Sofie (Sophie) Laguna

In this lively discussion, Ben Elton, a British comic and novelist, shares insights on the hurdles of writing popular fiction and the joy of reflecting on his career in his new autobiography. Sofie Laguna, an acclaimed Australian author, delves into her novel The Underworld, exploring adolescence intertwined with Roman mythology. Colm Tóibín, an Irish literary critic, offers fascinating reading rules for Jane Austen's works and reveals how understanding her characters' backgrounds enriches our reading experience.