So there you have it, a completely subjective list of ten books from 2019 I think will improve the quality of your life. Enjoy.

'Along The Trenches' by Navid Kermani is a amazingly well written and easy to comprehend book creating a stark picture of reality in modern Eastern Europe.

In 'Märchen and Mythen' Faun have taken us back to those dark and mysterious time of fairytales and myths with a musical odyssey into a wonderful world.

'Angus After All' may not be the second release everyone was expecting from Aaron McMullan, but it is a brilliant piece of art.

Heartfelt and thoughtful, 'Resurrection' from Kinky Friedman will warm the hearts of anyone who loves the strength and beauty of a good song.

'Pour Me A Grog - The Funana Revolt in 1990s Cabo Verde' is a great collection of exciting and stirring music. Listen to it and enjoy.

'Blanket Toss Under The Moonlight Sun' by Paul Seesequasis is a stunning collection of images and stories that offer a counterpoint to old stereotypes.

Nobody has managed to recreate the secret world of spies and subterfuge with Le Carre's flair and 'Agent Running in the Field' cements his reputation as a master of the genre.

'The Book of Dust: The Secret Commonwealth (Book of Dust Vol.2) by Philip Pullman proves this sequence is every bit as excellent as "His Dark Materials".

'Year of the Monkey' by Patti Smith is a wonderful trip inside the mind of a poet. Difficult, convoluted and a little absurd, but well worth the effort.