Graham Norton

'I defy anyone not to snort, howl and recoil' The Sunday Times' Full of wicked asides, tart observations and sharp remarks that could only have originated in Graham Norton's witty brain.' Terry WoganLooking around the room I saw what life really was. It was made up of my passions. I saw my life reflected back at me. People I liked, people I loved, people I had shared half a century with. All the stories of my life were together in that one room and it made me very happy.Who wouldn't want a friend like Graham Norton? A little bit naughty, full of frank advice, bursting with gossip about the world's biggest stars - but most of all with an emphatic love of life and all its joys, big and small.Join him - glass of wine in hand, faithful doggy friend by your side - and delve in as he shares the loves of his life.

Where do secrets live? Carol is a divorced teacher living in a small town in Ireland, her only son now grown. A second chance at love brings her unexpected connection and belonging—and sparks a flurry of speculation. What does a woman like her see in a man like that? What happened to his wife who abandoned him and his children all those years ago? Carol and Declan know their relationship is the talk of the town, but the gossip only serves to bring the couple closer.When Declan becomes ill, their relationship falters. His children are untrusting and cruel, and Carol is forced to leave their beloved home, with its worn oak floors and elegant features, and move back with her parents. Carol’s mother is determined to get to the bottom of things—she won't see her daughter suffer this way. It seems there are secrets in Declan's past, strange rumors that were never confronted, and suddenly the house they shared takes on a more sinister significance that affects them all.

In this “compelling, bighearted, emotionally precise page-turner” (Sunday Times), the New York Times bestselling writer and acclaimed television host explores the aftermath of a tragedy on a small-town to illuminate the shame and longing that can flow through generations—and how the secrets of the heart cannot stay buried forever.It is 1987 and a small Irish community is preparing for a wedding. The day before the ceremony, a group of young friends, including the bride and groom, are involved in an accident. Three survive. Three are killed.The lives of the families are shattered and the rifts between them ripple throughout the small town. Connor survived, but living among the angry and the mourning is almost as hard as carrying the shame of having been the driver. He leaves the only place he knows for another life, taking his secrets with him. Travelling first to Liverpool, then London, he eventually makes a home—of sorts—for himself in New York, where he finds shelter and the possibility of forging a new life.But the secrets—the unspoken longings and regrets that have come to haunt those left behind—will not be silenced. Before long, Connor will have to confront his past.A powerful and timely novel of emigration and return, Home Stretch demonstrates Norton’s keen understanding of the power of stigma and secrecy—and their devastating effect on ordinary lives.

From Graham Norton—the BAFTA-award-winning and hugely popular BBC America television host—comes a charming debut novel set in an idyllic Irish village where a bumbling investigator has to sort through decades of gossip and secrets to solve a mysterious crime. “With its tale of provincial life, gimlet-eyed spinsters, and thwarted love…it feels almost like a Miss Marple mystery written by Colm Tóibín” (New York Times).The remote Irish village of Duneen has known little drama, and yet its inhabitants are troubled: Sergeant P.J. Collins hasn’t always been this overweight; Brid Riordan, a mother of two, hasn’t always been an alcoholic; and elegant Evelyn Ross hasn’t always felt that her life was a total waste.So when human remains—suspected to be those of Tommy Burke, a former lover of both Brid and Evelyn—are discovered on an old farm, the village’s dark past begins to unravel. As a frustrated P.J. struggles to solve a genuine case for the first time in his professional life, he unearths a community’s worth of anger and resentments, secrets and regrets.Darkly comic, at times profoundly sad, and “especially inviting because of its tongue-in-cheek wit” (Kirkus Reviews), Holding is a masterful debut. Graham Norton employs his acerbic humor to breathe life into a host of lovable characters, and explore—with searing honesty—the complexities and contradictions that make us human.

When Elizabeth Keane returns to Ireland after her mother’s death, she’s focused only on saying goodbye to that dark and dismal part of her life. Her childhood home is packed solid with useless junk, her mother’s presence already fading. But within this mess, she discovers a small stash of letters—and ultimately, the truth. Forty years earlier, a young woman stumbles from a remote stone house, the night quiet except for the constant wind that encircles her as she hurries deeper into the darkness away from the cliffs and the sea. She has no sense of where she is going, only that she must keep on.

Frankie Howe has lived a long life, her small flat is crammed full of art, furniture - and memories. Damian, her young carer, listens as she gradually tells him parts of her story - a story that takes us into a progressive, daring world of New York artists on the brink of fame, aspiring writers and larger-than-life characters.Always just on the periphery, looking on, young Frankie is never quite sure enough of herself to take centre stage. But the outsider holds certain advantages, sees things others don't, can influence without drawing attention. And when the map has been lost, it's anyone's guess where you may end up, or the accidental choices you find you have made. Frankie discovers that life is not always the one we hope for, or the one others expect of us.Travelling from post-war Ireland to the dazzling art scene of 1960s New York by way of London, Frankie is an immersive, decade-sweeping novel about love, bravery and what it means to live a significant life.

