Anytime you combine fantasy novels with video games, you're going to find arcane details that are trivial in appearance but have been considered in depth by the authors. Such is the case with The Witcher's horse(s) Roach. https://www.looper.com/181400/the-real-reason-the-witchers-horse-is-named-roach/ The real reason the Witcher's horse is named RoachHenry Cavill as Geralt on The Witcher NetflixBy Abbey … Continue reading Why the Witcher’s horse is named Roach
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Comprehensive overview of Amazon’s Audible: how it works, the pros and cons
Quite a detailed article about how Amazon Audible, the easiest resource for audiobooks outside libraries, operates. Lots of info. Enjoy. https://www.reviewed.com/lifestyle/features/audible-review-is-amazons-audiobook-service-worth-the-money
Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again
There’s little doubt that some passages in romance novels are racist, particularly in years past. But such language was largely ignored until Courtney Milan began pointing out the language. Now she has been disciplined by the Romance Writers of America (RWA) while those who write in an unobjectionable manner have received no censure. While I … Continue reading Think romance novels aren’t controversial? Think again
One person’s list of the best audiobooks of 2019 for escape
https://slate.com/culture/2019/12/best-audiobooks-2019.html The Best Audiobooks of 2019 The stories I lost myself in during a year when I needed escape. By Laura Miller Dec 24, 20199:00 AM Photo illustration by Slate. Photos by Amazon and Getty Images Plus. Full disclosure: Audiobooks were my great escape over the past 12 months, and while no doubt there were … Continue reading One person’s list of the best audiobooks of 2019 for escape
Useful tips for experienced and new Amazon Kindle owners
I've been an avid Amazon Kindle user since the first generation. Yes, I do buy books and take them out of the library but 90% of my reading is on the Kindle. I've gotten many others hooked just by virtue of my enthusiasm. You would think I would know every single tweak of making Kindles … Continue reading Useful tips for experienced and new Amazon Kindle owners
Loved “Overstory”? Richard Powers has 26 other books for you
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/loved-the-overstory-richard-powers-recommends-26-other-books-on-trees Loved ‘The Overstory’? Richard Powers recommends 26 other books on trees Arts Nov 29, 2019 1:59 PM EST Our November pick for the PBS NewsHour-New York Times book club is Richard Powers’ “The Overstory.” Become a member of the Now Read This book club by joining our Facebook group, or by signing up to … Continue reading Loved “Overstory”? Richard Powers has 26 other books for you
Social justice concept spreads to library late fees
https://www.npr.org/2019/11/30/781374759/we-wanted-our-patrons-back-public-libraries-scrap-late-fines-to-alleviate-inequi 'We Wanted Our Patrons Back' — Public Libraries Scrap Late Fines To Alleviate Inequity November 30, 20197:40 AM ET Emma BowmanTwitter A growing number of public libraries across the country are revising their policies to eliminate overdue fines.Connie Hanzhang Jin/NPR For nearly a decade, Diana Ramirez hadn't been able to take a book home … Continue reading Social justice concept spreads to library late fees
If the Witcher timeline confuses, this sets it out in detail
It d0esn't take long to realize there are several different timelines in the series "Witcher" on Netflix. What takes a bit longer to realize is that they occur decades apart in time. This article goes thru all the details. https://www.ign.com/articles/2019/12/22/netflixs-the-witcher-timeline-explained
Gift guide of books in the climate crisis and the environment
Worth a look to see if there’s an angle you haven’t yet examined or a writer you want to read. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/12/gift-guide-12-books-on-climate-change-and-the-environment/
Favorite reads in the romance genre from 2019
So often lists of best romances lack variety. I love that this features different historical periods, different cultures and races, at least one gay relationship, humorous and not. In other words, the field of romance is broadly defined here. Hallelujah. https://www.bookbub.com/blog/best-new-romance-books-of-the-year?position=4&source=multicontent&target=title 15 of the Best Romance Books of 2019 By Melissa Flandreau•December 12, 2019•4 min read If … Continue reading Favorite reads in the romance genre from 2019
One list of favorite books from 2019
Haven't read all of these, but I've thoroughly enjoyed all but one of the ones I've read, which is always a good start. https://www.bookbub.com/blog/the-best-books-of-2019 Our Favorite Books of 2019 By Jeff Somers•December 11, 2019•9 min read It’s hard to believe that 2019 is nearly over — but one glance at the bookshelf confirms that yes, 12 months … Continue reading One list of favorite books from 2019
16 best nonfiction books of the decade
These lists are meant to be discussed, to be disagreed with, and to serve as a superb source of future reading. I happen not to be a fan in any way of the memoir "Educated" and would have left it off the list. The others that I've read are definitely among the top in this … Continue reading 16 best nonfiction books of the decade
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