I’m squeaking this video in at the last minute here, which is probably a sign of things to come as Christmas draws nearer. But doesn’t the tree look so nice, all lit up as it gets darker outside? One of the few benefits of not recording this video earlier in the day I suppose. Anyway, I hope you enjoy this latest offering, just a few more to go!
Marie-Renée Lavoie writes in French, but has become one of my ‘must read everything (translated) authors’. She’s the author of a hilarious series of books that follow Diane, a disgruntled divorcee. You can check out my reviews of those two books here and here. Her latest book Some Maintenance Required, translated by Arielle Aaronson includes…
I never thought I would willingly pick up a book about the Civil War, mainly because the idea of it bores me. People may find this offensive, because granted, the various wars in our history are an important part of who we are today, but that doesn’t mean I need to spend my spare time…
Ever since fellow blogger FictionFan raved about this book a few years ago, I’ve been meaning to read it. And then another fellow blogger buddy Laila reviewed it, mostly enjoyed it, and very very kindly, sent me her copy. So this book has crossed borders!!! I’m talking about the classic suspense novel The Lodger by…
I will fully admit to choosing this book based on the cover alone; the single square of chocolate signaled to me that within these pages, I may find the solution to my chocolate addiction. Now don’t get me wrong, I would never give up eating chocolate entirely, but I would like to have better control…
One of my upcoming segments for radio is a focus on debut authors from independent presses in Canada, because the Simon and Schuster acquisition by Penguin Random House is a scary one for many Canadians. Although it won’t be all bad for the reader, it will certainly make things harder for booksellers and authors, so…
This non-fiction book has been lingering on my shelf for four years now as the publishers sent it to me back in 2019. But I hadn’t had the heart to give it away as I was fascinated by the topic, and kept intending to get to it someday. Finally, I read Consent, A Memoir of…
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Me: laughing at your comments–“it’s historical! Contemporary! Literary!”
Mr. Grab the Lapels: “Smokey!”
Have a safe trip, Anne. And that handle in the car that you’re describing? The one you grab when the driver is a maniac? Where we come from, those are called “oh, shit handles.” 😂
oh yes, we call them too!
This sounds awesome and deliciously creepy! I’ll have to seek this one out next year when I’m wanting Christmasy reads! The tree does look beautiful all lit up! Merry Christmas!
Thank you Merry Christmas to you too!
How great that they included a classic writer! I’ve read a couple of his stories – not this one – and thoroughly enjoyed them. I love his writing style. Must read The Scarlet Letter one day…
Enjoy your travels and tell Smokey and Pearl to have a lovely Christmas!🎅
I haven’t read The Scarlett Letter yet either!