Recent Contributing Articles
Nov 26, 2009
Anime Convention Etiquette: Some Basic Rules of Conduct at Anime/Comic Conventions
In: Comic Book Conventions
By:
Megan Leduc
Nov 26, 2009
Best Christmas Gifts for Twilight Fans: Fans of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight Saga will Love These Gifts
In: Teen Fiction
By:
Jamie Hobbs
Nov 25, 2009
Vampires Are Forever by Lynsay Sands: The Eighth Argeneau Vampire Romance Novel
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 25, 2009
Review- Love Your Body, Love Your Life: 5 Steps to End Negative Body Obsession by Sarah Maria
In: Personal Growth Books
By:
Jennifer Landsberger
Nov 25, 2009
Opening The Door: An Author Spotlight on E.B. White and His More Austere Writings
In: Classic American Fiction
By:
Cresta McGowan
Nov 25, 2009
The Accidental Vampire by Lynsay Sands: The Seventh Novel in the Argeneau Romance Series
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 25, 2009
Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Haunted Mind: Surrealism and the Psyche
In: Classic American Fiction
By:
Christopher Mansour
Nov 25, 2009
The Elegance of the Hedgehog: A Review of Muriel Barbery's French Novel
In: European Literature
By:
Holly Thacker
Nov 25, 2009
Charting the Power of the Color Mauve: A Review of Simon Garfield's Book "Mauve"
In: Biographies/Memoirs
By:
Kristin Hanneman
Nov 25, 2009
Patrick White's Enduring Lesson: His 1976 Novel A Fringe of Leaves Does Everything Movies Can't
In: Australian Literature
By:
Douglas Nordfors
Nov 25, 2009
Yorkshire Author Goes Big Stateside: Peter J Murray Proves a Hit in the US
In: Children’s Books
By:
Martin Hickes
Nov 25, 2009
Time and Space in The Haunted Mind: Hawthorne's Journey of the Soul
In: Classic American Fiction
By:
Christopher Mansour
Nov 25, 2009
Guide to Novels by Jane Austen: Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Emma, Persuasion, etc.
In: 18th & 19th Century British Fiction
By:
M.L. Costa
Nov 25, 2009
Good Will Hunting: Whatever Happened to Shakespeare's 38th Play?
In: European Literature
By:
Martin Hickes
Nov 25, 2009
The Curious Case of Dr Doyle and Mr Wilde: A Tale of Sherlock Holmes' creator and Oscar Wilde
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Martin Hickes
Nov 25, 2009
Book Review of Vintage by Oliva Darling: Chris Manby's Alterego Pens a Bonkbuster
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Ishbel Macleod
Nov 24, 2009
Daphne du Maurier, Cornwall Romance Writer: Du Maurier Fled from London to Cornwall, a Writer's Retreat
In: Modern British Fiction
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 24, 2009
The Summer Book: A Book Review: A look into Tove Jansson's delightfully wise and humorous novel
In: European Literature
By:
Emily Reynolds
Nov 24, 2009
Tall, Dark & Hungry: Vampire Romance Review: The Fourth Lynsay Sands Argeneau Novel
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 24, 2009
Book Review — Miss Nelson is Missing! A Picture Book Tribute to Teachers Everywhere
In: Picture Books
By:
Scott Fogdall
Nov 24, 2009
Book Explores Adults with 'Unrooted Childhoods': Memoirs and Essays by Leading Writers Who Grew up as Travelers
In: Social Science Books
By:
Tony Simmons
Nov 24, 2009
Making Anime Convention Friends: Some Tips on Meeting New People at Anime/Cosplay Conventions
In: Comic Book Conventions
By:
Megan Leduc
Nov 24, 2009
Frank O'Hara's "Today": Creative Connections of Image and Memory
In: American Poetry
By:
Matthew Birdsall
Nov 24, 2009
Roman Goddess Venus and Aphrodite: Goddesses of Love in Ancient Rome and Greece
In: Myths
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 24, 2009
Perfect Timing by Jill Mansell Book Review: Jill Mansell's Hit Romance Novel Republished!
