I was surprised by how much I loved this collection. And while my knowledge and interest in all things mycological undoubtedly increased, it’s Gordon’s voice that resonated most. She is a gifted writer and I’ll keep following her, both online and on the page. Fungal is creative non-fiction at its best. A highly recommended read.

Apples on a Windowsill by Shawna Lemay is a love letter to art, to being attentive, to being attuned to beauty. Often funny, and at every turn insightful, this compelling collection of essays reads like a book of prayer. I devoured it slowly, savouring and meditating on each essay, usually in the early mornings when the world was still quiet, and then again in the evenings, just before bed. Now, as I re-read, I still keep my copy—the cover now softened, spine broken, each corner folded back—at the top of the pile on my bedside table, so that m