Friday, October 4, 2013
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Overdue Books
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Overdue Books: Dear Reader(s): Boy am I behind on all the great books that I have had the pleasure of reading lately. First up, if you haven't tri...
Monday, September 30, 2013
Overdue Books
Dear Reader(s):
Boy am I behind on all the great books that I have had the pleasure of reading lately.
First up, if you haven't tried "The Chonicles of Elantra" series by Michelle Sagara, it is enthralling.
Her most recent offering in the series is "Cast in Sorrow" were we learn about the capabilities of the main character. I won't say much more about the story because you really have to start at the beginning of this series and watch as the main character evolves . This series is more fantasy/world building than romance or paranormal genre. But what I really love about this series is how the stories are written, you are learning along with the protagonist what her abilities, their meaning and her place in world.
Second up is "Chimes at Midnight" an "October Daye" book by Seanan McGuire. Wow what a game changer and your never sure if October will really succeed at her quest, but she will die trying if she has to. This book also leads to new possibilities as we have a change in the power structure going on.
Well, unfortunately this is all I have time for but I hope this gives you some ideas for new books to read.
Escape Into Books!
Kimm
Boy am I behind on all the great books that I have had the pleasure of reading lately.
First up, if you haven't tried "The Chonicles of Elantra" series by Michelle Sagara, it is enthralling.
Her most recent offering in the series is "Cast in Sorrow" were we learn about the capabilities of the main character. I won't say much more about the story because you really have to start at the beginning of this series and watch as the main character evolves . This series is more fantasy/world building than romance or paranormal genre. But what I really love about this series is how the stories are written, you are learning along with the protagonist what her abilities, their meaning and her place in world.
Second up is "Chimes at Midnight" an "October Daye" book by Seanan McGuire. Wow what a game changer and your never sure if October will really succeed at her quest, but she will die trying if she has to. This book also leads to new possibilities as we have a change in the power structure going on.
Well, unfortunately this is all I have time for but I hope this gives you some ideas for new books to read.
Escape Into Books!
Kimm
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Yucky Week, Good Books
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Yucky Week, Good Books: Dear Readers: This has been a kind of a yucky week, but thankfully the author, Connie Suttle, came out with the second book in her trilog...
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Yucky Week, Good Books
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Yucky Week, Good Books: Dear Readers: This has been a kind of a yucky week, but thankfully the author, Connie Suttle, came out with the second book in her trilog...
Yucky Week, Good Books
Dear Readers:
This has been a kind of a yucky week, but thankfully the author, Connie Suttle, came out with the second book in her trilogy "God Wars".
This was another great book from Ms. Suttle and a great addition to the interlocking universe that Ms. Suttle has created. If you haven't tried one of her books yet, now is a good time.
Another great book I read last week was Nalini Singh's newest PSY/Changeling book. "Heart of Obsidian"
The book description itself tells you that this is a game changer to the PSYnet . In other words this allows Ms. Singh to re-build the world she has already created. That's a great move and I can't wait to see what comes out of it.
As a final thought, I have found myself going out of my comfort zone book wise. I have always stuck with the same authors, but as Amazon and other self-published authors are becoming more assessable, I have found some really good authors. Connie Suttle was one of these authors. So don't be afraid to branch out, you may be very surprised.
Happy Reading,
Kimberely
This has been a kind of a yucky week, but thankfully the author, Connie Suttle, came out with the second book in her trilogy "God Wars".
This was another great book from Ms. Suttle and a great addition to the interlocking universe that Ms. Suttle has created. If you haven't tried one of her books yet, now is a good time.
Another great book I read last week was Nalini Singh's newest PSY/Changeling book. "Heart of Obsidian"
The book description itself tells you that this is a game changer to the PSYnet . In other words this allows Ms. Singh to re-build the world she has already created. That's a great move and I can't wait to see what comes out of it.
As a final thought, I have found myself going out of my comfort zone book wise. I have always stuck with the same authors, but as Amazon and other self-published authors are becoming more assessable, I have found some really good authors. Connie Suttle was one of these authors. So don't be afraid to branch out, you may be very surprised.
Happy Reading,
Kimberely
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Its Been a Little Slow Lately
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Its Been a Little Slow Lately: Dear Readers: Its been a little slow on the book loving front. I did read the new Connie Suttle book, "Blood Double". Its the ...
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Its Been a Little Slow Lately
Dear Readers:
Its been a little slow on the book loving front. I did read the new Connie Suttle book, "Blood Double". Its the first book in a new series from her.
If you haven't checked out Connie Suttle before, I would start out with "Blood Wager". This first book starts out introducing you to the characters that lead up "Blood Double".
Ms. Suttle does a great job of world building and keeping you very interested and involved in the characters. If you would like to checkout her website, go to www.suttledemon.com. She usually publishes a book once a month (another reason I love her) so that's another great plus. In the world of paranormal/sci-fi/ fantasy, Ms. Suttle is a class act.
Here's to Getting Lost in Another World!
Its been a little slow on the book loving front. I did read the new Connie Suttle book, "Blood Double". Its the first book in a new series from her.
If you haven't checked out Connie Suttle before, I would start out with "Blood Wager". This first book starts out introducing you to the characters that lead up "Blood Double".
Ms. Suttle does a great job of world building and keeping you very interested and involved in the characters. If you would like to checkout her website, go to www.suttledemon.com. She usually publishes a book once a month (another reason I love her) so that's another great plus. In the world of paranormal/sci-fi/ fantasy, Ms. Suttle is a class act.