In: Chick Lit
By:
Nikola Stepic
Nov 23, 2009
Isabella Bird, A Lady's Life in Rocky Mountains: Englishwoman Meets Desperado in the Wild West of Colorado
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 23, 2009
Oxford English Dictionary and Literary Ambiguity: Essays for Literature and Criticism Benefit From Multiple Meanings
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 23, 2009
The Renegade Hunter – Vampire Romance Review: The Twelfth Argeneau Love Story by Lynsay Sands
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 23, 2009
The Next 100 Years – Book Review: What George Friedman Believes the Future Will Hold
In: History/Philosophy Books
By:
David Tubbs
Nov 23, 2009
Bite Me If You Can – Vampire Romance Review: The Sixth Argeneau Book by Lynsay Sands
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 23, 2009
Kiss Me Deadly by Michele Hauf Falls Flat: Goth-Inspired Harlequin Vampire Novel Lacks Intriguing Writing
In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction
By:
Kristyn Gansen
Nov 23, 2009
Best Holiday Picture Books: Christmas Tales to Delight the Young
In: Children’s Books
By:
Kelley Huston
Nov 23, 2009
Recurring Character Types of Charles Dickens: Oliver Twist, Little Nell, Ebenezer Scrooge, Madame Defarge
In: 18th & 19th Century British Fiction
By:
M.L. Costa
Nov 23, 2009
Best of Romance Authors: A Thinking Woman's Guide to Romance in Novels
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Eilene Toppin Ording
Nov 23, 2009
River Jordan Breathes Life Into Southern Tales: Nashville Author Writes From a Place of Magical Reality and Faith
In: American Fiction
By:
Tony Simmons
Nov 23, 2009
The Forgotten Queen of Suspense: The Chilling Crime Novels of Mary Roberts Rinehart
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Laura Briggs
Nov 23, 2009
Let It Bleed is a definitive visual history: The Rolling Stones, Altamont, and the end of the Sixties
In: Entertainment Books
By:
Vince Lovato
Nov 23, 2009
The Big Steal, a Cozy Mystery by Emyl Jenkins: Antiques Appraiser & Sleuth Sterling Glass Exposes a Slew of Secrets
In: Cozy Mysteries
By:
Lynn Brogan
Nov 23, 2009
Getting Teens to Read Classic Novels: Adventure Stories That Keep a Kid’s Attention
In: Young Adult Fiction
By:
Laura Briggs
Nov 23, 2009
Books For Preteens: Fantasy Novels That Grip a Kid’s Imagination
In: Young Adult Fiction
By:
Laura Briggs
Nov 23, 2009
Books for First Graders: Stories for Children Six to Ten Years of Age
In: Children’s Books
By:
Laura Briggs
Nov 23, 2009
Review – The Bride's Farewell by Meg Rosoff: Runaway Bride Journeys Across England to Remain a Free Woman
In: British/UK Fiction
By:
Zuzana Minarikova
Nov 23, 2009
Accessories for the Sony Reader: Customize and Personalize the eBook Reading Device
In: Audiobooks/Ebooks
By:
Kate Pullen
Nov 23, 2009
Selene and Hecate in Greek Mythology: The Moon Goddess and the Sorceress
In: Myths
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 23, 2009
A New Definition of Dr Johnson at 300: The Anniversary of England's Foremost man of Letters
In: European Literature
By:
Martin Hickes
Nov 23, 2009
Mastering the Art of French Cooking, The Classic: Important and Essential Classic Guide to Traditional French Cuisine
In: Reference Books
By:
Martin P Wilson
Nov 22, 2009
Portland's Mean Streets – Stumptown #1 Review: Batwoman Scribe Debuts Oregon-Based Comics Mystery Series
In: Graphic Novels/Comics
By:
Peter Wong
Nov 22, 2009
Mystery Novelist Susan Wittig Albert: Prolific Author Offers Fun—and Informative—Mystery Novels
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Meredith Frazier
Nov 22, 2009
"The Magicians" Realistic Fantasy Book Review: "Codex" Author Lev Grossman Stretches, Honors Fantasy Genre
In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction
By:
Adam Pracht
Nov 22, 2009
Open – An Autobiography by Andre Agassi: Book Review - The Tennis Champion Tells the Story of His Life
