I've pretty much spent most of my twenties, resolutely avoiding anything to do with (comtemporary) Literature or 'the literary scene' as my few attempts to dip my toe into that particular puddle have only left me feeling befuddled and alienated. Or, you know, bored. There are some exceptions. I have occasionally been deeply moved/entertained by a poetry reading, or have found points in common with a fellow reader (such as, for instance, my Dad) whose literary preferences are mostly...