The Loopy Librarian

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Beautiful Creatures: Read the books; watch the movie

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I met the authors of Beautiful Creatures at the Decatur Book Festival. I had them sign the first three books in the series. The fourth book, Beautiful Redemption comes out October 23rd. I can't wait. I only wish my daughter would be in country when the movie comes out in February. This is the kind of movie we would enjoy together. Get More: Emmy Rossum, Emma Thompson, … [Read more...] about Beautiful Creatures: Read the books; watch the movie

Tune in for “Game Time: Tackling the Past” September 3rd at 8/7c on NBC.

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Pro football star Jake Walker had the perfect life. A Hall of Fame career, millions of dollars, and thousands of adoring fans. That is, until the life he thought he knew took an unexpected turn. Now Jake is forced to return home to the town that once revered him—and face the people and unresolved events from his past. This gripping sports drama confirms that a person's real … [Read more...] about Tune in for “Game Time: Tackling the Past” September 3rd at 8/7c on NBC.

Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay soon to be released in film

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I read Sarah's Key earlier this year, and I was deeply moved as well as troubled by it. It is not a happy story, but one that needed to be told. The author takes the story of the Vichy government's treatment of the Jews and makes it very personal through a little girl named Sarah and her family. It will make you sick, and it will make you cry. But, it will also teach you about … [Read more...] about Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay soon to be released in film

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Pt. 2

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I went with friends to see the last Harry Potter film. We saw it in 3D, and it was nothing short of awesome! Harry fans will not be disappointed. Now I want to go back and read all the books again. I've been following Harry for over 10 years and it's hard to let go. But, I'll be buying Deathly Hallows when the DVD pack is released, and revisiting Harry many, many times--like an … [Read more...] about Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Pt. 2