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The cover of a book titled 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, featuring a pink and orange gradient background with a silhouette of a person in a tree reflected in water.
A woman with long hair and a red choker reading a book in a library with bookshelves in the background.
Front cover of a book titled "The End of Mr. Y" by Scarlett Thomas, featuring an illustration of a vintage lantern against a glowing background.
Book display window featuring multiple copies of "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas, arranged on gold-colored shelves with promotional posters and signage.
A book titled "the sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas with a background of a scenic view of the ocean, mountains, and a boat. A quote from The New York Times about the novel is displayed on a water background.
Stacked copies of the book Oligarchy by Scarlett Thomas with the cover featuring a stylized, hand-drawn diamond shape design in black and gold.
Audience of children and adults seated in an auditorium or theater, waiting for a performance or event to start.
Scarlett Thomas reading a book into a microphone on a stage with dark background and small lights.
A book wrapped in bubble wrap placed on a wooden surface.
Books display shelf at Foyles bookstore with three books titled 'Caledonian Road' by Andrew O'Hagan at the top, followed by 'Dead Animals,' 'Manny and the Baby,' and 'The Sleepwalkers' on the lower shelves.
Stage scene with woman in ornate costume smiling, flanked by two men in dark clothing holding staffs with decorative tops, in front of a stained glass window backdrop.
A newspaper page with the date July 19, 2025, featuring a list of bestselling books in paperback fiction and hardback fiction.
A quote from The Guardian about the novel 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, with a background of a book cover showing a seaside view and patio furniture by the window.
A woman singing or speaking into a microphone on a small stage in a bar or restaurant with a neon sign that says 'I'm Happy to Meet You' in the background.
A man and woman smiling and hugging at an indoor party, woman holding a glass of champagne, with red paper lanterns and books in the background.
Book cover for 'Oligarchy,' a novel by Scarlett Thomas, features an illustration of a woman with long blonde hair, pale skin, and neutral expression, set against an orange background with black floral patterns.
A hand-drawn pyramid diagram titled 'Creative Writing Pyramid' with five labeled sections. The bottom section is labeled 'Voice,' the next layer up is labeled 'Nouns,' followed by 'Adverbs,' then 'Verbs,' and at the top, 'Noun Stuff - You will delete
Book cover of 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, with a sunset or sunrise background and a floating boat.
Book cover of 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, showing a silhouette of a man and woman in front of an archway with a view of the ocean and sky in the background.
A woman standing next to a mural advertising the book 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas. The mural depicts a harbor scene viewed through a stone arch, with a silhouette of a person and a sunset over the sea.
Display table of multiple copies of the book 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas at a bookstore, with a sign promoting the thriller of the month.
A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a smile on her face, wearing a black top, in a dimly lit bathroom with dark wood paneling.
A skull of a small dinosaur or bird resting on a row of colorful books on a bookshelf.
A woman with wavy blonde hair holding a book and talking to a man with long hair and a beard, wearing a brown hoodie, inside a bookstore or library with shelves of books and decorative red lanterns overhead.
Display of books including 'The Midnight Feast' by Lucy Foley, 'Famous Last Words' by Gillian McAllister, and several copies of 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, along with promotional signs.
Book cover titled 'A delicious slap in the face' by Louisa Young with an abstract lion's face illustration on the cover.
A woman with blonde hair reading from a book into a microphone on a dark background.
Cover of the book "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas, with poetic quote in pink and white text about sleepwalkers taking your breath away, against a pink landscape background.
A woman sitting in a small library surrounded by shelves filled with books, reading a book.
