Kitty's Greatest Hits by Carrie Vaughn My rating: 2 of 5 stars For some reason, when I requested this book, I thought it was written for young adults. I enjoy stories of the paranormal when they are written for YA, but I usually avoid them when they are written for adults. Adult paranormal books often slip into the realm of erotica and are more graphic in general. This book … [Read more...] about Book Review: Kitty’s Greatest Hits by Carrie Vaughn
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Book Review: The Liberating Truth by Danielle Strickland
Abstract from Goodreads: "Despite decades of legislation, women are still straitjacketed into subservient roles. Girls still "dumb down" in order to catch a good-looking guy. From Barbies to burqas to Botox, women are offered models which stifle their development. The Church needs to stand against such practices. Danielle Strickland argues that it should seize the lead in … [Read more...] about Book Review: The Liberating Truth by Danielle Strickland
Update to Shel Silverstein post
Yesterday must have been the last day for the free shipping promotion because I checked it again today and you have to order $14.01 in additional eligible products to get free shipping. But, the cost of the book is still $10.99 which is a great deal. … [Read more...] about Update to Shel Silverstein post
Harper Collins publishes Every Thing on It by Shel Silverstein
Harper Collins has published a collection of never-before-published poems and drawings by Shel Silverstein. If you are a big fan, as I am, take advantage of Amazon's limited time offer to order the book at the awesome price of $10.99 without paying shipping and handling. I received my copy today, and the poems had me laughing out loud. And as with all his other poetry … [Read more...] about Harper Collins publishes Every Thing on It by Shel Silverstein
Authors talking about their struggles with censorship
"Ideas are dangerous for people who are in little boxes," observes Bette Greene, whose young adult novel The Drowning of Stephan Jones, which deals candidly with homophobia, has been challenged in a number of places throughout the country. She is not alone. Many Open Road authors have had the same experience, including William Styron, Pat Conroy, Jean Craighead George, and … [Read more...] about Authors talking about their struggles with censorship