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Subscribe- Comics Marvel Could Use for New 'The Hulk' MovieWith critics loving the direction of The Hulk in 'The Avengers,' rumors are swirling that Marvel is considering a new Hulk movie. Here are some ideas from The Hulk's comic book past that could make for a great movie.
- Mother Goose Mysteries: What Exactly Is a 'Tuffet?'Ever wonder what exactly Little Miss Muffet was sitting on? The answer is here!
- Share a Story: 5 Great Reads for the Class of 2012Whether the graduates in your life are moving onto college or a career, send them off with one of these as they make the next big leap.
- Why I Love Harlan Coben NovelsHarlan Coben writes good old-fashioned mysteries with thoroughly modern twists. His captivating novels deal with current human issues and emotions.
5 Book Options to Keep Your College Grads From Becoming Unwanted StatisticLooking for a good book to give to a recent graduate? Here are 5 varied choices for traditional or e-book readers.- Stephen King and Suzanne Collins Top My List for Spring ReadingWhether you love history, fiction or fantasy, one of these titles is sure to lure you into its pages, and keep you turning through the season.
- The 5 Essential Books for GraduatesThese 5 books will help any graduate - or anyone desiring a fresh start - gain success in achieving their goals and living the life of their dreams.
- The Top 5 Essential Books to Own on the Queen of Pop, MadonnaAs Madonna introduces the world to her 12th studio album, MDNA, here is a list of five quality must-have Madonna books to own whether you are a collector or just a casual fan.
- 5 Tips on Publishing Your eBookFive tips to help you embark on one of the greatest achievements of being a published author. It can be incredibly rewarding, wonderful and make you want to bash your head against a wall. How do I know? I've done it.
- Are You Missing Out on a Modern Master of Sinister Literature?While the classics of the horror genre are must-haves, there are many worthwhile contemporary titles you might never have heard of.
- Make Time to Read These Books This SpringBrief round-up of a busy mom's spring 2012 reading list including Cheryl Strayed's Wild, Gerald Stern's Stealing History, Tayari Jones' Silver Sparrow, D.A. Powell's Useless Landscape: A Guide for Boys and Liza Palmer's More Like Her.
- Who's Who in the Cast of 'The Hunger Games'?A look at the principal actors behind latest young adult literary adaptation 'The Hunger Games,' and what the stars have done before.
- 'Superman: Reign of Doomsday' Graphic Novel ReviewDoomsday has been a major factor in Superman mythos since he killed the superhero back in 1992. It’s only fitting that the monster who murdered the Man of Steel would return for one last battle royale to close out the end of an era.
- My Love with Books Made Me a WriterThe books that made me want to be a writer.
- Comfort Becoming Complacency for A-List Authors?John Grisham's latest legal thriller, 'The Litigator,' has been criticized as rehashing his earlier novels. However, Grisham is hardly alone as a veteran novelist who has provoked critics' ire for becoming rather complacent and prone to repetition.
- 7 Ways to Help Author FriendsAn author is required to do increasingly more to help a publisher market and publicize a book and this is where you – as a friend or family member-- can really help out. Here are seven ways that you can help the author in your life create a bestseller:
- Q&A: Stephen King on '11/22/63''I had the idea for the book in 1971. It was 11/22. I was in the teacher’s room and people started to talk about the anniversary. 1971 was eight years after the assassination. It was as fresh as 9/11 is now.'
- 'Batman: Through the Looking Glass' ReviewI’m always excited to get my hands on a new original graphic novel featuring Batman, the kind you can sit down and read without any knowledge of what’s going on within the realm of the monthly titles and stands on its own.
- Professional Writing Tips for Beginning and Experienced AuthorsTips to help writers of all skill levels avoid the mistakes that keep them from being published.
- If You Don’t Write That Book, Someone Else WillOne author’s account of why she writes, how she pushed through the fear of failure, and why you should start that book before someone else writes it first.
Subscribe- Writers Block: Every Writer's Worst NightmareHere are some fresh ideas to help you over writer's block and achieve your goal of writing those wonderful words: "The End."
- A World Without Books?Once upon a time, books were a symbol for intellectual thinkers and shared ideas. Now, as time has passed and fashion, trends, and technology has evolved, the demand for books has dwindled. What does the future hold for literary exchange of thought?
- Orhan Pamuk: An Author Well Worth ReadingReading is a life-long passion of mine. However, finding an author worth reading can be challenging. I recommend Orhan Pamuk, a Turkish writer. His suspense-filled novels are difficult to put down once started.
- Caroline Cooney: Truth in Consequence for the Young Adult ReaderCaroline Cooney is an author that explores the life of a teenager with intrigue, using the consequences of their action, choices, and inaction to create a dramatic conflict within the characters.
- Fantasy Authors Who Fell Under an Invisability SpellI’ve recently come across three authors that I feel deserve more recognition than they get.
- Book Review: 50 Shades of GreyHere are my five reasons for not finishing 50 Shades of Grey by E. L. James.
- Movie Review :: Men in Black 3 (2012) (PG-13)What the film lacks in delightfully bizarre creature effects is made up for with a plot that’s fun, clever, and surprisingly character driven.
- Movie Review :: Oslo, August 31st (2012) (Unrated)The film does not make any grand gestures in depicting the aftereffects of drug addiction. Director/co-writer Joachim Trier simply observes.
- Book Review: 50 Popular Beliefs that People Think Are True by Guy P. Harrison, Prometheus Books 2012Guy P. Harrison is an outspoken skeptic, author an journalist. The book examines 50 common beliefs and examines them based on what we know from current scientific research and study.
- Copy CatsWhat do you call people who follow your style, your way of working like a dummy you..I call them "Copy Cats"
- Lloyd Alexander - the High King of American FantasyTo the casual observer, the world of fantasy literature is dominated by the names of men and women from the United Kingdom. But American author Lloyd Alexander is a serious challenger to the British dominance of the genre.
Stephen King: The True Master of HorrorThe doors Stephen King has opened for writers while taking horror writing to new levels with his unique style.- G.I. Combat Issue #1 Comic Book ReviewG.I. Combat could attract the attention of readers who don’t follow military comics thanks to its front cover featuring flying and walking dinosaurs wreaking havoc on soldiers and a helicopter. Will serious war comic enthusiasts give it a chance?
- Congratulations, and Good LuckI hate commencement speeches…enthusiastic, inspiring, and boring
- World's Finest Issue #1 Comic Book ReviewWorld’s Finest Issue #1 does a great job of setting up a new series. It will grab fans of alternate universe storylines while also appealing to those like me who steer clear of anything that doesn’t happen in the “ real” world.
- WEB Griffin: Master of Military FictionEver wanted to read entertaining novels that realistically portray military life? Check out the works of WEB Griffin. This bestselling author has published epic works that have been described as "a superb job of mingling fact and fiction".
- Neil Gaiman: Author ExtraordinaireA short biography and commentary of Neil Gaiman and his novels 'Stardust' and 'Neverwhere'.
- Book Review: “Dracula” by Bram Stoker and Illustrated by Becky CloonanBram Stoker’s “Dracula” is a beautiful new edition of the classic tale. It isn’t a comic book reproduction of the story, but the actual story with new illustrations by Becky Cloonan.
- Interview with Author/Screenwriter Seth Grahame-Smith: From Novel to ScreenplayAuthor / screenwriter shares his thoughts on adapting a novel to a screenplay
- A Review of Michael Connellys Book the DropA review and critique of Michael Connelly's book The Drop