In ZanesvilleAuthor: Jo Ann BeardWithout the punch of Mona Simpson’s “Anywhere but Here,” or the flash of Elizabeth Berg’s inherent intimate connections in “Joy School,” In Zanesville remains a novel to contemplate. A debut novel, In Zanesville displays Jo Ann Beard’s talent, and I expect her next novel will fly high.We never really know the name of our 14 year old narrator, although she alludes to “Jo” in “Little Women.” The narrator (Jo?) and Felicia (Flea), her best friend, fly by the seat ... continue reading...
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DVD Reviews & Giveaway: Glee Encore
Glee EncoreAPRIL 19th~! Set your calendars! This is the date that Glee Encore comes out on Blu- Ray and DVD from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.I remember when Elvis warbled “Love Me Tender. I cried. I remember when Barbra Streisand first sang “People.” I had goosebunps. I remember when the Beatles sang on stage – and I was there. I screamed. When I listened to the Glee Gang sing through their first season of back to back songs, I just about did all three.Trumping American Idol, ... continue reading...
Book Reviews & Giveaway: Toys
ToysAuthors: James Patterson and Neil McMahonTitillating and tympanic, Toys inhabits the realm of reality, the surreal, and the Orwellian. Fusing Darwinian evolution with über technology that overrules genetics and DNA, Patterson and McMahon’s new thriller targets what might easily become reality – tomorrow. Technologically enhanced, there is a new being running around Earth – the Elites – and humans are the debris that they trample upon. Since 7-4 Day, when the human race almost decimated ... continue reading...
DVD Reviews: You Again
You Again (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo)This seemed to be the perfect date night film. Until I had read the awful buzz on the film, then I got very, very scared. But I generally like touchstone romantic comedies. They are mainly formulaic but also quite fun. They have great gags for the guys and a witty girl power message. The wife to be was very excited about this film, she loved Kristen Bell in Couples Retreat, and is a gigantic fan of Betty White (I have to say I was pretty excited to see ... continue reading...
Children’s Book Reviews & Giveaway: Shoe-La-La
Shoe-La-La!Author: Karen Beaumont Illustrated by LeUyen Pham“Four little girls who love to shopEmily, Ashley, Kaitlyn, ClaireLet’s go find the perfect pair.”These four little girls are girls after my heart! I have found the best little girl’s book ever!!! Shoe-La-La (for girl children and their girlie moms) pounces on every girl’s dream – SHOES!! I can’t own enough shoes – but darling Emily, Ashley, Kaitlyn and Claire are SO MUCH SMARTER than I am.As they try on EVERY pair of shoes in a Rodeo ... continue reading...
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