Black and white portrait of a woman with long straight hair, wearing a black t-shirt with a star design. She is looking to her left with a neutral expression.
Interior of a cozy bar or restaurant with wooden furniture and warm lighting, featuring a red espresso machine, framed black-and-white photographs on the wall, and a group of people sitting at the bar, including a man with gray hair and a woman with
Book cover for 'Dragon's Green' by Scarlett Thomas, depicting a silhouette of a person with long hair carrying a suitcase, standing on a twisted, glowing pink and purple path, overlooking a castle in the distance under a large full moon and a dark sk
Two women are inside a large, ornate church with high stained glass windows. One woman stands reading from a book, while the other is seated looking up at her. The church features stone walls, arched windows, sculptures, and wooden furniture.
Three people sitting in chairs on a panel discussion or interview, with microphones in front of them, in a well-lit room with large windows.
A woman in a white t-shirt, black skirt, and white sneakers smiling and pointing at a poster for the book 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Th.
Display table in a bookstore showcasing the novel 'The Emu' by Scarlett Thomas. The table has stacks of the book, a paper fan with the title 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, and other promotional materials. There are signs offering a free hot d
Two women standing in front of a painted theater poster for 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas. The woman on the left has white hair and is wearing a light blue striped blouse, floral skirt, and sandals. The woman on the right has light brown hair
Stack of ten books on a table with a book titled "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas on top. The books include titles such as "The Safekeepers," "Strange Houses," "Shield of Sparrows," "The Place of Tides," "Rewitched," "Raising Hare," "Midnight an
Stack of books on a table with a vase of flowers on top, surrounded by more books and bookshelves in the background.
A collage of multiple photos featuring the book titled "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas, including copies of the book, a book display, and related objects like a fan and flowers.
A man standing outside a bookstore window, smiling and pointing at books inside, with the store's logo on the window.
A collection of romance novels on a shelf, including titles like 'Scarlett Thomas', 'Dragon's Green', 'The End of Mr. Y', and 'Our Tragic Universe'.
A woman with shoulder-length hair, wearing a sleeveless top, points to a book on a table at a book signing event. She is signing a copy of her book while another woman, holding a tote bag with the quote 'A book worth reading is worth buying,' listens
A woman with long, light brown hair reading a book titled 'The Handmaid's Tale' while standing at a microphone on a stage with a dark background and a small bright light or star.
Crumpled receipt placed on open book page with text from a story about Zen and a storyteller.
Open book with handwritten notes and a botanical illustration of a Tasmanian Blue Gum eucalyptus leaf.
Close-up of a handwritten note with cursive writing on paper.
Book page discussing tragedy and comedy, mentioning the novel 'Anna Karenina' and the concept of dismemberment in a philosophical or literary context.
A red hardcover notebook placed on top of lined paper notes on a wooden table.
A woman with shoulder-length blonde hair wears a black choker and black jacket, standing outdoors with a green landscape in the background.
A notebook with handwritten notes in blue ink, including a line graph labeled 'dampness' and text discussing the weather, with some doodles and underlining.
Close-up of handwritten notes on a white paper page titled 'Shape of UFT', with additional notes in blue ink. The paper is placed on a wooden surface, with other notes partially visible underneath.
A handwritten page with notes, including dates, names, and tasks, resting over another sheet of paper on a wooden surface.
Cover of the book titled "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas, featuring silhouettes of a man and woman standing beneath arches, overlooking the ocean at sunset, with reviewer quotes on the right.
Open notebook with handwritten notes in blue ink, partially covering a small painting or reproduction of a painting featuring a woman with long hair and abstract red and black trees.
Close-up of a handwritten note in blue ink on lined paper, resting on a desk with a book and sticky notes in the background.
A handwritten journal entry on lined paper dated June 27, 2012, discussing gardening, planting seeds, and the process of growing plants.
