Sid Smith

Sid Smith is an English freelance writer, contributing music-related articles and reviews to both national and regional press. He is the author of the biography of King Crimson, In The Court Of King Crimson, and one of the co-authors of Northstars, the book of Granada TV's award-winning profile of musicians from the north east of England, as well as numerous sleeve notes for both major and indie record labels. After spending the 1970s as a musician (playing bass in rock and improvised music) and performance artist, he joined local government in the 1980s, working in the arts until turning to writing full-time in 2002. In addition to providing web-based content for several music sites, he has maintained an online diary since 1999, initially on King Crimson's website, before transferring to Krimson News in 2003. In May 2005, Smith began his 'Postcards From The Yellow Room' blog, containing album reviews, domestic life (including his mother's battle with leukaemia in 2006) and other commentaries on the arts in general.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. Something Like A House

    Cover of 'Something Like A House' by Sid Smith

    "Something Like A House" is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complex relationships between family members and the impact of secrets on their lives. Set in post-war Britain, the story follows a young boy named Joe who is sent to live with his estranged grandparents in a dilapidated house. As Joe uncovers the truth about his family's past, he must navigate the emotional turmoil and challenges that arise, ultimately discovering the power of forgiveness and the importance of finding one's own identity.

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