By now, death had long since lost its power to shock. Everyone had a story: there were thousands piled up in London’s heart. But ever since the first of the year, Hitler had been playing with London’s nerves. There were three nights of bombing in January, then nothing for a week. Then again, and heavier.… Continue reading Teaser Tuesday
Month: April 2010
Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel (& Author Event)
Gentle readers, I’ve returned from a longer than anticipated blogging absence. I went on a relaxing 9 day vacation to Michigan, thinking that I would probably catch up on some book review posts there. I wound up barely touching a computer the whole time. I did finish six books while I was there, which was… Continue reading Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel (& Author Event)
National Poetry Month
Happy National Poetry Month! Last year I tried to celebrate by reading a poem a day for the entire month. I think I made it about 10 days before I forgot. I think I’ll try again this year. Maybe I should put a collection of poetry by my toothbrush or something so I remember to… Continue reading National Poetry Month