Suri joins us today with a read that's perhaps not so loose (sorry). Beth Macy's Dopesick, tackles the ongoing opioid crisis in America, with heartbreaking stories of addicts and alike. A book that despite it's heartbreaking nature, is a must-read and needs to be heard; the expert says.

Ready for some true crime grit early on Monday morning? Jenna is. Fiona Kidman depicts the story of Albert Black, aka 'the jukebox killer' in 'This Mortal Boy', won't give too much away but safe to say Jenna's a fan... 

Suri's brought in a slim, powerful volume of poetry from young NZ voice Tayi Tibble, Poūkahangatus.

What starts as a book review regarding a classic pop musician, of the new biography Paul Simon: The Life, slowly turns in to a rag-fest - complete with caller anecdotes and the obligatory Muppet tale interjection from Sarah. Sheesh.

A mighty tale in two parts, Kiran's been reading the mammoth All Gates Open: the Story of CAN. Offering both a distanced academic and a collaged oral history approach, we're guessing a must for fans and fence-sitters alike?

Jenna's brought in the brand new novel from solemn Twitter fixture Melissa Broder (@sosadtoday), The Pisces. Concerning anxiety, self-destructive behaviour and mermen - have we a Shape of Water narrative for the online fanfic crowd?

Kiran's here, and she's feeling Sharp this morning. Celebrating all these glorious women speaking their minds, what's not to like? Dipping in and out of biographies, the book balances narrative with gossip in perfect harmony to make for a charming read. 

Suri is with us this morning to chat On Michael Jackson by Margo Jefferson, a biography that helps understand MJ's life and how he became the performance genius that lives on. While revealing a few of the thrilling stories in the book, Suri also lets us in on her favourite song by the critically acclaimed artist. It's a groovy time on Loose Reads this morning.

Kiran's back in with some tips on How To Be Famous, the tale of a rising star in London. That only means one thing... Brit Pop. Mike's excited, Kiran, kind of, is too? We're got it all this morning, books, music, and books about music. 

Jenna brings in a grizzly, true crime novel this week and we're ready for it. Michelle McNamara's I'll Be Gone in the Dark, a chilling narration of California's Golden State Killer. And how about those ancestry tests... Hmm. Gripping Jenna on the edge of her seat, it's definitely something to get your hands on.