Just look: "Ah, of course. There is no need to tell me any more, Ms. Granger. Which one of you will be dying this year?" I mean really: "I should have made my meaning plainer," said Professor McGonagall, turning at last to look at Umbridge directly in the eyes. "He has achieved high marks in … Continue reading Can we please just talk about how sassy Professor McGonagall was?
Books
Books, novellas and short stories reviews, and information about upcoming books.
Jarhead | Anthony Swofford
librarianreadseverything: A number of books over the years have tried to exemplify the life of the grunt/boot/cannon fodder. Written from both the first-person and third-person perspective, they have often blended fiction and non-fiction. Much like the fog of war, it’s hard to draw the line, even in non-fiction, which is actual fact and which has … Continue reading Jarhead | Anthony Swofford
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I am Number Four: The Lost Files: The Fugitive | Release date
I am Number Four: The Lost Files: The Fugitive is the companion ebook novella to the “I am Number Four” series by Pittacus Lore. Premise: This novella picks up with Mark racing to Dulce, New Mexico, evading capture from both the Mogadorians and the FBI. On the road, his mysterious new ally - a fellow … Continue reading I am Number Four: The Lost Files: The Fugitive | Release date
Inspiration Sandwich
librarianreadseverything: The second SARK book I’ve read (see last year’s review of Eat Mangoes Naked, or don’t, whatever) she has a unique ability to put a smile on your face regardless of your mood. The combination of stories and writing style just makes reading these an enjoyable experience. Last time I said pick up the … Continue reading Inspiration Sandwich
Ted Thompson, author of our new issue, “The Beasts of St. Andrew’s,” in conversation with editor Patrick Ryan
oneteenstory: What drew you to the topic of werewolves? Was your interest sparked by something you’d read or seen, or was it sparked by (ahem) something you’d experienced? To be totally honest, I wasn’t drawn to werewolves at all. In fact, when I was teaching creative writing in the years just after Twilight, I had … Continue reading Ted Thompson, author of our new issue, “The Beasts of St. Andrew’s,” in conversation with editor Patrick Ryan
Guns, Germs, and Steel | Jared Diamond
librarianreadseverything: Oh, Jared Diamond, or Dimey, as his friends like to call him, you’ve done it again. No, not put out another masterpiece that combs human history to give us a better understanding of where we came from and how we got here, and how to use that while we look forward. I mean, you … Continue reading Guns, Germs, and Steel | Jared Diamond
House Rules by Jodi Picoult (Book Review)
librarianreadseverything: This is the second book I read by Jodi Picoult, and like the first, I felt the plot missed but her spotlight on an issue was dead-on. In this one, she focuses on Aspergers, and her writing from the three main perspectives - Jacob (Aspergers), Emma (mother), and Theo (brother) - do a great … Continue reading House Rules by Jodi Picoult (Book Review)
Worn Out Spines 