They have certainly challenged the Man Booker to look at itself in the mirror, which may be no bad thing.

The Man Booker is only a few easy-reading judging panels away from losing its literary reputation.

Here, for starters, would be the seven things I would do to sharpen up Man Booker's act.

Man Booker need to reword this rule.

I should know: three years ago, he was the chair of the Man Booker when I was a judge.

As you may have heard, the Man Booker has attracted controversy this year for short-listing books you might want to read.

It's important to remember that, although the Man Booker can change a writer's life, a prize is only a prize.

The longlist for the Man Booker 2011 came out last month, and I don't even recognise half the names.

Unlike the real Man Booker, writers from outside the Commonwealth are also considered.

Should enter it for the Man Booker although it might be a bit difficult for this years panel.