Stephen King was the master of thriller in the '70s with novels like The Shining and The Dead Zone. He always brought more than just a story, setting an atmosphere that was of a deeper tone, and the unforeseen forces of evil were unimaginable. Though it may seem that this many years later, he would not be able to capture the essence of the earlier novels, he has done it again in Joyland. The only thing different is that it is written by a much older, more experienced man.
The story takes place in a small amusement park where Devin
Eudora Welty: A Daring Life
by Mackenzie M. May 31st, 2013 | Book Review, New Releases
Few women writers have been as incredibly influential in American literature as Eudora Welty. Known for her independence and courage in the face of family and societal issues of her time, Welty lived a long, fascinating, and beautiful life. In her 2012 book, A Daring Life, Carolyn Brown highlights the amazing accomplishments of this gifted writer, while crafting intricate syntax of her own. The story of Welty’s life is an enjoyable read that seemingly transports readers into the 20th Century Mississippi landscapes that both raised and inspired a young Eudora. For a new release to pick up this summer,
Happy, Happy, Happy by Phil Robertson
by Kimberly Hays May 23rd, 2013 | New Releases
Phil Robertson, who is also known as The Duck Commander, is the patriarch of the number one hit show on the A&E channel’s “Duck Dynasty”, where his life with his wife, sons, and brother, Si, and the duck call empire that he built, are followed in the reality TV series. A man of deep faith, he states that the most important things to him in his life are “Faith, family, ducks — in that order”. His catch phrase is “Happy, Happy, Happy”, and this is also the title of his new book that was released on May 6th.
The family
The family
Nia Vardalos as “Instant Mom”
by Louise May 21st, 2013 | Book Review, Topic of the Month
My Big Fat Greek Wedding is one of my all-time favorite movies. The movie was a sleeper hit, never reaching the number one spot at the box office, yet steadily climbing to the top of the list for high-grossing romantic comedies. It was a surprise to me when I found out that the lead actress and screenwriter, Nia Vardalos, are one and the same. Vardalos is highly talented on both fronts, bringing the perfect amount of humor to the film and her role in it. Vardalos had been looking for a reason why My Big Fat Greek Wedding became
By Some Miracle I Made It Out of There: A Memoir
by Kimberly Hays May 7th, 2013 | New Releases
Tom Sizemore is popular for his acting roles in Natural Born Killers and Saving Private Ryan, among many more movies. He suffered from addiction for many years, and is now clean and sober. By Some Miracle I Made It Out of There: A Memoir is his autobiography which was written by him, and Anna David, who is an author in her own right, specializing in topics on addiction. This book is very honest, and deals with the dark side of Hollywood.
Sizemore was one of the most sought after actors until he started participating in the harmful abuse of drugs. He
Sizemore was one of the most sought after actors until he started participating in the harmful abuse of drugs. He
