Comedic writing is truly an art. It takes a great deal of skill to infuse comedy into a traditionally non-funny topic or your life story. Set up and timing are crucial, as well as language and imagery. Otherwise it looks like you’re trying too […]
My feelings about book series are complicated. There are a few series I’ve loved, and many more I haven’t. I’ve previously written about series I’ve found worth sticking with, and ones I’ve bailed on. After reading my post about bailing on a series, a FB friend […]
Every so often, I encounter a book that is wildly popular, selling a ton of copies, yet leaves me wondering what all the fuss is about. Paula Hawkin’s sophomore novel, Into the Water, is a perfect example. “Best sellers” doesn’t necessarily mean “best books.” In […]
My husband calls me a Book Snob when I place certain volumes out for display, or to catch attention of visitors. In my defense, some of the books I display come from his collection of classic literature, and I know he secretly likes it […]
A few months ago, I reviewed a few books I’d read thanks to my Book of the Month membership. I was gifted a three month subscription for Christmas. Historically I haven’t read a lot of brand new fiction, partly because I perpetually have a long TBR list, […]
Whenever I’m in a setting where people browsing books, I become a super curious, over friendly creeper: “Oh hey, whatcha got there? Ooohhh that’s a good one, you should definitely get it! If you like that author, you’ll love this other one…” This usually happens […]
Welcome to another edition of Five Things Friday. I know I’m not the only one who had a difficult week, so I’d like to share some of my more joyful and bookish moments. Book of the Week: I’ve always like Bruce Springsteen […]
Being a feeling person can be rough, especially during weeks like this, when our country is reeling from yet another tragedy. I find it incredibly important, yet sometimes difficult, to be sure I am participating in activities which fill me up, when I am feelings […]
How to Handle A Narcissist by Theresa Jackson I’ve recently become aware of the patterns existing between people who are empathic (me) and narcissists. This is the first book I’ve tackled dedicated to the subject of narcissists. I found it enlightening and comforting. The […]
