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Posts that introduce a new reader to the blog
Old Lady Smackdown aka Bingo: Part One: Players Get Ready To Rumble
Part one of a funny account of a time when I played Bingo and was smacked down by some little old ladies.
Why You Need To Meet ‘A Gentleman In Moscow’
A book recommendation for A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles with all the reasons you should read it
10 Gift Ideas Under $20 For Book Nerds, Movie Geeks, And TV Fans
Ten unique gift ideas under $20 for the nerd or geek in your life or ideas to add to your wishlist.
Why I Write Recommendations And Not Reviews
Recommendations are more personal that reviews with a more active call to action. Reviews are more self-centered and unreliable.
My Answers To 10 Literary Questions
Ten questions with a literary theme including the most beautiful cover, what author would you want to interview, favorite fictional couple, and favorite villain.
Wright Here, Wright Now: Edgar Wright’s Visual Storytelling
Edgar Wright’s visual storytelling make his movies a cut above the rest in how he handles characters as well as mundane actions. Examples from Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz, The World’s End, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World and Baby Driver.
How I Became A Heartless Monster By Confusing Two Books In Conversation
A misunderstanding in a chat with a stranger led to an uncomfortable situation when The Road and On The Road were confused.
Juror #9 You Are Excused For Being A Book Nerd
An innocent recommendation gets me kicked off a jury.
My Quest To Slay The BBC Must Read Book List
My quest to read all the books on the BBC Must Read Book List.