Quick Reads 2022Helen is a retired teacher living on the Irish coast. She enjoys the peace and quiet - despite the burden of Margaret, her unpleasant sister. Margaret arrived three years ago for a short holiday, but somehow managed to stay and worm her way into Helen's life.One day, Helen sees a man struggling in the sea and decides to investigate. She doesn't quite know what it is, but something about it feels very strange...

Graham Norton, whose impish charm and quick wit has earned him a place in our hearts, looks back at his life so far. In his own words, So Me is 'a real romp through a journey from living in a cockroach-infested council flat in Hackney to buying Claudia Schiffer's townhouse in Manhattan, from my mother dragging me to school to me dragging her to Sharon Stone's house for New Year's brunch'. From a not-so miserable Irish childhood to dropping out of Cork University and joining a commune of hippies in San Francisco, from his disastrous attempts at becoming a serious actor to the rise of his comedy career in London, this is a hilarious, insightful and moving account of a colourful life.

Finally, Graham's many U. S. fans can laugh at—and benefit from—his drily hilarious Daily Telegraph advice columns "Remember that sleeping with friends is lazy and we don't cook our pets just because we're hungry and they're sitting right by the oven." —Graham on troublesome relationships "Dogs and DIY are where relationships end up, not where they start." —Graham on looking for love "Stay on the moral high ground—it's much easier to swing a baseball bat from there." —Graham on forgiving betrayal Graham Norton is not only a hilarious and fearless television host, but a weekly agony uncle, advising readers of the Telegraph on a weekly basis. Here, his witty, entertaining, helpful responses are collected for everyone to benefit from his words of wisdom. With a new foreword by Graham and many responses updated since they first ran in the newspaper, this book of inimitable advice covers a range of subjects, including ungrateful spouses, errant partners, failing relationships, problems in the workplace, and social etiquette. Each perfectly-pitched response includes just the right mixture of sound advice, humor, and, occasionally, reprimand.

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively: Graham Norton Collection 3 Books Set: A Keeper: Elizabeth Keane returns to Ireland after her mother's death, intent only on wrapping up that dismal part of her life. There is nothing here for her; she wonders if there ever was. The house of her childhood is stuffed full of useless things, her mother's presence already fading. And perhaps, had she not found the small stash of letters, the truth would never have come to light. Holding: The remote Irish village of Duneen has known little drama; and yet its inhabitants are troubled. Sergeant PJ Collins hasn't always been this overweight; mother of two Brid Riordan hasn't always been an alcoholic; and elegant Evelyn Ross hasn't always felt that her life was a total waste. So when human remains are discovered on an old farm, suspected to be that of Tommy Burke - a former love of both Brid and Evelyn - the village's dark past begins to unravel. The Life and Loves of a He Devil: 'It seems to me that we are all made up of the things we adore, and by telling my stories through the prism of my passions I hope you will get an insight into my life' In his new autobiography, written with characteristic humour and often outrageous candour, Graham shows that life is more than just a series of dates and it's really the things you love that make you who you are. From his beloved dogs to his rediscovered love of Ireland, the men Graham has loved and lost to his love affair with New York. It's been ten years since Graham last hit our shelves and being a decade older he has come to realise that what makes a life interesting is less what happens to you and more what inspires and drives you.

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Graham Norton 2 Books Collection Set (Frankie & Forever Home): Always on the periphery, looking on, young Frankie Howe was never quite sure enough of herself to take centre stage - after all, life had already judged her harshly. Now old, Frankie finds it easier to forget the life that came before.Then Damian, a young Irish carer, arrives at her London flat, there to keep an eye on her as she recovers from a fall. A memory is sparked, and the past crackles into life as Damian listens to the story Frankie has kept stored away all these years.Travelling from post-war Ireland to 1960s New York - a city full of art, larger than life characters and turmoil. Forever Carol is a divorced teacher living in a small Irish town. A second chance at love with the older Declan brings her unexpected happiness, but their romance sparks what does a woman like her see in a man like him? And what happened to his wife who abandoned him all those years ago? The gossip only serves to bring them closer, but when Declan becomes ill, things fall apart. Carol is forced to leave their beloved home and return to her parents. Unwilling to see her daughter suffer, Carol's mother vows to get to the bottom of things. It seems there are secrets in Declan's past.

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Graham Norton 3 Books Collection Home It is 1987 and a small Irish community is preparing for a wedding. The day before the ceremony a group of young friends, including bride and groom, drive out to the beach. There is an accident. Three survive, but three are killed.The lives of the families are shattered and the rifts between them are felt throughout the small town.A Elizabeth Keane returns to Ireland after her mother's death, intent only on wrapping up that dismal part of her life. There is nothing here for her; she wonders if there ever was. The house of her childhood is stuffed full of useless things, her mother's presence already fading. And perhaps, had she not found the small stash of letters, the truth would never have come to light.40 years earlier, a young woman stumbles from a remote stone house.The remote Irish village of Duneen has known little drama; and yet its inhabitants are troubled. Sergeant PJ Collins hasn't always been this overweight; mother of two Brid Riordan hasn't always been an alcoholic; and elegant Evelyn Ross hasn't always felt that her life was a total waste.

