Spoon and more stories about friendshipLast month, September 20, 2011, Scholastic Storybook Treasures released the Second Volume in their new “My First” collection, and I was lucky enough to be allowed to review it! I ADORE Scholastic Storybook Treasures, as do my grandchildren, as they bring thoughtful, entertaining and award winning stories to life with stunning illustrations and celebrity narration. Not only that - I enjoy them as much as my grandchildren do, and that’s saying a lot for a ... continue reading...
DVD Reviews: Spoon and other stories
Book Review & Giveaway: Assassin of Secrets
Assassin of SecretsAuthor: Q.R. MarkahamThe stealth and allure of Ian Fleming's CIA and MI6 infiltrated spy novels is back - only Jonathon Chase is a protagonist's protagonist. Perhaps the only man left in the higher echelon of espionage agents, Chase's intentions are pure. He pursues peace. Loyal to his country and his own morals, he faces hidden betrayals at every turn that mask the entrails of espionage that oozes from every page of Markham's mesmerizing "Assassins of Secrets."The ... continue reading...
DVD Reviews: The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers and more inspiring tales You ALL know how much I LOVE Scholastic Storybook Treasures – I always end up learning as much as my grandkids, and these illustrated DVD’s are so wonderfully narrated and illustrated…not to mention, the follow along words. This DVD is especially inspiring, as it speaks of unusual people, people who follow their dreams, and who touch the world in an inspiring way. AND all the stories are based on true people and their lives. I ... continue reading...
DVD Reviews: The Tree of Life
The Tree of Life The Tree of Life is one of my favorite films of the year. There is no questioning it. While the film may not be for everyone, anyone can appreciate the imagery. Truly a cinematic masterpiece, The Tree of Life is a piece of art, unparalleled. The last time we saw ambition such as this was in the sixties and seventies. Filmmaking is an art and every once in a while the industry forgets that, this is the film is the reminder. It belongs in the same cannon as 2001, Enter the ... continue reading...
Book reviews: Webs of Fate
Webs of Fate Author: Darlene QuinnIn the mid-1980's, women went to their favorite department stores with their girlfriends and spend the day shopping and lunching at the indoor tearooms. The experience allowed suburban women access to designer clothing as well as less expensive couture.It is 1983 and Ashleigh McDowell, director of personnel at Bentley's Royale is distraught. One of the stores talented buyers, Danielle Norman, who works under Adele Watson is missing. Adele's manipulations and ... continue reading...
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