Open book with a sticky note on the left page, showing text from a novel by Anton Chekhov, partially visible with the page slightly curled at the top right.
Book cover of 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas featuring an illustration of a person suspended in a red sky with a sunrise or sunset in the background.
Book cover for 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, with the title and author's name, and an illustration of a person walking on water at sunset.
A woman with light brown hair reading from a book in front of a microphone.
A woman taking a selfie in a large, ornate mirror in a cozy, vintage-style room with a fireplace, colorful painting, and furniture.
Book cover of 'A Glittering Diamond' by Scarlett Thomas with a large illustration of a faceted diamond on a cream background.
A red line drawing on a whiteboard depicts a small building with the word 'PUBLISHER' on top, a person inside the building, and three people outside. An arrow points to the building from below.
Book titled "Into the Woods" by John Yorke, with a black cover and white text, and a Penguin logo in the top right corner.
Woman standing in front of a poster for the book "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Th
A dimly lit restaurant or bar with framed artwork on the wall, a man sitting at a table, glass of white wine, bottle of water, and lit candle on a round table in the foreground.
Close-up of a red brochure or book cover titled "The Death of the Knife" by Bloomsbury, with the subtitle "Three Uses of the Knife," featuring a graphic of a keyhole and some text on the inside pages.
A woman sitting at a restaurant table with her head resting on her hand, holding a spoon, and a glass of red wine nearby.
Lined notepad with handwritten names and notes; appears to be a list of book titles and authors.
A row of books on a bookshelf, with titles including 'The Summer House,' 'Pault thex,' 'Scarlet Thorns,' 'Sparlet Thorns,' 'Our Tragic Unvers,' 'The Marias,' 'Sparlet Thorns,' 'Huntor S. Thempson,' and others.
Book cover of The Sleepwalkers by Scarlett Thomas, with a pinkish background and an image of a person walking on a tightrope at sunset.
A book titled "De Magiërs" by Scarlett Thomas, with a blue sky and swirling clouds on the cover, featuring an ornate magic-themed box placed on a wooden surface.
An outdoor stage with warm lighting, decorated with plants and hanging lights, set against a background of trees and a twilight sky.
People socializing and dancing on an outdoor stage with warm lighting at nighttime.
Colorful carnival game booth with plush toys, a sign that reads 'Shoot 3 Down, One Win,' and two women sitting on the counter, one wearing a large sunhat and sunglasses. A dog is lying on the ground nearby, and children are standing in front of the b
A sign inside a greenhouse or tent that reads 'Authors' Yurt' with transparent plastic walls and a wooden structure, with trees and blue sky visible outside.
A round white yurt with a wooden door, surrounded by potted plants and trees, outdoor seating, and clear blue sky.
Cozy restaurant interior with a table set for dining, lit by a candle and surrounded by potted plants, with large sunlit windows covered by white curtains.
Panel discussion at a theatre with three speakers, a large screen displaying information about a library of spellbooks with Scarlett Thomas and Piers Torday. Audience silhouette in foreground.
Books arranged on a wooden bookshelf, including titles like 'Strange Sally Diamond,' 'The Sleepwalkers,' and 'A Calamity of Souls,' with decorative signs such as a cow-shaped sign labeled 'Butter' and smaller signs for books and authors.
Open book and crumpled receipt on a dark wooden surface.
A man and woman taking a selfie together in a dimly lit room with dark decor, paintings on the wall, and a person in the background.
A person holding a paperback book titled 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo' by Scarlett Thomas, with a black and orange geometric gemstone illustration on the cover. The background features a decorative white patterned curtain or wallpaper.
A group of people performing on stage in a venue with a red neon sign saying 'I'm Happy to See You!' in the background, and an audience watching.
Front cover of the book titled "Ongoing City: A novel" by Scarlett Thomas, featuring a large stylized illustration of a gemstone.
Dimly lit hallway with dark wooden paneled walls, illuminated by a neon sign emitting pink, purple, and blue lights, with a fire extinguisher on the floor in the foreground.
A cocktail glass filled with ice and garnished with a dried orange slice, on a wooden table in a dimly lit cafe or bar.
