by Andi | Nov 5, 2016 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
I first got hooked into Tana French’s Dublin Murder Squad books because my friend Heather recommended them. I’ve known Heather for over twenty years, when we were both English majors at our small liberal arts college. Now, we are both lapsed literature... by Andi | Oct 29, 2016 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
My mom instilled a love of picture books in me very young. She taught me, first, to love to read, and then through her appreciation of amazing illustrations, she showed me how to love art. One of my favorite sections of the bookstore is still the picture book... by Andi | Oct 26, 2016 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
Today, my guest is the lovely Debra Smouse. I’ve only known Deb for a little while, but she’s fast become one of those people I can go to with writing laments and questions. She’s wise and compassionate, and she has two new books out this week. Read... by Andi | Oct 22, 2016 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
The truth is that I could probably read YA fantasy novels all the time and not get bored if they had two things: a compelling protagonist (especially if she’s female) and a premise about magic that rings true to me. I’m simple really. So Shadow and Bone... by Andi | Oct 15, 2016 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
Nearby, we have a book fair. They are only open a few weeks a year, but when they are open, it’s like a little taste of heaven on earth for me. Within the walls of two GIANT warehouses, they sell tons and tons of discounted books, usually remaindered titles, in...