![]() General Zaroff, a fellow hunter and admirer of Rainsford has grown bored with the ease of murdering even the most dangerous of big game. Moreau General Zaroff and his towering, gigantinormous Cossack servant Ivan. Therefore, I will be brief, like Kim Kardashian's marriage.īig game hunting expert and luminary, Sanger Rainsford, falls off his yacht in the Caribbean and winds up on the island of Dr. Given the number of movies and TV shows that have adapted the plot of this story, I feel dumb even summarizing it. **Removing the last vestiges of doubt regarding my nerdness, the alien is "Tosk" from the Star Trek DS9 episode, “Captive Pursuit.” Yes, it was an easy, soft ball of a question the correct answer is 4. They are all very happy NOT to be Jan Michael Vincent. They all starred in adaptations of Richard Connell’s famous short story “The Most Dangerous Game.”ģ. None of them could act their way out of a puff of smoke.Ģ. QUESTION: What do Gilligan, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Homer Simpson and this Star Trek alien** have in common?ĪNSWER (select the one that best applies):ġ. ![]()
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![]() ![]() Langley was featured on a Saturday panel discussion about “The Psychology of Stan Lee’s Heroes” but he’s really known for his recent book on Batman. ![]() ![]() Even at their tender age, the boys (who were in an R-rated screening because no one was checking IDs) all were excited about Adam West being at the con (Saturday only).īatman fans who missed the San Diego Comic-Con might be interested in a recent book about Gotham’s most famous citizen by a man with an academic background. Who was the best Batman? (Sorry, George Clooney wasn’t a contender). Who was the best Catwoman? Not surprisingly, none of them chose Halle Berry. Can you possibly attend a comic convention without bumping into a Batman or having a serious discussion about the dark knight? Yesterday at Stan Lee’s Comikaze Expo, we asked a group of four male teens about their thoughts. ![]() ![]() Whereas beautifully upends poetic forms to summon a powerful voice hidden in the interstices." -Scott Neuffer Love's Last Number by Christopher Howell: "A former war journalist's elegant and profound poems use awe-inspiring imagery to answer some of the greatest questions of human existence. ![]() Indeed, Rupi Kaur's collection milk and honey-a favorite in the Shelf office-was published in October of 2015, and has since sold more than a million copies! This year we've already seen some excellent collections published, and our reviewers have been raving: Whereas by Layli Long Soldier: "In this searching, plaintive poetry collection, Native American poet Layli Long Soldier digs deep into the often unseen strata of language, history and identity. Welcome to National Poetry Month! Whether through events, social media campaigns, bookstore displays or individual excitement, April is a great time-but certainly not the only time-to appreciate the poetic form. ![]() ![]() Please check the price before you buy on Amazon! Amazon doesn’t allow a book to be listed as free, but will reduce the price to zero once they hear about it being listed elsewhere for free. ![]() Available FREE in ebook: Books2Read Universal Link ![]() But Stefan’s disappeared, and in his place Carl finds Christian, who may have as much to hide as Carl does-or even more. Now Carl’s come back to Germany to look for answers from the man who made him a monster. He thought he could handle being a werewolf-until he passed the curse on to his English lover, Nick Sewell. ![]() A companion to - or appetiser for - my novel Camwolf.īLURB: Two years ago a casual encounter in Stuttgart left Carl changed forever. Sex with a stranger can be riskier than you know… particularly if that stranger turns out to be a werewolf. A dark little tale, it tells the story of what happened before the excerpt from Camwolf I’ve shared below. ![]() Today I’d like to share with you the official launch of the 2 nd edition of Lonewolf, which is a free standalone short story in the Camwolf-verse. Hi, I’m JL Merrow, and I’m delighted to be here today as part of the blog tour to celebrate the release of Camwolf, my student/teacher werewolf romance set in my alma mater, Cambridge University. Exclusive Excerpt and Free Short Story in the Camwolf-verse ![]() ![]() ![]() Michael Sims, whose previous Victorian collections Dracula’s Guest (vampires) and The Dead Witness (detectives) have been widely praised, has gathered twelve of the best stories about humanity’s oldest supernatural obsession. Ghost stories date back centuries, but those written in the Victorian era have a unique atmosphere and dark beauty. The narrator is very proper and keeps things moving despite the sometimes slow pace of the narrative and though it ends too abruptly for my liking it did give me a decent case of the creeps. As the eeriness continues to settle in, I found it absorbing and a little terrifying and even slightly humorous as one of our protagonists attempts to make excuses for everything happening to them – even though we know he doesn’t really believe any of his own words. ![]() ![]() Unfortunately they’ve chosen the wrong location. They set up camp somewhere on a small island. Two friends head out on a canoeing adventure ignoring, and slightly oblivious to, all of the warning signs that they should go ANYWHERE but where they’re headed. The first hour basically sets the scene for the nightmarish dreamlike conclusion. The beginning is filled with an abundance of descriptive prose. This time it did and it’s given me one more reason to add to my “Why I’ll Never Go Camping Again” list. Sometimes it pays off, sometimes it doesn’t. ![]() Fortunately when it comes to audio, I can and will usually stick it out. I have very little patience for slow starters and this is most definitely a slow starter. ![]() ![]() Instead, she fills a shopping cart with 100 cartons! ![]() For example, when Tyya finds some ice cream she wants, she doesn’t just pick one carton. I think the exaggerations in the book are amusing and will definitely make kids laugh.Kids will sympathize