by J.K. Rowling I’m going to jump into my review of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix straightaway with four favorite quotes before I give some thoughts on my mixed feelings about the book as a whole. (1) Dumbledore’s advice to Harry: “Indifference and neglect often do much more damage than outright dislike.” […]
Exciting news! Another book I’ve contributed to has been published and is available for purchase. I’ve posted all of the details below. While I’m at it, I’m going to follow up on this post with other volumes I’ve helped author in the past. Stay tuned for more! Edited by Kevin A. Morrison Genres: Academic, 19th-Century, […]
Penne Pasta with Artichokes and Pistachio Sauce [adapted from Delallo] Ingredients: 1 1-lb. package penne pasta 1 c. quartered artichoke hearts 3/4 c. shelled pistachio nuts (be sure to buy them pre-shelled to save time and spare your fingers!) 5 Tbsp. melted butter 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic in oil 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil […]
Beneath the Falls: Poems by Mark D. Bennion Genre: Poetry Length: 102 pages Published: December 16, 2020 Purchase Links: Amazon, Wipf and Stock Publishers Official Description: “In its own modest way, Beneath the Falls celebrates the archetypal journey of birth, death, and change. These poems grapple with upheaval and peace, tragedy and renewal, estrangement and […]
by Keri Smith “Pick up the journal without using your hands.” An interactive book for kids and adults alike. Keri Smith’s Wreck this Journal series invite readers to get hands-on and enjoy some creative destruction and rule-breaking within the pages of this to-be-mangled book. Some instructions invite readers to break away from traditional […]
I recently finished rereading the Harry Potter series. I decided to indulge myself with this literary treat as a bit of escape. I’ve read the series more than once and it did not disappoint this time either. When asked, I’d always said my favorite installment was the third book Harry Potter and the Prisoner of […]
Death in the Clouds (Hercule Poirot #12) by Agatha Christie Genres: Mystery, Fiction, Detective, Crime, British, Series Publisher: William Morrow Length: 253 Published: June 14, 2011 (originally published March 10, 1935) Purchase Links: Amazon, Barnes & Noble My Goodreads Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Official Book Summary: “Hercule Poirot must solve a perplexing case […]
by Marissa Meyer Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy, Fairy Tale, Romance, Retellings Publisher: Feiwel & Friends Published: November 8, 2016 Length: 453 pages Purchase Links: Amazon, Barnes & Noble Note: The book retells Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland as a prequel from the Queen of Hearts point-of-view. Offical Books Summary: “Catherine may be one of […]
The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu with Douglas Abrams Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Spirituality, Philosophy, Religion, Friendship, Inspirational Publisher: Avery (Penguin Random House) Length: 354 pages Published: October 18, 2016 Purchase Links: Amazon, Barnes & Noble My Goodreads Rating: 5 […]
by Trenton B. Olsen Genres: Academic, History, Science, 19th-Century British Literature, Poetry Publisher: Routledge Length: 194 pages Published: November 30, 2018 Purchase Links: Amazon, Barnes & Noble Official Book Summary: “The influences of William Wordsworth’s writing and evolutionary theory—the nineteenth century’s two defining visions of nature—conflicted in the Victorian period. For Victorians, Wordsworthian nature was […]
by Yann Martel “Grief is a disease. We were riddled with its pockmarks, tormented by its fevers, broken by its blows. It ate at us like maggots, attacked us like lice–we scratched ourselves to the edge of madness. In the process we became as withered as crickets, as tired as old dogs. Nothing fit right […]
by L. G. Rollins Today I’m happy to participate in a blog tour for an upcoming YA release from Cedar Fort Press. December 8th marked the release of newcomer L. G. Rollins’ first installment in the Zaad Stone Trilogy, Shadows of Angels. Rollins’ fantasy novel follows the journey of Aerbrin. After forest-dwellers kill Aerbrin’s father […]
I recently finished reading J.K. Rowling’s screenplay of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. I still haven’t seen the movie (her original writing was a greater priority), but on top of rereading the series twice last year as well as enjoying Harry Potter and the Cursed Child for the first time last fall, it’s […]
Jactionary: 100 Books to Read in 2016 (Before They Hit the Big Screen)
People, we have some serious reading to get through! Below are 100 books that are being adapted to film. Some are already in theaters, some are forthcoming with set release dates, and others are still in the works. Any way you look at it, we have some work to do! Which books will you be […]