Al Brown on the books that shaped him
Chef and author Al Brown discusses his reading habits and philosophy on service and connection in a new interview series.
Al Brown has shared his favourite books and reading experiences as part of The Spinoff's feature on Aotearoa writers' literary habits. His recent children's book Hooked: Learning to Fish won the Booksellers Choice Children's Award. Brown emphasises the importance of genuine connection and service, drawing inspiration from books about hospitality and human connection.
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‘The power of genuine connection’: the philosophy that drives Al Brown
Welcome to The Spinoff Books Confessional , in which we get to know the reading habits of Aotearoa writers, and guests. This week: chef and author Al Brown, whose book Hooked: Learning to Fish was awarded the Booksellers Choice Children’s…