Reposted by Gillian LaybournIn Otter News @in-otter-news.bsky.social · 03/10/2026When did mice stop doing this? 2974990
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBig Green Books @biggreenbooks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026This is a cool way to support the amazing RNLI. They're called "Betty's 5p pots". You can pick them up at RNLI shops (or you can use a jar of your own!) You collect your 5p's in it & when it's full, you drop it into them and they replace it with a new pot. Just thought i'd mention it. 215870
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 29/08/2026Feel this is apt for my reading today, Vagabond, Tim Curry. Do not Disturb, I'm in my happy palace 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 28/04/2026I've just read a book thats destroyed me, When the cranes fly South by Lisa Ridzén. I can't believe how much i cried tbh on and off all night. I'm emotionally drained. Thats her debut, what will she bring out next? 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournCari Luna @cariluna.bsky.social · 25/04/2026Happy Independent Bookstore Day! Today and every day, stick it to the oligarchs and shop from the small, human-scaled businesses that are a part of your community! As an author and a reader, I am so grateful for independent bookstores and the booksellers who make them what they are. 15614
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Booked to see this Friday in my favourite cinema, The little picture house in Bath 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Let’s all stock up on books and read under the blankets until the weather gets better. Then we can go read outside. - Michael 3869
Reposted by Gillian LaybournPeter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 07/04/2026How on earth can the trip planned by King Charles possibly go ahead with Trump making statements like this? 44813227
Reposted by Gillian LaybournJudy Princz @judyprincz.bsky.social · 11/04/2026I know it’s not vital politically but King Charles should cancel his visit. Trump does not warrant that honor. 3358
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 14/04/2026I am going to be so disappointed if King Charles makes his trip. 010
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 10/04/2026I've stumbled across #ladiesoflondon how horrendous are these ladies, Annabelle and Caroline Fleming seem lovely, the rest are awful and just shows money cannot buy happiness. I feel sorry for their children. Candice must feel relieved she got out quick 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 30/03/2026Tea in bed, another chapter of Clare Mackintosh, Its not what you think, a surprise gift from a friend. Was going to wait till paperback came out. Happy Monday. 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Also loved when asked for advice about writing @claredchambers.bsky.social encouraged us all to read debut novels,either from buying or borrowing from the library. 010
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Really enjoyed last night at my local library in Devizes listening to @claredchambers.bsky.social, talk about Shy creatures. I'm still undecided which is my favourite Small pleasures or Shy creatures I loved both, also reading her others, finished learning to swim and now reading A dry spell 110
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 13/03/2026Friday 13th has not been kind to me, went shopping in Chippenham and a loose paving stone sent me flying! I've not broken anything but im having trouble moving my arm, feeling very sorry for myself....Kazuo Ishiguro, When we were orphans is keeping me distracted from the pain 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 25/02/2026Starting tge day with hearing sad news and a dog that has an upset stomach, not a great start. Honestly just going to read a couple of chapters of my book, and escape 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 24/02/2026When you can't wait to pick up your book, because you really want to see who's going to die in it. #happy tuesday #akillerinparadise 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 21/02/2026What do you read after this #wutheringheights really struggled but switched to audible and i started to get into it. Glad I read it, but not sure how I'm feeling now 😕 Have no idea what to read next 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 16/02/2026I've just finished a book that I absolutley loved, untill the last page. Some people said it was only the way it could end. I disagree and say screw you! #room706 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Little weekend away, to Devon and I'm taking #room706 don't think the hotel is that big to have that many rooms, just imagine thou if we actually got room 706.... oh and im going with my husband #ellielevenson 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournZach Schonfeld @zachschonfeld.bsky.social · 31/01/2026Losing Diane Keaton and Rob Reiner and Catherine O'Hara in quick succession is a pretty big blow for people who enjoy elementary things such as "laughter" and "joy" 8890165
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 30/01/2026I am 💔 I cannot believe Catherine O'Hara has passed, Damn you 2026 and we're still in January! Its too sadmedia.tenor.coma close up of a woman 's face with #schitts creek written above herALT: a close up of a woman 's face with #schitts creek written above her 010
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 28/01/2026Sunshine and starting this Deep in the water John Marrs thanks @bertsbooks.bsky.social 010
Reposted by Gillian LaybournSabrina DC 🏴 @sabrinadec.bsky.social · 25/01/2026UK should do the same. Because he grossly disrespected our soldiers, he threatens us with tariffs, he has his own police force that kidnap citizens as young as 5, murder 2 citizens in daytime, on camera and lie about it, still hiding the Epstein files. Pick whichever reason you want and boycott. 0118
