Novellas Now that I own an iPad, I’ve been paying more attention to novellas. I like the idea of spending a dollar to easily pick up a quick read by a beloved author. A few weeks ago I reviewed three novellas by some of my favourite authors (Catherynne M. Valente, Rhiannon Paille, and Neal Shusterman) that filled in gaps in their series. I think this is a great use of […]
These books I read for some casual reading – no critical analysis involved! Cracks in the Kingdom by Jaclyn Moriarty Series: The Colours of Madeleine #2 Rating: ★★★ [ratings guide] When the first book in this trilogy came out last year, I was ecstatic to hear it described as Neil Gaiman meets John Green. Moriarty is the only other YA author I adore aside from Green, and Gaiman is one […]
I have been to a handful of author readings. The two that stand out were both hosted by our only independent bookstore. In 2009, Neil Gaiman invited independent bookstores to host Graveyard Book-themed parties. The winning store would host a signing and reading. I remember the day he announced the winners, he blogged about asking his publishers if he could pick two winners, and they let him. The first store […]
Welcome, Armchair BEA participants! I decided to register at the last minute. I’m looking forward to expanding my circle and connecting with more book bloggers 🙂 Please tell us a little bit about yourself: Who are you? How long have you been blogging? Why did you get into blogging? Where in the world are you blogging from? My name is Reno. I’m a Canadian in my early 20s. I’m presently […]
Author: Emily Giffin Title: The One & Only Format/Source: Paperback/ARC Published: May 2014 Publisher: Ballantine Books Length: 400 pages Genre: Chick lit Why I Read:Won through GoodReads First Reads (unfamiliar with Giffin; description had potential) Read If You’re: In need of some football-themed chick lit and can overlook awful handling of rape Rating: ★★ [ratings guide] I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through GoodReads First Reads in exchange […]