In: Athlete Biographies
By:
Francine Brokaw
Nov 22, 2009
Charon and Kerberos in the Land of the Dead: Ferryman and 3-Headed Dog of Ancient Greek Underworld
In: Myths
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 22, 2009
The Life O'Reilly by Brian Cohen – Book Review: High Drama Unfolds In This Mesmerizing Tale
In: American Fiction
By:
Francine Brokaw
Nov 22, 2009
Best John Grisham Books: The Master of the Law Thriller's Greatest Works
In: American Fiction
By:
David Tubbs
Nov 22, 2009
Who Were the Centaurs? Ancient Battles of Mythological Creatures of Greece
In: Myths
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 22, 2009
Holly the Christmas Fairy Summary: A Rainbow Magic Special Edition by Daisy Meadows
In: Children’s Books
By:
Nicole Skutelnik
Nov 22, 2009
Literary Technique – Analogy: Making a Comparison to Teach or Instruct
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 21, 2009
Graham Swift's The Light of Day: The Best Early Holiday Reading
In: Modern British Fiction
By:
Melissa Morelli Lacroix
Nov 21, 2009
The Poetic Forms of Louis Zukofsky: Regarding Words as Dynamic Objects Within a Poem
In: American Poetry
By:
Jim Benz
Nov 21, 2009
Booker Prize-Winning Writer Hilary Mantel: Biography of the Award-Winning Author of Wolf Hall
In: British/UK Fiction
By:
Elizabeth Gregory
Nov 21, 2009
You've Been Warned James Patterson Book Review: The Standalone Novel That Does Not Deliver
In: Thriller Fiction
By:
David Tubbs
Nov 21, 2009
A Bite To Remember – Vampire Romance Review: The Fifth Book in the Argeneau Series
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Katie Ouderkirk
Nov 21, 2009
Jane Johnson's The Princess and the Painter: The Infanta Margarita and Court Painter Diego Velazquez
In: Art Books
By:
Katherine Kuzma-Beck
Nov 21, 2009
Crime Fiction – The Novels of Benjamin Black: A Pseudonym Gives Irish Author John Banville New Readers
In: Irish Fiction
By:
Christine Breen-Williams
Nov 21, 2009
Joe Haldeman's Forever Free, Reviewed: The Long-Awaited Sequel to The Hugo & Nebula Winning Forever War
In: Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction
By:
Colin Harvey
Nov 21, 2009
Homespun Bride by Jillian Hart: Idyllic Love Story is Bland and Unoriginal
In: Harlequin Fiction
By:
Kristyn Gansen
Nov 21, 2009
Many Vampire Myths Hail From Stoker's Dracula: Vampires and Bats, Garlic, Crucifixes, No Mirror Reflections
In: Horror Fiction
By:
Vickie Britton
Nov 20, 2009
Literary Technique – Understatement: Understatements are Classic Ways to Share Startling Information
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 20, 2009
Literary Technique – Innuendo: Roundabout Gossip, Unsavory Suggestion, Negative Implication
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 20, 2009
One Perfect Day by Rebecca Mead – Book Review: Investigative Journalist Takes on Bridezillas & Expensive Weddings
In: Social Science Books
By:
Alison Fletcher
Nov 20, 2009
The Gatecrashers by Madeleine Wickham: Novel Will Delight Reader Despite Unoriginal Plot
In: Modern British Fiction
By:
Kristyn Gansen
Nov 20, 2009
A Baker's Field Guide to Christmas Cookies: Easy Recipes for Holiday Baking, by Dede Wilson
In: Home Decor/Cookbooks
By:
Trevy Thomas
Nov 20, 2009
The World of the Metaphysical Poets: A Period of Great Social, Religious and Political Turmoil
In: British Poetry
By:
Steven Pink
Nov 20, 2009
The Best Travel Book to Read: Finding that Perfect Guide to the Perfect Vacation
In: Travel Books
By:
David Tubbs
Nov 20, 2009
1951 Movie of A Christmas Carol: A Review of the Movie for Lovers of Dickens’ Book
In: 18th & 19th Century British Fiction
By:
Melissa Howard
Nov 20, 2009
Themes in The Bell Jar: Understanding the Ideas in Sylvia Plath’s Novel
In: American Fiction
By:
Melissa Howard
Nov 20, 2009
A Gift For William Styron Admirers: The Suicide Run Provides Great Insight Into His Writing Career