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Loving this book #thekindworthsaving #peterswanson, and the rainy weather just means I can read more 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Back at Bert's! BE(rt) MY VALENTINE Whether you're loved up or happily single everyone deserves a present they'll love on Valentine's Day. Sign up to #BertMyValentine by Sunday 9th February and I'll pick you out something special to read on the big day. bertsbooks.co.uk/product/bert...bertsbooks.co.ukBe(rt) My ValentineWhether you’re loved up or not, everyone deserves a little love at Valentine’s Day – even if that comes from yourself. Sign up to Be(rt) My Valentine by the 9th February and IR… 0288
Reposted by Gillian LaybournEDC🇺🇸🇬🇧🇫🇷🇩🇰🇨🇦🇦🇺🇵🇹🇩🇪🇮🇹🇫🇮🇸🇪 @simplyedc.bsky.social · 17/01/2026We can never have too much #Vinyl 02331220
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 15/01/2026My weekend is sorted Thank you @bertsbooks.bsky.social #themysteriousaffairofjudithpotts #robertthorogood 081
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 14/01/2026Just watched #whatnottoeat what a lovely family in the first episode, so glad they got their act together and turned their life around. 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournMicroplastics Sommelier @leastactionhero.bsky.social · 28/07/2025maybe there's still some good left in this world after all 309171894335
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 23/07/2025“Three things in human life are important: the first is to be kind; the second is to be kind; and the third is to be kind.” ― Henry Jamesmedia.tenor.coma screenshot from schitts creek shows two men talking to each other and says you 're a good personALT: a screenshot from schitts creek shows two men talking to each other and says you 're a good person 26010
Reposted by Gillian LaybournTJ resists! Bluestormcoming! @tjjohnson.bsky.social · 25/06/2025So. which Stephen king book are we doing today, folks? 686153951657
Reposted by Gillian LaybournLouie Stowell @louiestowell.bsky.social · 25/06/2025I don't think I have to tell most people who follow me why libraries are important, or that they're under threat in the UK. But I want to make sure everyone knows Lambeth libraries are going on strike and there's a solidarity hardship fund HERE linktr.ee/savelambethl... #KidlitUK #SaveLibrarieslinktr.eeSave Lambeth Libraries | Instagram, Facebook | LinktreeLinktree. Make your link do more. 3263123
Reposted by Gillian LaybournJooli-AHH! Boolia 👻🍂🎃 @jooliaghoulia.bsky.social · 03/06/2025The perfect bird feeder doesn't exi-- 1219243701
Reposted by Gillian LaybournSusie Dent @susiedentwords.bsky.social · 28/05/2025Ah. Despite the mischievous headlines I didn’t say this was now standard English. Rather that ‘mischeevious’ (which used to bug me no end) is an example of how, for centuries, English-speakers have often moved the sound of words to something more familiar. www.thetimes.com/uk/history/a...thetimes.comMispronouncing mischievous is now acceptable, says Susie DentLexicographer says purists’ pet peeve is just a ‘fascinating snapshot’ of how language evolves — but don’t expect Richard Dawkins to agree 4450950
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBlue Travel Channel 📸 @bluetravelchannel.bsky.social · 25/05/2025Japanese snow fairy bird 🇯🇵 😃 486185392334
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 13/04/2025No sunshine! How rude! Not getting out of bed till I've finished First wife's shadow Adele parks #happysunday 010
Reposted by Gillian LaybournParody Nigel Farage @parodypm.bsky.social · 05/04/2025Who better to comment on bringing up children than someone who doesn't know how many he has? 661458183
Reposted by Gillian LaybournBert’s Books @bertsbooks.bsky.social · 07/04/2025I might have devoured this during a couple of train journeys this weekend. It might be absolutely incredible and a candidate for my Book of the Year. But let's preserve some mystery, eh? - Michael 2152
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 30/03/2025Beautiful Mothering Sunday little afternoon tea on a canal boat, sunshining, fresh cream scone and a glass or two of rosè #happydays 020
Reposted by Gillian LaybournRobert Macfarlane @robgmacfarlane.bsky.social · 29/03/2025In the 1960s Switzerland had some of Europe's filthiest waterbodies. Now its cities boast near-pristine rivers & lakes: "We are united by a love of water". Lessons to learn here, about building emotional connection to water as well as infrastructure investment. www.theguardian.com/environment/...theguardian.comFrom sewage and scum to swimming in ‘blue gold’: how Switzerland transformed its riversIn the 1960s, the Swiss had some of the dirtiest water in Europe. Now, their cities boast pristine rivers and lakes – and other countries are looking to follow their lead 16467111
Reposted by Gillian LaybournJohn86 @john86l.bsky.social · 24/03/2025Me in the national security team group chatmedia.tenor.coma penguin wearing a red hat is holding a racket and waving .ALT: a penguin wearing a red hat is holding a racket and waving . 3577
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 24/03/2025Don't forget mothers day on Sunday, a book lasts longer than a box of chocolates. 000
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 21/03/2025Just walked the dogs, and it's strange weather, it's feels stormy, and the farmers have a fire somewhere so lots of smoke about 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournLaura Bassett @lebassett.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Roses are red Violets are blue 24686096013406
Reposted by Gillian LaybournRaven Books @ravenbooks.bsky.social · 20/03/2025If your kid still has a World Book Day token, the final day to redeem them is March 23rd 02312
Reposted by Gillian LaybournAnna Mazzola @annamazz.bsky.social · 18/03/2025It's come to my attention that some people believe you can't buy a new book until you've read the books you already have. Let me assure you, as both a lawyer and a writer, that this idea is legally and morally WRONG and BAD. Buy more books. 3036682769
Gillian Laybourn @glayn.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Good morning, if you ever get in a reading slump, may I suggest Broken Country by Clare leslie Hall, read 150 pages last night, could easily of read the lot, but needed sleep, can't wait to to pick it up today 000
Reposted by Gillian LaybournGeorge Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 07/03/2025This Sunday, the whole country needs to spring forward from 1939. 793494437700