with Tyya and her siblings. Every kid will relate to this story – at least the part about getting frustrated because the parent won’t buy them junk food (aka “something good”).The illustrations (by Michael Martchenko) are fun and kids will love them!.I loved that it was Dad at the grocery store with the kids, instead of the Mom.Here are my pros and cons for Something Good: Spoilers ahead… it is hard to review a picture book without revealing some plot details. I enjoyed that book quite a bit so I went back to Hoopla and selected another one of the author’s children’s books to read. Yesterday I posted a review for The Paper Bag Princess by this author. But when Daddy gets fed up and tells Tyya to “Stand here and Don’t Move!” Tyya knows she’s in big trouble. Tyya’s dad won’t buy anything good at the store-no ice cream, no candy, no cookies. ![]() “Something good” is exactly what Tyya, Andrew and Julie want to put into their shopping cart. Would I recommend it: Likely, but with a caveat Primary Genre(s): Children’s Picture Book ![]() ![]() ![]() Order may come in multiple shipments, however you will only be charged a flat fee.Ģ-10 days after all items have arrived in the warehouse Items in order will be sent as soon as they arrive in the warehouse. ![]() Includes a quiz to help you learn your love language, plus a section on the pros and cons of online dating. This book is designed to help you do both of these things effectively." - Gary Chapman "Nothing has more potential for enhancing one's sense of well-being than effectively loving and being loved. Whether you want to be closer to your parents, reach out more to your friends, or give dating another try, The 5 Love Languages®: Singles Edition will give you the confidence you need to connect with others in a meaningful way. Gain courage to express your emotions and affectionĭiscover the missing ingredient in past relationships ![]() Grow closer to family, friends, and others you care about The premise is simple: Each person gives and receives love in a certain language, and speaking it will strengthen that relationship. And though originally written for married couples, its concepts have proven applicable to families, friends, and even coworkers. With more than 10 million copies sold, The 5 Love Languages® continues to transform relationships worldwide. ![]() Simple ways to strengthen any relationship ![]() ![]() not to mention with a great pair of shoes! Charming, hilarious and at times surprising, you can't put this one down."- Mary Castillo, author of Hot Tamara "A fine, sexy twenty-first century retelling of a favorite fairy tale. Rock on, Berta Platas!, "A fairytale for today's woman who wants her Cinderella to be smart, tenacious and with ganas. With all the sex, scandal, and sensational details of the television entertainment world, this straight-out-of-the-tabloids story will have you flipping pages rather than channels. Rock on, Berta Platas!"Â-Lynda Sandoval, author ofUnsettlingandWho's Your Daddy?, Cinderella Lopez is a fun, modern fairy tale. Don't miss it."Â-Haywood Smith, author ofThe Red Hat Club "Cinderella Lopezis a fun, modern fairy tale. not to mention with a great pair of shoes! Charming, hilarious and at times surprising, you can't put this one down."Â-Mary Castillo, author ofHot Tamara "A fine, sexy twenty-first century retelling of a favorite fairy tale. ![]() ![]() not to mention with a great pair of shoes! Charming, hilarious and at times surprising, you can't put this one down., Â"A fairytale for today's woman who wants her Cinderella to be smart, tenacious and withganas. ![]() A fairytale for today's woman who wants her Cinderella to be smart, tenacious and with ganas. ![]() ![]() ![]() At the end of the Roman Empire, the practice fell into disuse but returned during the Middle Ages-a knight showed his devotion to a lady by wearing her color on his casque, and she responded to his attention by choosing special flowers to wear on her dress. ![]() Greeks and Romans decorated their poets, patriots, and victors with floral wreaths, laurels, and oak crowns. Collection of the author.įloriography has been known since the early ages. Whimsical floral illustrations with their “meanings” decorate these Victorian trade cards by Bognard, Paris. Perhaps it is not surprising that floriography-assigning meaning to flowers-saw a resurgence at the beginning of the nineteenth century and remained popular through World War I (1914–1918). Flowers were a common subject in art, literature, and home decoration. ![]() The increased introduction of exotic plants and an interest in the natural world led to an infatuation with horticulture, botany, and gardening. The Victorians dutifully followed those rules yet were deeply romantic and embraced sentimental symbolism as a means to express their feelings. ![]() Scientific and industrial progress were opening new horizons and opportunities yet society continued to adhere to strict rules of appropriate behavior for men and women. The Victorian era (1837–1901) was in many ways an age of contradictions. ![]() ![]() ![]() Still in his yachting shoes and light coat, Harold embarks on his urgent quest across the countryside. ![]() Harold Fry is determined to walk 600 miles from Kingsbridge to the hospice in Berwick-upon-Tweed because, he believes, as long as he walks, Queenie Hennessey will live. And thus begins the unlikely pilgrimage at the heart of Rachel Joyce's remarkable debut. But then, as happens in the very best works of fiction, Harold has a chance encounter, one that convinces him that he absolutely must deliver his message to Queenie in person. Harold pens a quick reply and, leaving Maureen to her chores, heads to the corner mailbox. Queenie Hennessy is in hospice and is writing to say goodbye. Then one morning the mail arrives, and within the stack of quotidian minutiae is a letter addressed to Harold in a shaky scrawl from a woman he hasn't seen or heard from in 20 years. Little differentiates one day from the next. He lives in a small English village with his wife, Maureen, who seems irritated by almost everything he does, even down to how he butters his toast. ![]() |