give up everything to help others could never be denied."

Book 47 of 2026

#amreading #bookstagram #bookcommunity by @andrewhookuk

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4 days ago

"Sorry I'm a bit late back. I was trying out crown green bowls. All a bit violent for me!"

Book 46 of 2026

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20 days ago

"It takes only a few minutes, a few seconds, to become a murderer."

Book 45 of 2026

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25 days ago

"'There was something special about her,' he said, 'a luminous quality to her face, a fragileness combined with astonishing vibrancy. This girl was going places.'"

Book 44 of 2026

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I have a new short story published online at House Magazine (from Salt Publishing).

"Weather Reports" riffs off Jacques Demy's 1964 film, "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg", but you don't need to know the film to appreciate the story. Enjoy!

https://www.saltpublishing.com/blogs/house-magazine/weather-reports by @andrewhookuk

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Delighted to announce that my short film, "Armadillotown", is a nominee in the Experimental category at the London Night Film awards. Many thanks to @london.nff for including it in their selection. Awards take place on the 22nd October at Everyman King’s Cross 14–18 Handyside Street, London N1C 4DN. by @andrewhookuk

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#writer #writing #author #authorcommunity taken in Bury St. Edmunds by @andrewhookuk

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"It could be said that each of his investigations in Paris had its own pace, with its pauses in particular cafes and bars, particular smells and particular quality of light."

Book 43 of 2026

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"The point of life is to create, isn't it? Only creating can bring real pleasure. The pleasure of enjoyment is very superficial and fleeting."

Book 42 of 2026

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My favourite Belgian metro stop. by @andrewhookuk

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"Ten seconds go by, fifteen seconds go by, and then, very abruptly, the screen goes black and the film is over."

Book 41 of 2026

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