Powsels and Thrums

Released: November 4, 2025
Length: 5 hrs 47 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

Powsels and Thrums is a lyrical memoir by Booker shortlisted author Alan Garner, blending essays, poetry, and stories to reflect on his creative journey and the influences that shaped his storytelling. From his working-class childhood and Oxford years to the landscapes of Cheshire and the significance of Blackden, Garner explores the moments and traditions that have inspired his work. This captivating collection offers insight into a lifetime dedicated to storytelling, appealing to both readers and writers.

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