In: Modern American Fiction
By:
Douglas Nordfors
Nov 20, 2009
Realistic Fiction for Teen Boys: Eleven Great Real-Life Fiction Books Just for Y.A. – Reading Guys
In: Teen Fiction
By:
Francine Morrissette
Nov 20, 2009
Book Review of Chocolate – A Love Story: Dessert Recipes From Chef Max Brenner's Private Collection
In: Celebrity Cookbooks
By:
Andree Lachapelle
Nov 19, 2009
Literary Technique – Overstatement: Exaggeration or Hyperbole
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 19, 2009
Literary Technique – Oxymoron: Contradiction of Terms Offers the Big Picture in a Few Words
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 19, 2009
Best Five Poems About Mothers: Poetry For and About Moms to Use for Mother's Day & Other Occasions
In: Recommended Poetry
By:
Cynthia Jones-Shoeman
Nov 19, 2009
Louis Zukofsky and the Objectified Poem: Semantic Properties of Formal Poetic Structure
In: American Poetry
By:
Jim Benz
Nov 19, 2009
Book Review –The Sunflower by Richard Paul Evans: A Story of Love and Adventure
In: American Fiction
By:
Bhavya Dabas
Nov 19, 2009
Review – Saying Goodbye to Your Angel Animals: Allen and Linda Anderson's Book Offers Comfort for Those Grieving
In: Self-Help Books
By:
Lisa Rufle
Nov 19, 2009
Once a Runner, By John L. Parker, Jr. Hailed as the Best Novel Ever Written About Running
In: Modern American Fiction
By:
Mike Perricone
Nov 19, 2009
Book Review of The Last Song, a Sparks Romance: Nicholas Sparks Newest Novel Delights Readers of All Generations
In: Romance Fiction
By:
Jeri Dayle-Rabinowitz
Nov 19, 2009
Best Children's Books for Babies and Toddlers: How to Find Picture Books for Infants and Books That Teach Toddlers
In: Children’s Books
By:
Kara Gleghorn
Nov 19, 2009
Invention of Air, Story of Joseph Priestley: Scientist, Ordained Minister, Radical Thinker of The Enlightenment
In: Reference Books
By:
Martin P Wilson
Nov 18, 2009
Literary Technique – Paradox: A Paradox Can Help to Understand Life's Contradictions
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
Nov 18, 2009
Best Five Poems About Fathers: Poetry for and About Dads to Use for Father's Day & Other Occasions
In: Recommended Poetry
By:
Cynthia Jones-Shoeman
Nov 18, 2009
Don't Sell the Short Story Short: Fascinating Reads That Pack a Pint-sized Punch
In: Modern American Fiction
By:
Cresta McGowan
Nov 18, 2009
Children of Dust – A Memoir of Pakistan: One Man's Journey to Find His Place in Islam
In: Activist Biographies
By:
Lindsey Mason
Nov 18, 2009
Quotes on Money and Life From Charles Dickens: Sayings From Dickens' Great Expectations
In: 18th & 19th Century British Fiction
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 18, 2009
Stephen King Promoted Under the Dome in Sarasota: King of Horror Discussed Writing, Living in Florida
In: Apocalyptic Fiction
By:
Jennifer Huber
Nov 18, 2009
Dickens Quotes on Love from Great Expectations: Pip, Estella, Unrequited Affection and Rejection
In: 18th & 19th Century British Fiction
By:
Lito Apostolakou
Nov 18, 2009
Huge Evokes Big Comparison: James W. Fuerst's New Novel Harkens Back to The Catcher in the Rye
In: Modern American Fiction
By:
Douglas Nordfors
Nov 18, 2009
The Lovely Bones – Non-Religious Trip to Heaven: Alice Sebold – An Exploration into the Unknown
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Malene Jorgensen
Nov 18, 2009
Alice Sebold – Fascination With Death and Beauty: A Look at the Author Behind The Lovely Bones and Lucky
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Malene Jorgensen
Nov 18, 2009
The Penguin Complete Sherlock Holmes: All of Conan Doyle's Tales of the Great Detective in One Volume
In: Mystery/Crime Fiction
By:
Maggie Craig
Nov 17, 2009
Literary Technique – Ambiguity: Multiple Dictionary Definitions Expand Meanings in Literature
In: World Literatures
By:
Teresa Knudsen
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