Though I'm still reeling to catch up on the great new releases of 2012, and though I already have a set list of books to tackle as my New Year's resolution, I'm already salivating over the following sneak previews that come courtesy of The Millions. Apparently the first stage of overcoming literature fatigue is admitting…
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Ten Writers….Errrr…Toast… the Future: Thoughts for New Years’ 2013
Looking for some words to guide revelers into the future? Here are some sentiments from writers who have pondered the unknown. 1. Looking for Alaska by John Green Imagining the future is a kind of nostalgia…You spend your whole life stuck in the labyrinth, thinking about how you’ll escape it one day, and how awesome it…
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These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
It's almost a new year, let the embarrassing work Christmas parties commence and the Auld Lang Synes ring! For my part, I'd like to say farewell to 2012 and herald 2013 with a list of favorite things I discovered or enjoyed this past year, for the most part online. Hopefully you'll agree that this collection…
RELAX. The World Ended in 634 BCE
If you are stressing because there is not a single bed-and-breakfast in Bugarach, France (purportedly the only place in the world safe from the predicted Mayan apocalypse of 2012), relax. For a variety of reasons, the world is NOT going to end tomorrow. December 21, 2012, has been ballyhooed for years as the date the world…
Top Ten Self-Deprecating Quotes from Authors
The literary world is a pretentious place, right? You wouldn't think so judging by these ten quotes from authors playfully poking fun at their success. Who knew the Paris Review was such a popular venue in which to be self-deprecating? Know of any others? Tell us in a comment below. 1. Vladimir Nabokov "Lolita is famous,…
Top 10 Most Recommended Books of 2012
"Do give books for Christmas. They’re never fattening, seldom sinful, and permanently personal." ~ Lenore Hershey So many books, so little time... If you are still floundering about for a good Christmas gift, here is a list that may help. Recently, Flavorwire complied a list of the most recommend books from fifteen respected magazines and newspapers and…
A Writer’s Best Friend: Ten Authors and Their Pets
For many of us, pets offer companionship, love, and a patient ear to listen to the wild thoughts we cannot share with fellow members of our species. It's no wonder, then, that so many artists crave the company of furry (or feathered) friends, so often held in high regard as either the inspiration behind or…
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Hmmm… Seems to be a Book! Ten Gift Suggestions for Christmas Reading
Among my friends, (who, let's face it, often regard sunlight as the enemy) there can never be a better Christmas present than a coveted book. Most of our friends, family members, and colleagues know we love to read. However, what to get your favorite bibliophile can be daunting: "Hmmmm... well, Diana sorta likes cats. How about this…
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