If you would like to join in with the Anne Frank #NotSilent campaign, there are a selection of choices available here - replicated below. Also, you can visit @annefranktrust on twitter. “I need to have something besides a husband and children to devote myself to! I don’t want to have lived in vain like most people. I want … Continue reading Anne Frank – #NotSilent – Suggested One Minute Texts
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Anne Frank – #NotSilent
Recently, t'elf asked if I would like to spread the word and get involved with the Anne Frank - #NotSilent Campaign. As it was the first I'd heard of it, I headed straight to the website to get all caught up. This wonderful campaign is determined to spread the word that we each of us … Continue reading Anne Frank – #NotSilent
REVIEW – The Cardinall’s Musick – Howard Assembly Rooms
ABOUT Founded in 1989, The Cardinall’s Musick is a highly successful and innovative ensemble. Taking its name from the 16th-century cardinal, Thomas Wolsey, the group is known for its extensive study of English Renaissance music. Although primarily a vocal group, The Cardinall’s Musick also has its own period instrumental ensemble, and now embraces a wide … Continue reading REVIEW – The Cardinall’s Musick – Howard Assembly Rooms
REVIEW – The Map of Time – GUEST
LBC regular reviewer Michelle has been reading again... Thanks again Michelle! THE MAP OF TIME FELIX J. PALMA BLURB An epic, ambitious and page-turning mystery that will appeal to fans of The Shadow of the Wind, Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell and The Time Traveller’s Wife. London, 1896. Andrew Harrington is young, wealthy and heartbroken. … Continue reading REVIEW – The Map of Time – GUEST
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
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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