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Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life
Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life
Terry Brooks | 2003 | Fiction & Poetry
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8.5 (2 Ratings)
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Real Life Stories (1 more)
Brooks' Experiences as a Writer
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If you are planning an epic like LOTR or Shannara, you need to read this
I always wanted to be a writer when I grew up, I loved reading. I don't write much now, but when I was, I read lots of 'How to Write' books. Most are crap. This is one that is worthy of a read.
You can not deny that Terry Brooks has nailed the epic fantasy journey, better than Tolkein, it's still going strong. I love his writing and his stories. Although I didn't take as much from this as King's On Writing, I did enjoy reading it and seeing a little into the man behiind the books. This book is not just for wannabe writers, it's for his fans as well, you learn a little more about how Shannara and Landover came about.
  
The Crow Box (Shadow and Ink #1)
The Crow Box (Shadow and Ink #1)
Nikki Rae | 2016 | Paranormal
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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I believe this is the first time I've read a book that has left me perplexed on how many stars I should give it. It started a bit slow for me and then I found myself feeling sad for Corbin and her hoarding mom. From there I experienced moments of horror and confusion and just when I thought I had figured out the truth, a pebble was thrown across my path which caused me to take a detour. "We're all mad here" kept scrolling across my mind as I got deeper into the thick of it.

The storyline was interestingly written and many times poetic. I want to describe Corbin as a strong young woman who deals the best way she can with her circumstances but does she really? I can with all certainty say that readers will enjoy the complexity of this story
  
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Kai (5 KP) rated The Graft in Books

Nov 29, 2017  
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The Graft
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10.0 (1 Ratings)
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It took a little longer than some of my other reads, but I really enjoyed this. I accidentally started to read a review and it said about a twist for Nick and wow. Yeah. <br/><br/>Hard read but really good.
  
Dance Again... The Hits by Jennifer Lopez
Dance Again... The Hits by Jennifer Lopez
2012 | Rhythm And Blues
Not normally my thing, but I thought that I'd give it a listen and there's no doubt she's talented and has churned out a number of hits, way more that I was aware of. (0 more)
It's a bit samey for me. (0 more)
  
Bad Samaritan (2018)
Bad Samaritan (2018)
2018 | Horror, Thriller
Surprisingly fun for a movie I knew nothing about. More of a long form special episode of Criminal Minds than a solid film. I have always been underwhelmed by David Tennant but he was eerily believable in this. Worth the watch.
  
Vampire Academy
Vampire Academy
Richelle Mead | 2007 | Fiction & Poetry
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8.5 (48 Ratings)
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Loved these books about a bunch of kids who are vampires. I think they made it into a TV series. don't think UK got it . Haven't read this series in a while yet it is one which I will re read.
  
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starwarsluvr (236 KP) rated Cold Fear in Books

Jan 30, 2018  
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Cold Fear
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
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wow. .A lot of good in this...A bit of confusion because a lot of important characters. I loved the storyline and the way it flowed was very good. I am glad how it ended. Overall very predictable but very good
  
The Bear and the Nightingale
The Bear and the Nightingale
Katherine Arden | 2017 | Fiction & Poetry, Science Fiction/Fantasy
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9.4 (17 Ratings)
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this novel but i was pleasantly surprised as it was a beautiful story told from a fantasy version of early Russia, bringing myths to life in a wobderful way that grabbed my attention.
  
The Killing Room (2009)
The Killing Room (2009)
2009 | Drama, Mystery, Thriller
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6.0 (6 Ratings)
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A rather simple and poor thriller. I can't believe Clea Duvall has such a small part. Similar to quite a few films, although I wouldn't say it's like the Saw films. It's more like Cube, House of 9, The Experiment.