The Likes of Us
When he was in prison, Becka White’s dad wrote an unpublished novel. Reading it made her think about what they had in common, and why working-class people don’t believe they can be “real” writers.
Family
David Olusoga on Home and Belonging
How the working-class historian learned to reject his rejection
Building My Dream Home in The Sims
Louis Glazzard’s chaotic childhood, was bedevilled by poverty, and a dad who believed he was too punk for a steady job. He found a safe home in a scratched copy of a game bought in a charity shop.
How I Ruined a Middle-Class Christmas
Her family scoff sausage rolls, love a bit of tinsel, and open their presents when they get up. His eat tiny amounts of Thorntons, colour-co-ordinate, and – yes, we are in Hell – wait until after dinner. A festive disaster story from Leesa Morris.
In Search of The Perfect Mushroom Omelette
When she’s better, I’m finally going to make one for my mum.
Confessions of Nothing
How I revolutionised mascara at the age of seven in my mum’s car and how she didn’t understand.
