I’m a lifelong reader who loves thoughtful, well-written books — especially literary and historical fiction — but I also enjoy warm, quietly uplifting reads. I’m shy and much prefer one-to-one conversations to groups. I enjoy museums, theatre, stretching my horizons, and trying new cuisines (despite a sweet tooth and constant attempts to lose weight). I tend to become passionate about interests for a while, then move on. Feminist, centre-left, fond of snail mail and proper correspondence about life, books, ideas, and small observations.