Award-winning comedian and writer Josie Long launches her new book at Waterstones Deansgate, chaired by Supper Club author Lara Williams.

Peppered with Josie’s trademark warmth and wit, the stories collected in Because I don’t know what you mean and what you don’t feature quirky, richly drawn characters and delightfully unpredictable plot-lines. From a cul-de-sac WhatsApp group discussing eggs to a group of teens convinced they’re witches to a heavily pregnant woman who finds a way to time travel, each tale paints a life in miniature and offers an escape chute from the catastrophes of modern life. Josie will be chatting to Lara Williams about this stunning short story collection and answering audience questions, followed by a signing.