Janet Burroway is an accomplished novelist whose works delve into the intricacies of human psychology and social dynamics. Her narratives are characterized by a keen exploration of complex relationships and moral quandaries, delivered with elegant prose and masterful storytelling. Beyond her fiction, Burroway is a respected educator in creative writing, shaping emerging literary talent. Her writing is celebrated for its depth, sensitivity, and profound literary skill.
"Her style has the precision of John Updike's and the charm of Conan Doyle's… and her novel contains some of the most dazzling bits of description I have come across." --The New York Times Book Review"…as tiresome a novel as you will meet in a day's march." --The Daily Telegraph
The arrival of four million relentless wasps threatens the town of Itching Down. Amidst the chaos, Bap the Baker devises a wild plan that could save the community from the invasive pests. As the situation escalates, the story unfolds with humor and creativity, showcasing the lengths to which one determined individual will go to protect his town.
During the rehearsals of her ex-husband, Boyd's play--which comes to a comically tragic end--costume designer Shaara Soole becomes a reluctant ally of Boyd's new and much younger wife, Wendy
One hot summer in Itching Down,Four million wasps flew into town. What are the villagers going to do about this noisy, nasty nuisance of a swarm? Make a giant jam sandwich - that's what!