Can anyone really get away with publishing a political book anonymously? This year's attempt was with O: A Presidential Novel. The only hint that was given in the marketing of the novel is the claim that the author has been in the same room with Obama several times. Publisher Jonathan Karp asked all of the people who would meet this description, and knew enough about the inner workings of campaigns, to be a potential author of the novel to refrain from commenting about being the author, so that it would be more difficult to determine the actual author.
The novel
The Help
by T Akery August 15th, 2011 | New Releases
The Help is a book written by Kathryn Stockett. A movie by the same name is on the big screen. From all accounts, it is supposed to be a feel-good story about the racial divide present in the 1960s. But in reality, the book itself has some problems which this review is going to address. This book does contain some racial material. So be careful in picking up this book if you are sensitive to such subjects.
Shakespeare and Mark Twain had one very important attribute in their writings. They both addressed the language of the times. Mark Twain showed
Shakespeare and Mark Twain had one very important attribute in their writings. They both addressed the language of the times. Mark Twain showed
J.K. Rowling’s New Project – Pottermore
by Kaitlin August 12th, 2011 | Authors, Fiction, Young Adults
It's no secret that we're big fans of Harry Potter here at 'Bout Books. The books are classics that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike, and the movies are exciting adaptations that (mostly) do the books justice. But what is there to do after you've read all seven books and seen all eight movies? J.K. Rowling's aptly-named interactive website, Pottermore.com is coming soon to satisfy your need for all things Harry Potter!
In true Potter fashion, fans were able to discover the secret behind Pottermore through a series of riddles. Using the Secret Street View feature of Google Maps, Rowling hid
In true Potter fashion, fans were able to discover the secret behind Pottermore through a series of riddles. Using the Secret Street View feature of Google Maps, Rowling hid
The Imperfectionists by Tom Rachman
by Jaclyn Abergas August 11th, 2011 | Fiction, Reading
The Imperfectionists, written by Tom Rachman, follows the chaotic, adventure-filled lives of the reporters, editors and executives of an international English-language newspaper while they struggle to keep the paper and their personal lives alfloat. Kathleen is the editor-in-chief who has been betrayed and chosen to focus on her job. Arthur is the obituary writer, who has had his life transformed by an unspeakable tragedy. Abbey is the head of the accounting department, who thinks she's finally going to have a love life but her work life will always ruin it. Lloyd, a veteran freelancer from Paris, goes to great
The Original Argument
by T Akery August 8th, 2011 | New Releases
The Original Argument by Glenn Beck is really a synopsis of some of the Federalist Papers. The Federalist Papers are a collection of 85 essays whose purpose was to convince New Yorkers to vote for the U.S. Constitution. For anyone who is interested in understanding our historical beginnings, the Federalist Papers are required reading.
Before plunging into this review, it should be noted that Glenn Beck is a very polarizing political figure. You will find people who hate him and anything he writes. On the flip side, you will find people who love him and whatever he does write. This
Before plunging into this review, it should be noted that Glenn Beck is a very polarizing political figure. You will find people who hate him and anything he writes. On the flip side, you will find people who love him and whatever he does write. This
