Every time I write for the Picador blog I seem to be admitting to gross omissions in my reading. Whilst this makes for embarrassing moments in editorial meetings, it does also herald the promise of truly brilliant reading experiences. 

Gatsby-fever is sweeping the nation, with 1920’s-themed club nights, hairstyles, fashion and music everywhere in the media. 

This week , Baz Lurhmann’s hugely anticipated take on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s story of obsessive love, empty lives, jaw-dropping wealth and killer parties is finally released. 

Picador is thrilled to be involved in the excitement, publishing the official film-tie in edition featuring an exclusive interview with the director. 

We have a pair of tickets to the press (not red carpet) screening, taking place TOMORROW, May 15th at 7 pm, to give away.

Read on for more details

During the many wars that he has lived through, Qais and his family travelled around their country in order to stay alive. Sometimes their intention was to leave their homeland; sometimes it was only to escape from the violence that broke out to safety nearby.

In these maps, you can see his home and the paths of his family's journeys.

James Salter will be discussing his latest novel, All That Is.

Robin Robertson will be reading from his selected works alongside Frank McGuinness