The BFG by Roald Dahl Quentin Blake (Illustrator) About the book Captured by a giant! The BFG is no ordinary bone-crunching giant. He is far too nice and jumbly. It's lucky for Sophie that he is. Had she been carried off in the middle of the night by the Bloodbottler, the Fleshlumpeater, the Bonecruncher, or any … Continue reading Helen’s Roald Dahl challenge book 03 -The BFG
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Helen’s Roald Dahl challenge book 02b -Going Solo
Going Solo (Roald Dahl Autobiography #2) Part 1: boys of a childhood - here by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator) Superb Stories, Daring Deeds, Fantastic Adventures Here is the action-packed sequel to Boy, a tale of Dahl's exploits as a World War II pilot. Told with the same irresistible appeal that has made Roald Dahl … Continue reading Helen’s Roald Dahl challenge book 02b -Going Solo
Stalker Soundtrack
Recently at our Medusa book club, we discussed the new TV series Stalker and it's soundtrack which primarily consists of re-imagined 80's hits performed in the creepiest way possible. I thought that it might be fun to gather them all in the one place. Which it was, for I am all the contentment at a … Continue reading Stalker Soundtrack
World Book Night 2015 @whiteswanleeds with @isfromupnorth
It's nearly here! Well, a month away, but planning has begun! If anyone had any books they would like to give away on the night bring them along, If you want to donate contact me on twitter @isfromupnorth or Niamh at @leedsbookclub. The event will be held at the White Swan Leeds and this year … Continue reading World Book Night 2015 @whiteswanleeds with @isfromupnorth
Helen’s Roald Dahl challenge book 02a- Boy:Tales of Childhood
Boy: Tales of Childhood (Roald Dahl Autobiography #1) by Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator) From the evocation of an enchanted boyhood spent in Wales and Norway to his unhappy experiences at an English public school, these sparkling memoirs are filled with high spirits and more than a touch of the macabre. “An autobiography is a … Continue reading Helen’s Roald Dahl challenge book 02a- Boy:Tales of Childhood
LBC Medusa – The Wars Write Up
Medusa LBC Date: Wednesday 11th of March 2015 Time: 7:30pm Address: 8-10 Town Street, Horsforth, Leeds Discussing: THE WARS TIMOTHY FINDLEY * * * * * S P O I L E R S * * * * * * * * * * S P O I L E R S * * * * … Continue reading LBC Medusa – The Wars Write Up
LBC Medusa – Books ‘un’ picked
As always we have a list of books that were not selected, so if you're looking for some suggestions, have a look here! THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN - Paula Hawkins A FOOLS ALPHABET - Sebastian Faulks H IS FOR HAWK - Helen MacDonald IF ON A WINTER'S NIGHT A TRAVELER - Italo Calvino SHADOW … Continue reading LBC Medusa – Books ‘un’ picked
WSwan LBC – Canada – Richard Ford
LBC White Swan Venue: White Swan Leeds Date: Sunday 8th of March 2015 Time: 6:00pm Address: Swan Street, Leeds Discussing: CANADA RICHARD FORD The BLURB (Amazon) First, I'll tell about the robbery our parents committed. Then about the murders, which happened later. It was more bad instincts and bad luck that lead to Dell Parsons' parents robbing … Continue reading WSwan LBC – Canada – Richard Ford
LBC White Swan – Books ‘un’ picked
As always we have a list left over, so if you're looking for some suggestions, have a look here! GO SET A WATCHMAN - Harper Lee HOUSE OF ASHES - Monique Roffey WHIT - Iain Banks CLOUD ATLAS - David Mitchell THE TROOP - Nick Cutter THE 25TH HOUR - David Banioff THE CASUAL VACANCY - J.K. Rowling … Continue reading LBC White Swan – Books ‘un’ picked
REVIEW – Fancy Pants Poetry 2 – Agostino Scafidi
Recently I reviewed a book of poetry by Agostino Scafidi. No sooner had I pressed publish, then he let me know that the sequel had become available. While there are no major stylish or drastic format changes, this is a very different book from its predecessor. The original was dark, cynical and sarcastic - caustic in … Continue reading REVIEW – Fancy Pants Poetry 2 – Agostino Scafidi
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