Here's to Getting Lost in Another World!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers a...
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers a...: Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes! : If you like a light hearted read with great characters, then Shelly L...
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes!
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes!: If you like a light hearted read with great characters, then Shelly Laurenston's books are perfect for you. Ms. Laurenston's boo...
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: My Love of Books
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: My Love of Books: I'm a big reader and I thought I would touch on a few authors that I enjoy, because for me books are culture. First off, I am not some ...
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes!
Book Lovin, Culture and Happenings: Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes!: If you like a light hearted read with great characters, then Shelly Laurenston's books are perfect for you. Ms. Laurenston's boo...
Something Wrong In Charlaine Harris Land
Dear Readers:
I've made a decision not to buy the last Sookie Stackhouse book by Charlaine Harris. For me this is a sad moment, as I have enjoyed this series for many years, but the last 2 to 3 books have not been up to the standard that was written in the past. I felt that as soon as the T.V. series started something got lost. In saying that, she has written a few thrillers that were quite good. I think Ms. Harris just lost interest in the Sookie World. I will miss this series but know that more are to come and will hopefully include Ms. Harris. Its just to bad that Sookie's World had to end like this.
Happy Escapism!
I've made a decision not to buy the last Sookie Stackhouse book by Charlaine Harris. For me this is a sad moment, as I have enjoyed this series for many years, but the last 2 to 3 books have not been up to the standard that was written in the past. I felt that as soon as the T.V. series started something got lost. In saying that, she has written a few thrillers that were quite good. I think Ms. Harris just lost interest in the Sookie World. I will miss this series but know that more are to come and will hopefully include Ms. Harris. Its just to bad that Sookie's World had to end like this.
Happy Escapism!
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
So are you feeling low?
So have you had one those days that you feel down or low and yet cannot pin point the reason why? How do you handle these type of days. Some people will go out and have their favorite meal. Some will go out to a place that helps them take their mind off of their feelings. Others will surround themselves with people in hopes of lifting their spirit up. So many different ways and yet not the same thing will work for every body Don't be ashamed of sharing low moments with friends and family because your not alone, everyone has had those moments and sometimes just a little understanding from others can mean a world of difference.
And if all else fails... Read a Good Book!!! But know your not alone.
And if all else fails... Read a Good Book!!! But know your not alone.
Friday, April 19, 2013
Lion, Tigers and Bears!, Oh Yes!
If you like a light hearted read with great characters, then Shelly Laurenston's books are perfect for you. Ms. Laurenston's books deal with shifter world. Her view of shifters are not quite like anyone else that I've read. In her shifter world, there are Wild Dog Packs, Polar Bears, Jackals as well as Wolves and Lions. There are also cross breeds which add to the action. Try out this great series! You'll find yourself laughing through the whole thing. Escapism at its finest.
Kimm
Monday, April 15, 2013
My Love of Books
I'm a big reader and I thought I would touch on a few authors that I enjoy, because for me books are culture. First off, I am not some highbrow reader, though I have read many of the classics and enjoyed most of them. Currently I am more into Fantasy, Paranormal and Sci-fi more than anything else.
One of my favorite authors right now is Chloe Neill and her Chicagoland Vampires. The world building is great, but she also uses a lot of the actual Chicago landmarks and in her books. Her books are serious with a bit of wit thrown in, They are books that are hard to put down. The main character is Merit , a strong female character who makes the hard decisions but would rather find a piece of chocolate, if given the option. My kind a heroine!
This book and others in the series can found at Amazon and other major retailers. Hopefully you'll enjoy them as much as I do.
One of my favorite authors right now is Chloe Neill and her Chicagoland Vampires. The world building is great, but she also uses a lot of the actual Chicago landmarks and in her books. Her books are serious with a bit of wit thrown in, They are books that are hard to put down. The main character is Merit , a strong female character who makes the hard decisions but would rather find a piece of chocolate, if given the option. My kind a heroine!
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Teaching in America Today
I recently read an article about a teacher who when he retired, wrote a letter on his Facebook about what is happening in teaching today. This gentleman had been a history teacher for 47 years, most of which he spent trying to inspire his student with the love of learning. Unfortunately he had to spend his last few years teaching his students how to pass a standardized test. To me this is heartbreaking. I, like many kids, may not have enjoyed every class or every day of school, but overall I took many things away from my years in school. My love of reading started in 1st grade and 40 odd years later is still with me. I've always loved history, but my interest in archeology and anthropology started in 4th grade because my 4th grade teacher gave us a week long presentation on King Tut.
If teachers today are forced to only prepare their students for what is on a standardized test then where does the inspiration come from to go out and find out about this wonderful world of ours? The disservice that is being doing done to kids today is a tragedy. Drop out rates are higher now than ever and we are also losing great teachers as well. For one of the most wealthy countries in the world, why are not more of our American children going on to University?
Do I have the answers? No. But I do have the concern for what the future will look like for children in the future. The hard questions need to be asked, is "No Child Left Behind" actually leaving more children behind?
K.W. Green
If teachers today are forced to only prepare their students for what is on a standardized test then where does the inspiration come from to go out and find out about this wonderful world of ours? The disservice that is being doing done to kids today is a tragedy. Drop out rates are higher now than ever and we are also losing great teachers as well. For one of the most wealthy countries in the world, why are not more of our American children going on to University?
Do I have the answers? No. But I do have the concern for what the future will look like for children in the future. The hard questions need to be asked, is "No Child Left Behind" actually leaving more children behind?
K.W. Green
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