So last week I went out to this YA movie--I am not huge on bashing authors, so I will not give an opinion on the Twilight debate--but I have to admit how much I enjoyed this movie. I have read all of the books, so I know the original ending and the alternate ending. Breaking… Continue reading Movie Mention: The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn: Part 2
Website Wonders: I Write Like
So I was randomly searching the web when I found this website: I Write Like. Basically, click on the link, and you can paste any kind of text that you have written into the box. After that, click analyze, and it shows what famous writer you write like. I pasted in the most current novel… Continue reading Website Wonders: I Write Like
Movie Mention: Lawless
I saw this bootlegging gang movie when it came out in theaters, so I'm very excited the DVD is released today! Living during the Depression, the three Bondurant brothers run Franklin County, Virginia with their illegal alcohol sales. But when corrupt eyes fall on their successful money, Forrest, Howard, and Jack must rely on one… Continue reading Movie Mention: Lawless
Inspiration
So this Sunday, I checked my favorite site Postsecret.com (read what I said about it here), and I found this little gem: I think this is FANTASTIC, because it gives me the chance to ask you this question: Are there any novels, poems, or plays which make you feel closer to someone in or out… Continue reading Inspiration
TV Time: Alaska Marshals
Hey all! I've been enjoying the family time at home recently, but I thought I would share some cool information with you. During my family reunion (not the ENTIRE family, but more than I normally get to see), I saw family from Pennsylvania and Alaska. We caught up, ate a lot of food, and, most… Continue reading TV Time: Alaska Marshals
Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving !! As cliche as it sounds, be sure to take a moment today and remember what you're thankful for. I know I am thankful for my loved ones and living.But I have another challenge for readers and writers! Think of your favorite novels and why you are grateful for them. What made you fall in… Continue reading Thanksgiving
Movie Mention: Skyfall
Last night I didn't get out of the theatre until 11:30 p.m. because I went and saw Skyfall, even though I've been slightly ill. (Hopefully that goes away in time for Thanksgiving!) But was it worth it? Probably. I'm not a HUGE action-movie fan, or a fan of James Bond being blonde-haired and blue-eyed, BUT… Continue reading Movie Mention: Skyfall
Relax & Read: Beautiful Creatures
I was going to save this post for the future, but I couldn't stop myself today, because I somehow just found out that this YA novel is ALSO being made into a movie. (Comes out in February of 2013) Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl will transport you into the magical south the… Continue reading Relax & Read: Beautiful Creatures
Movie Mention: City of Bones
So...I've written about how much I LOVE Cassandra Clare's YA series, The Mortal Instruments (read about what I said here), and a movie adaptation comes out August 23, 2013. So, yes, I know this is WAYYY early, but I couldn't help myself. The teaser trailer came out last night, and here it is. Watch it!… Continue reading Movie Mention: City of Bones
Relax & Read: A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics
Firstly, I'd like to apologize for my lack of posts--I'm in my last month of this semester, so I'm swamped with final tests and projects. Thank you for understanding! Second--"A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics" by CA Conrad! One of the perks of being here at the University of Kansas, is getting to meet wonderful… Continue reading Relax & Read: A Beautiful Marsupial Afternoon: New (Soma)tics
