So what’s Behind the Attic Wall?
Continuing my reviews of books with the word ?Attic? in the title is ?Behind the Attic Wall,? a YA novel that could not be more different from ?Flowers in the Attic,? but at the same time left such an impression on me that for years I considered it one of my favorites, even after I?d…
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The 6 Top Best Most Anticipated Books of 2018
?Tis the season for the ?Top.? ?Best,? and ?Most Anticipated? books of 2018. (Personally, I?d like there to be a ?Least Anticipated,” as those are the ones that I bet will have the most gems, but I don?t think anyone wrote that.) I?ve gathered a list from several sources – these are the books that…
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Book Review: On Power
Unfortunately, On Power: My Journey Through the Corridors of Power and How You Can Get More Power by KISSman Gene Simmons doesn’t pack a very powerful punch. As a massive fan of the band, I’m just not sure who this book benefits. On Power is a how-to book, but there isn’t much beyond “work hard,…
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Why AC/DC matters
With the tragic passing of AC/DC’s founding member and rhythm guitarist Malcom Young, it’s a good time to reflect on an important book about the band’s importance. For an obituary style overview of Young, check out Rolling Stone’s recap of the musician’s life. For our purposes here, we’ll spend some time with Why AC/DC Matters…
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The New York Times goes to 11: It’s 11 new books they recommend
This week?s ?11 New Books We Recommend this Week? from The New York Times includes the latest in the Jack Reacher series; an exploration into Vietnam?s My Lai Massacre; and the continuing story of Humpty Dumpty. I?ll admit I haven?t read any of the Jack Reacher books and never saw the movie (when I saw…
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