During the holiday season, lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman will do the heavy lifting for you and find five of the most interesting, entertaining, and thoughtful reads. Sign up and receive it in your inbox from Monday to Friday.

Last modified on Thu 23 Dec 2021 20.02 EST

Whether you’re lying under a beach umbrella or hiding from the storm that turned your regular umbrella inside out, we’re here to keep you company this summer.

Every weekday, Guardian Australia’s lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman will be selecting five brilliant reads from across the Guardian; from essential analysis of the year that was and musings on what may come next, to rollicking adventures, helpful tips and sometimes even a seasonal recipe.

Think of it as a daily lucky dip to inform and entertain; an antidote to news fatigue and perhaps a dose of holiday cheer.

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