Graham Norton is the hottest and funniest entertainer in the country and at last is unleashed in his first ever live stand-up video – if you thought the TV show was outrageous you have seen nothing yet! In his own words you’ll be ‘delighted, amused, entertained and deeply offended!’ This hilarious show, filmed specially for video, is bursting with rapid-fire gags and showcases the Irish funnyman at his cheeky, disgraceful best. In over an hour of side-splitting ‘Norty’ laughs and razor sharp wit Graham reveals all and will leave you panting for more!

20th Century Icons is a stylish, quirky and instantly collectible series of little books created to celebrate the last hundred years. Famous names in the arenas of film, rock and pop, kitsch and camp have all chosen their own personal icons, recorded in these pocket-sized volumes with interesting, amusing and sometimes controversial results. Readers will enjoy discovering the eclectic, surprising, and humorous selections in every title, with luminaries as diverse as Elvis, Liberace and Mr. Potato Head all rubbing shoulders with one another.

New York, 1965: Völlig mittellos strandet Frances Howe mit Mitte zwanzig in New York City. Für die junge Frau aus der irischen Provinz ist die fremde Großstadt beängstigend, aber auch wild und aufregend. Die Wolkenkratzer sind endlos, die Nächte lang, in den Straßen von Greenwich Village vibriert das Leben. Und Frankie, die bisher immer eine Nebenrolle im eigenen Leben gespielt hat, lässt sich treiben. Dann lernt sie Joe kennen, der als Chauffeur arbeitet, aber eigentlich als Künstler erfolgreich werden will. Joe und Frankie verlieben sich und tauchen gemeinsam ein in die Kunstszene der Stadt. Ein Leben, das vor Intensität nur so lodert. Frankie hilft in einem französischen Restaurant aus und macht es bald zum angesagtesten Lokal des Viertels. Endlich, so scheint es, spielt sie die Hauptrolle in ihrem Leben. Doch dann kommt auch Joe zu Ruhm. Frankie erkennt den Mann, den sie liebt, kaum noch wieder. Und plötzlich droht ihr alles, wofür sie gekämpft hat, zu entgleiten ...Eine faszinierende Geschichte über Freundschaft, Liebe und Schmerz, über Kunst und New York, so bewegend, traurig-schön und schillernd wie nur Graham Norton sie schreiben kann.

With his own BBC One chat show and regular slot on Radio 2 Graham Norton has become a hugely popular presenter and comedian.

« Elle sourit intérieurement en mettant la dernière main aux préparatifs du buffet. Un cadavre avait été découvert à Duneen. Ça n'aurait pas pu mieux tomber. Certes, elle avait été déçue en apprenant qu'il ne s'agissait pas d'un charnier, mais, en un sens, c'était presque mieux. Un mystère unique. Les gens viendraient de toute la paroisse. »Le sergent Collins, semi-obèse en passe de rater complètement sa vie, a été envoyé à Duneen, petite bourgade du fin fond de l'Irlande où il ne se passe jamais rien. Mais sa petite vie est bouleversée le jour où on retrouve un cadavre sur un chantier. Soudain, les projecteurs sont braqués sur ce village pétrifié dans le temps. Le grand jour du sergent Collins est peut-être venu. Mais le policier ne va pas tarder à se rendre compte que ce qu'il vient de déterrer, c'est surtout le sombre passé du village, les secrets et les regrets de toute une communauté. Son enquête lui révèle peu à peu de quoi sont faites les vies de ceux qu'il croyait connaître. Et si c'était précisément là que résidait le mystère ?La plume mordante de Graham Norton donne vie à une galerie de personnages attachants et plus vrais que nature. Un premier roman d'une grande humanité. « Un roman maîtrisé dont vous n'êtes pas prêt d'oublier la beauté mélancolique. » Daily Express « Cette histoire aux accents tragicomiques est aussi émouvante que captivante. » Sunday Mirror « Un roman au charme fou... d'une tendresse surprenante. » Metro

The author takes us on a meandering journey from childhood to adolescence and his later years. He examines his awakening homosexuality and his own raw, painful experiences of unrequited love – a recurring theme which traverses the book. He draws on the influence of his father, especially as it relates to his developing love of music, radio and literature, in such a personal way that we are drawn into his love and enthusiasm for the arts. He regales us with his passion and prowess in swimming, which he has retained. We are taken on his roller coaster ride of his adventures and medicine in Nepal, where he fell in love with a man. Later, he openly reveals his grief and his broken heart. His recording of his medical career entertains us with blatant honesty, peppered with his dry wit and self-deprecating Aussie humour. It is a fascinating read from beginning to end, pulling no punches with tragedy, but never regret.

This series made by Indie Unique was recorded over six hours in front of a live New York audience just before September 11th, hence it was never broadcast on Radio 4 as intended. The themes are Love and Sex, Money, Consumerism, Religion and On The Town. The format is a live recording in front of a lively "Here" theatre audience made up of native New Yorkers, Brits and his Irish fans. The comedy is cutting edge and develops the style of his own TV shows with a mix of stand up, live interviews and audience interaction. Full of Graham's sparkling wit and racy double intendres, this is really a unique series.