Nick Hornby – Wikipedia

Nicholas Peter John Hornby (born 17 April 1957) is an English writer and lyricist. He is best known for his memoir Fever Pitch and novels High Fidelity and About a Boy, all of which were adapted into feature films.Hornby’s work frequently touches upon music, sport, and the aimless and obsessive natures of his protagonists.

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