I always come back to Stephen King. No fail. I may take a long break, I may not really read a lot of other horror, but if I spy a new work by King on the shelf, I have to pick it up.
Do I like everything he writes? No. But with his characters and his Maine, I always enjoy the ride.
I picked up Full Dark, No Stars from the local library this week and was glad to see that it was not only Stephen King, but it was Stephen King short stories.
Even if you aren't someone who reads a
Posts Tagged ‘northeast’
Returning to Classics: Hawthorne
June 29th, 2011 by Louise | Authors, Classics
Born in Salem, Massachusetts, in 1804 and meeting his end in Plymouth, New Hampshire, in 1864, Nathaniel Hawthorne was a true New Englander. It comes as no surprise that much of his writing centers on New England. His fiction is considered part of the Romantic Movement and has Puritan inspiration. His work often delves into the ideas of inherent evil or sin of humanity. He published four major romance novels:
- The Scarlet Letter (1850) - Life in 17th-century Puritan Boston is not easy for Hester Prynne, who conceived her daughter Pearl through an adulterous affair. She wears a scarlet "A" for "adultery"
Boston Reads
August 27th, 2009 by Jaclyn Abergas | Authors, Children's, Festivals
Planning on visiting Boston between April and November? Then be sure to drop by these literary festivals!
1. Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair
The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair happens every November at the Hynes Convention Center. The book fair features an extensive collection of antiquarian books exhibited and for sale, including rare collectibles and first editions. Other activities include author appearances and book signings.
2. Three Apples Storytelling Festival
The Three Apples Storytelling Festival occurs every September in the small town of Bedford, Massachusetts. To get people excited about the festival, the organizers arrange for Preview Performances, where libraries host free storytelling performances
1. Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair
The Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair happens every November at the Hynes Convention Center. The book fair features an extensive collection of antiquarian books exhibited and for sale, including rare collectibles and first editions. Other activities include author appearances and book signings.
2. Three Apples Storytelling Festival
The Three Apples Storytelling Festival occurs every September in the small town of Bedford, Massachusetts. To get people excited about the festival, the organizers arrange for Preview Performances, where libraries host free storytelling performances
Storytelling in Connecticut
July 7th, 2009 by Jaclyn Abergas | Authors, Festivals
Going to Connecticut? Then be sure to drop by any of these literary fairs.
1. Connecticut Children's Book Fair
The Connecticut Children's Book Fair was founded to create a venue to unite all people who love children's literature, including readers, authors and illustrators. The fair is free to the public and to the entire family. Held for two days at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, the fair features book readings and signings by authors and illustrators. There are story book character appearances, with a chance to have breakfast with them. Scheduled every year in November, the fair runs from 10am until
1. Connecticut Children's Book Fair
The Connecticut Children's Book Fair was founded to create a venue to unite all people who love children's literature, including readers, authors and illustrators. The fair is free to the public and to the entire family. Held for two days at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, the fair features book readings and signings by authors and illustrators. There are story book character appearances, with a chance to have breakfast with them. Scheduled every year in November, the fair runs from 10am until
