Tag Archive | book
Interview with Author Carlos J Server & Giveaway!
Originally posted on Happymeerkatreviews:
Today I am pleased to be holding an interview with Carlos J Server, author of A Lucky Day, a comedy novel which was a finalist in the first Amazon Indie Literary Prize for Spanish Authors. I have already reviewed this very funny madcap comedy and my review can be seen here. Along…
A Magnificent Library Parking Garage
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
Outside of the American Midwest, most people would not expect to find exceptional library design in Kansas City, Missouri. If they went to downtown Kansas City, however, those people might be surprised. Back in 2003 and 2004, the Kansas City Public Library Board of Trustees decided to transform the Library District…
Ideas and the Philosophy of Books in a Video Game
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
The discussion of alternative facts, censorship, the freedom of the press, and the value of information has become more and more important in recent months. Luckily book lovers and video game creators are working to make those questions more accessible. I had the chance to look at Quote, a video game…
What Happens When We Judge a Book by Its Cover?
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
People usually respond in one of two ways to the phenomenon of judging a book by its cover; they mourn man’s shallowness, or they consider a book’s marketing potential. But how much does the look of a book matter? How do people feel about book covers? And how do those…
Review: My Wonderful Fran by Paul Spelzini
Originally posted on Happymeerkatreviews:
I was kindly sent a free copy of this book by the publisher Austin Macauley for a review. This is a biography of Francesca, who committed suicide after suffering from mental illness, here is my review. Francesca Spelzini was eighteen years old when she took her own life after a battle…
The Ambiguity of Belated Book Sequels: Neil Gaiman and Philip Pullman
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
When an author finishes a book or a series, I consider it done. I read the book(s) with the understanding that the story is complete. Even if I adore the narrative and characters, I don’t typically feel a burning desire for more. (The exception, of course, being when an author…
Viv Drewa - The Owl Lady 