A music performance or open mic night in a cozy indoor venue with an audience. There is a neon sign on the wall behind the performers that says 'I'm happy to help you.' The performers include a woman with a microphone, a man with a music stand, and a
Multiple copies of a book titled 'Squirrel Theorem' stacked on a white table in an office setting.
A stack of five books titled "Oligarchy" by Scarlett Thomas on a white table in a bookstore or library. In the background, white shelves filled with various books and a cozy seating area with a brown couch and a window.
Four copies of the book "Digging In" by Scarlett Thomas inside a cardboard box.
Actors performing in a theatrical play set in a forest, with characters in colorful costumes, including a woman with chains and a man dressed as a soldier, on stage with a backdrop of trees and flowers.
A woman standing next to a large stack of books titled "Slavery in the United States" in a room with a wall art of two dark footprints and the text "40 Digits".
A cozy, antique-style living room with vintage furniture, decorative art, and a fireplace, illuminated by natural light from a large window.
Handwritten notes on lined paper with text in blue ink, listing scenes, a bakery, and a birthday scene with flowers.
A table covered with a patterned tablecloth displays stacks of books by Scarlett Thomas. The background shows shelves of colorful yarn balls, a painting of a stylized horse, and a round display of colored pencils. There is a chair with a black item d
A cozy restaurant interior with a bar counter stocked with wine bottles and glasses, a small table set for dining with a white tablecloth, a candle, a flower vase, and place settings.
Book cover of "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas featuring a person doing a yoga pose at sunset with a pink and orange gradient background. Text mentions a quote about gothic tales and the author.
People performing on a small outdoor stage at night with string lights, plants, and a dark sky in the background.
A young woman with blonde hair and earrings is reading a book or magazine in front of a microphone with her hand resting on her chin.
Book cover for "The Sleepwalkers" by Scarlett Thomas with a red and pink background and an illustration of a person floating through a sunset sky.
Book cover for 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, featuring an illustration of people walking through arched doorways with ocean and sky in the background, and quotes from reviews.
A woman performing karaoke in a bar with a neon sign that says 'I'm hungry and you' behind her. She is holding a microphone and wearing a black jacket, black shorts, and thigh-high boots.
A woman is performing on stage in a cafe or bar, with a small audience seated and watching. Behind her, a wall has a neon sign that reads 'I'm Always Nice To Get You...'. The stage setup includes speakers and a microphone. The setting has a cozy, mod
People performing on a small stage at a venue, with one woman singing into a microphone, surrounded by an audience, and a neon sign that says 'I'm happy to see you!'
A circular badge with a yellow star at the top and the text 'Booklist' in the center. Includes 'Starred Review' and '@ALA Booklist' at the bottom, with an orange border and decorative elements.
Four women posing together outside. One woman is lying down in front, wearing a blue patterned dress. Behind her, three women are standing, smiling, and making expressions of joy, with shared laughter. One woman has long red hair, another has short b
Group of five friends smiling and having a good time outdoors, some holding drinks, in a residential area during evening.
A person sitting on a red outdoor chair with a laptop in a backyard, surrounded by green plants, a wooden deck, and a pink house with trees in the background.
A woman dressed in historic 18th-century style clothing, including a red velvet coat, white lace shirt, burgundy skirt, white tights, and white shoes, standing indoors and smiling at the camera.
Two women on stage, one behind bars, the other facing away holding a box, with colorful background imagery.
A woman lying on a table with her head in the lap of another woman, surrounded by three women all looking at her calmly.
Book titled "Oligarchy" by Scarlett Thomas, with a cover design of a stylized, geometric jewel or diamond in black and beige tones.
Two women with elaborate face paint and makeup, smiling and posing for a selfie against a black background.
Three people dressed in casual clothing with face paint, standing on a stage with festive string lights and flowers above. The woman in the center has heart-shaped face paint and stands with her hands at her sides. The two young men on either side ha
