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SUPERGRAN II Re: Supergran Poor old Supergran – no one ever took her on a date to the movies, she doesn't get chatted up and she's never bought a record. Maybe what she needs is a supergramps to keep her company and take her out to a concert. If she does ever find herself all dressed up and keen for a night on the razz, I'd be very happy to hook her up with my dashing Grandpa - he's almost as keen on his tartan as she is! Morag McDermid, Edinburgh
EAGER DEAVER Re: Jeffery Deaver A most enjoyable interview. Thank you. I have always thought that with Jeffery Deaver what you see is what you get and this delightful exchange makes me even more convinced. I attended a book signing for The Sleeping Doll and chatting with Jeff was like hanging out with a friend. His books are highlights in my life. He does his homework on the facts in his books and knows how to lead us on to a thrilling reading experience – every time. Carole Comment posted at List.co.uk OUT OF FOCUS Re: Subject in Process It's all very well getting a bunch
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GOOD CONVERSATION Re: Valerie MacLennan in Conversation with Tam Cowan I have enjoyed both of Valerie Maclennan's 'In Conversation With' evenings. Tommy Sheridan was highly entertaining, very witty and the conversation was free-flowing. Yes, I do believe that he was on the charm offensive but nevertheless the banter between Valerie MacLennan and Tommy Sheridan was amusing.
With regards to the second evening, it appeared that Ms Maclennan was rather intimidated by Donald Findlay. Certain topics were off-limits and he clearly was very conscious of letting his guard slip. He was articulate and funny, but at the same time I felt he was a rather scarred and damaged man.
My main complaint is directed at the annoying man who introduced the Donald Findlay evening – he just blethered on and on.
I look forward to Tam Cowan. Glaschu, Glasgow Comment posted at List.co.uk
THE LETTER OF THE ISSUE WILL RECEIVE ONE BOTTLE OF THE BLACK GROUSE WHISKY Smoky and Smooth – a marriage of fine peated Scotch malt whiskies and The Famous Grouse
of female art historians together for a feminist symposium, but if its organisers are starting from the Kristeva premise of 'an understanding of femininity that would have as many ‘feminines’ as there are women' then it beats me how they expect to reach any kind of conclusion. It sounds very much as though these people are in for a fine day of mutual back-slapping with not
much beef. If you want to get anywhere, ladies, then chuck the diversity and find yourselves something specific to fight for. Norman Summers, Stirling Comment posted at List.co.uk GROUSE OF PAIN Re: Bottle of Famous Grouse I have nothing to grouse about at the moment. However, if I won the bottle of whisky I'd have
70cl to grouse about. John Greensmith
ANNUAL SERVICE Re: List’s festival coverage I just wanted to say a huge thanks to The List magazine for all of its wonderful coverage of the Edinburgh Fringe. The reviews have been spot on and it has made planning visits so easy, plus with such great discounts on top shows there’s really no excuse not to join in the fun. Thanks List. Sarah Stocks, Fife DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT Re: Terry Gilliam Dr Parnassus is going to be an amazing film. The trailer is pure Gilliam and just draws you in like a magnet. I've been waiting two years to see this movie and cannot wait. Parnassusfan
BE EAR NOW I’d just like to announce my approval of the new acceptability of earplugs at gigs. Gone are the days of grey
putty coloured ones that look like wet loo roll – these days the brighter the colour the better. Extra points if you use the expensive ones with volume control. Amazing how many crap bands hide behind volume. Dave F
Next issue out Wednesday 9 September
Autumn Music Special As the seasons change, live music moves back indoors where it belongs and we’ve got the very best of what’s on offer for your delectation. From stadium spectacles to basement sweatboxes, we’ve got the best music in Scotland right here. Three Miles North of Molkom This amazing documentary tells of the tiny lakeside village of Angsbacka, Sweden where people indulge in two weeks of firewalking, shamanism, and a myriad of other physical, psychological and esoteric experiences in the name of self- improvement. We sent our Film Editor to go experience it for himself.
YOU’VE GOT 15 DAYS TO LIVE 56 THE LIST 27 Aug–10 Sep 2009
CONTRIBUTORS Publisher & General Editor Robin Hodge Director Simon Dessain EDITORIAL Acting Editor Mark Robertson Assistant Editor Anna Millar, Kirstin Innes, Henry Northmore Subeditor Hamish Brown Research Manager Suzanne Black Research Siân Bevan, Tasmin Campbell, Rosalie Doubal, Kirstin Innes, Henry Northmore, David Pollock, Fiona Shepherd Editorial intern Nicola Paul SALES & MARKETING Advertising Sales Manager Brigid Kennedy Senior Media Sales Executive Juliet Tweedie Media Sales Executive Aimi Gold, Jess McGrath Business Development Executive Adam Coulson Business Development Manager Brendan Miles Sponsorship & Promotions Manager Sheri Friers (Maternity leave) Carine Seitz Promotions Executive Amy Russell Circulation Executive Murray Robertson PRODUCTION Art Director Krista Robertson (Maternity leave) Senior Designer Lucy Munro Production Manager Simon Armin Production Assistant Miriam Sturdee DIGITAL Web Editor Hamish Brown Senior Developer Andy Carmichael Senior Designer Bruce Combe Software Developer Iain McCusker Web Editorial Assistants Thomas Meek, Griselda Murray Brown ADMINISTRATION Accounts Manager Georgette Renwick Accounts Assistant Tasmin Campbell Office & HR Manager Jo Morgan Glasgow Office Manager Sharon Stephen Reception Amy Russell SECTION EDITORS Around Town Kirstin Innes Books Brian Donaldson Clubs Henry Northmore Comedy Brian Donaldson Dance Kelly Apter Eat & Drink Donald Reid Film Paul Dale Kids Kelly Apter LGBT Allan Radcliffe Music Mark Robertson News Anna Millar Shopping Kirstin Innes Theatre Allan Radcliffe Travel Kirstin Innes Visual Art Allan Radcliffe