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Monthly Archives: December 2011
Book Review: The Bungalow by Sarah Jio
Title: The Bungalow Author: Sarah Jio Genre: Historical fiction Publisher: Plume Rating: 4 out of 5 stars Source: Review copy from the author First line: “Hello?” Anne Calloway is newly engaged to a man who can give her the lifestyle … Continue reading
Ten-word movie reviews #11
Real Steel – Hugh Jackman. Much better story than expected. Excellent kid actor. The Next Three Days – Edge of seat action; kept me guessing until last scene. Larry Crowne – Loved it! Heartwarming, charming, and funny; loved the scooter … Continue reading
The Sunday Salon – December 18, 2011 (the “Christmas break has officially begun” edition)
We have officially started our Christmas break – three whole weeks of no homeschooling! I was counting on this week being hectic, as I was in charge of our church’s Christmas night service, but that’s not happening now. We moved … Continue reading
Bookish links for Saturday, December 17, 2011
Author news: ~ The amazingly gifted Beth Kephart has a new two-book deal with Philomel. Discussion starters: ~ Book Journey: When authors attack Reviews and blog posts that have me adding to my to-read list: ~ The Thorn and the … Continue reading
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Failed 2011 Challenges – and challenge plans for 2012
While I did fairly well on most of my 2011 challenges, there were a few that I failed at: Challenge host: Savvy Verse & Wit Challenge time frame: January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011 Challenge commitment: Read at least … Continue reading
Completed 2011 Challenges
Challenge host: Teresa’s Reading Corner Challenge time frame: January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011 Challenge commitment: Obsessed – 20 Audio Books Completed: 49 audiobooks Challenge host: The Bookette Challenge time frame: January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2011 Challenge … Continue reading
DVD Review: Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas Special
Have you heard the news? Your favorite sub-zero heroes are back in an all-new holiday adventure for the whole family! When Sid accidentally destroys Manny’s heirloom Christmas rock and ends up on Santa’s “naughty list,” he leads a hilarious quest … Continue reading