So this weekend I had a bit of a crisis. Having always considered myself a fairly decent sort, who tries to do her up most to live a fairly decent life, I am suddenly struck with horror and guilt that I might be a Catherine. Catherine and Ellsworth (hate Ellsworth, hate him) have this long … Continue reading Blogalong The Fountainhead Part VI
2011
Poddy goes Fourth – The sunniest author in the world – Fannie Flagg
* * *PODCAST* * * Usual language and spoiler warnings apply. Though we do much better on the language front to be honest with you. In this weeks exciting adventure, we delve into the delightful world of Fannie Flagg, covering the following books: Fried Green Tomatoes Welcome to the World, Baby Girl Standing in the … Continue reading Poddy goes Fourth – The sunniest author in the world – Fannie Flagg
Blogalong The Fountainhead Part V
Stephen Mallory EEEEEEEEEEEEEEMMMMOOOOOOOOOOOO Challenge Accepted
Blogalong The Foutainhead IV
Part 2 Chapters Vi-X In which rather a lot happens in a very short space of time... In this post I want to talk about two things. There are many other things to talk about, but in order to stop myself from becoming too derailed I shall stick to two. 1) Roark and Dominique-what the … Continue reading Blogalong The Foutainhead IV
Blogalong The Foutainhead Part III
End of Part I- Part II chapter V Apologise in advance for ranty incoherent nature... Oooo Dominique Francon. I kind of love Rand for creating such a lovely set up, you think the book's all about a couple of men's lives, one who follows the rules one who is morally obliged to break them, then … Continue reading Blogalong The Foutainhead Part III
See you later alligator…
See you later, alligator. Bye-bye, butterfly. Not too soon, you big baboon. In a while, crocodile. Out the door, dinosaur. Give a hug, ladybug. Take care, polar bear. See you soon, raccoon. To your house, little mouse. In a blizzard, little lizard. In a shake, garter snake. Time to scoot, warty newt. Don't meander, salamander. … Continue reading See you later alligator…
Last Poem for Lent – Easter Sunday
Sunday Lent Poem 47 Please find below, the second of two poems sent to us by noted poet, playwright and author Alice Shapiro (@crackedpoems) Desire Alice Shapiro A friend is a second self --Aristotle The cries of Lois the dearth of shame the help of brothers the force of disdain the books of poets the … Continue reading Last Poem for Lent – Easter Sunday
Poetry for Lent – Saturday
Saturday Lent Poem 46 I cannot tell you how excited I am to be able to include this poem (and tomorrows!) on the blog. Almost the day I started tweeting as LeedsBookClub, I was fortunate enough to become friends with Alice Shapiro (@CrackedPoems). Born in Georgia, USA, she is an accomplished poet, playwright and author. … Continue reading Poetry for Lent – Saturday
Poetry for Lent – Good Friday
Friday Lent Poem 45 22nd A deeply personal choice, this poem is on the mass card for my grandmother. It perfectly captures how I feel about her. With every poem I’ve read in the last six weeks, I’ve been reminded constantly that ‘we read to know we are not alone’. Resurrection Vladimir Holan (Translated by … Continue reading Poetry for Lent – Good Friday
Blogalong The Foutainhead Part II
Some Basic Rules 1) Do Not Read This Book Whilst Pissed 2) Do Not Shout At This Book After Reading This Book Whilst Pissed. It Is A Book. The Characters Cannot Hear You. They Are Fictional. So yeah, Dominique's a cow-bag, isn't she? "Oh I'm going to make no fucking sense, I'm going to lead … Continue reading Blogalong The Foutainhead Part II
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