Jack Edwards is becoming one of the most important figures in publishing

Still in his twenties, Jack Edwards has quickly become the UK's refined arbiter of good taste in literature.
Jack Edwards, the internet's resident librarian.

Jack Edwards is yet to turn thirty, but he’s already become one of the most influential figures in international contemporary literature. This month, the British social media star launched his inaugural book club, Inklings, building on the momentum of a busy twelve months that have cemented his influence in the future of publishing.

Edwards is noticeably different from the cornucopia of literary influencers online. He is not dismissive of genre or the romance novels that are the regular talking points for the BookTok community. Edwards has always favoured classics and literary fiction. Importantly, he keeps an open mind. 

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David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.