I haven't been reading much and I also haven't been writing much. The last book I read was Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens and the last bit of "writing" I did was editing Sirens. As far as Oliver Twist goes, it wasn't bad. It was a difficult read because of the vast vocabulary Dickens had … Continue reading 16AUG2022
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The Fire Man
My, do I wish I would've paid much closer attention in school when we read Fahrenheit 451. The short novel is prophetic and wise beyond its years, hence why it's still around today and will always be one of the best and most alarming stories out there. I just completed a reread of Ray Bradbury's most … Continue reading The Fire Man
4.28.21
I've been having some difficulty reading lately. Not that I've been struggling to physically read, but more so that I've been struggling to find what to read. I'd started reading The New Centurions by Joseph Wambaugh, an older cop book but as much as I loved it, I didn't want it to end so I haven't … Continue reading 4.28.21
The Delta Star by Joseph Wambaugh
The most recent novel I've completed is The Delta Star by Joseph Wambaugh. This book was truly one of a kind in terms of style. It's a police book but it's more than that. Most police books are mystery novels driven entirely by plot following one or two officers. This book was character-driven through and through. … Continue reading The Delta Star by Joseph Wambaugh
Gift idea for avid readers
While I love a traditional paperback book in my hand more than any other medium with which to read something, the Amazon Kindle is an amazing thing for any huge reader to have. Being able to download thousands of books to one device and carry it around with you anywhere is so convenient and allows … Continue reading Gift idea for avid readers