“The new contract between writers and readers is one I'm prepared to sign up to. I've met some fascinating people at events and online. Down with the isolation of writers I say! And long live Twitter.”

Sara Sheridan is a British journalist and author of the 1990s and 2000s. She is known for her sharp, witty essays on modern life, particularly in *The Guardian*, where she covered culture and society with a keen, often irreverent eye. Her work often blends social commentary with personal observation, offering a distinctive perspective on contemporary issues.