Group of five people on a stage performing or rehearsing, with one woman kneeling and holding hands with a woman standing, in an indoor space decorated with string lights and signs.
A woman with blonde hair, wearing makeup, leaning back with her eyes closed, and a man with dark hair and a white T-shirt smiling and sitting nearby. Two other people are standing in the background, one with glasses and a beard, and a painting of a d
Four women engaging in a dramatic conversation indoors, with one woman kneeling and touching the hand of a standing woman, while a third woman with curly hair appears concerned and a fourth woman stands nearby.
Close-up of a person holding a book titled 'The Sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas in a bookstore. Other books are visible in the background on a shelf.
Two women in costumes on a stage with a forest backdrop. One woman is wearing a long cream-colored dress, and the other has a colorful tunic with tights and tall black boots.
Two women in period costumes standing on a stage with a forest scene background. One woman is smiling with her arms crossed, wearing a long yellow dress. The other woman, dressed in a patterned jacket, black pants, and tall black boots, is standing w
Two women standing on a red stage with a decorated backdrop, appearing to be about to kiss or embrace each other.
Actors in costume on stage during a theatrical performance with colorful background and props.
Three actors in colorful costumes performing on stage with a forest backdrop. The person on the left is dressed as a whimsical character with a vibrant dress and curly hair. The person in the middle wears a plaid outfit, and the person on the right i
Three performers in costumes dancing on a stage with a colorful forest backdrop, under purple stage lighting.
A theatrical stage with actors in colorful costumes, depicting a scene from a play with a forest backdrop and fantasy elements.
A group of women and girls performing a stage play in costumes, with a colorful animated village scene projected in the background.
A scene from a theatrical production featuring a woman in a yellow dress holding a bouquet, standing in front of a group of performers in colorful costumes, with a backdrop of a forest scene.
The image depicts a theatrical stage scene with performers dressed in colorful costumes. The central figure is a woman dressed as a princess holding a bouquet with other actors around her, all with their hands raised. The background features a painte
A theater stage with a colorful backdrop depicting a forest scene. Multiple actors in vibrant costumes are performing, with some gathered around a woman in a white gown holding a bouquet of flowers near a floral arch.
A stage scene from a theatrical performance featuring actors dressed in colorful costumes representing various characters. The background has a animated nature scene with trees and a blue sky. The actors are standing in a line, some holding hands, wi
Two women dressed in historical costumes performing in a theatrical play. One woman stands, holding a sword, with an angry expression. The other woman sits on a chair, looking surprised or shocked.
Book cover titled 'the sleepwalkers' by Scarlett Thomas, featuring a coastal view with two chairs and a table inside, with a quote about the novel from The New York Times.
Two actors dressed in old-fashioned costumes stand on a stage with black curtains behind them. The elderly man on the left is wearing a patterned maroon coat and cream trousers, holding a cup, and smiling. The woman on the right has a serious express

‘Muriel Spark’s disreputable niece’ - Spectator -

'Peculiar gonzo genius' - New York Times -

'Wickedly funny' - The Times -

‘Ingenious and original’ - Philip Pullman -

'Scintillating' - TLS -

'Accomplished' - The Observer -

'Fiction firing on all cylinders' - The Guardian -

'The mesmerizing power of a great storyteller' - FT -

‘Muriel Spark’s disreputable niece’ - Spectator - 'Peculiar gonzo genius' - New York Times - 'Wickedly funny' - The Times - ‘Ingenious and original’ - Philip Pullman - 'Scintillating' - TLS - 'Accomplished' - The Observer - 'Fiction firing on all cylinders' - The Guardian - 'The mesmerizing power of a great storyteller' - FT - ‘Muriel Spark’s disreputable niece’ - Spectator - 'Peculiar gonzo genius' - New York Times - 'Wickedly funny' - The Times - ‘Ingenious and original’ - Philip Pullman - 'Scintillating' - TLS - 'Accomplished' - The Observer - 'Fiction firing on all cylinders' - The Guardian - 'The mesmerizing power of a great storyteller' - FT -