Recently, I sat down to watch an episode of a kid’s programme which mine have taken a shine to, The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants. In truth, not the worst offering I’ve ever had to endure. In the Night Garden, can take that accolade.

It’s time to tell you about Pollyanna. We’ve known each other for well over a year now. She’s a stand-up gal, always there for you (literally) and a great listener. She is also a stuffed dummy. Who sits astride a bicycle day in, day out. An ever-smiling sentry. Guardian of the bad bend in the road, writes Lindsay Woods.

HOW long until this person goes crazy on me? is a fun game I like to play in Los Angeles.

Louise O'Neill sacrificed a lot while writing her first book. Here's her list of the the 14 things you should never say to a published author.

ACTOR Daniel Day-Lewis has scooped yet another prize — named as being amongst the top-three Best-Dressed Men in Britain.