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Book Review: ‘First Legends of Disco’ by James Arena
"First Legends of Disco" holds appeal for both casual fans of disco who are curious about the origins of 1970s and '80s dance floor smashes and more ardent listeners.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Are There Zombies in Heaven?’ by Eric “The Moebius Kid” Morlin
This is poetry from a complex and gifted mind and also from the streets. It is not pretty but it is impressive and worthwhile for the reader.
Read More »Book Review: ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ by Tsugito Kubo
This is a delightful adaptation from the beloved animated film for its 25th anniversary, illustrated by the filmmaker Miyazaki himself.
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: ‘Survive! Inside the Human Body,’ Volume One by Seok-young Song and Hyun-Don Han
A Korean comic takes us on a Fantastic Voyage inside the human body.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Sweet Expectations (A Union Street Bakery Novel)’ by Mary Ellen Taylor
This continuation of the story of Daisy McCrae, her sisters, and their family bakery is just as charming and engrossing as the first novel in the series.
Read More »Book Review: ‘The World’s Best Artist’ by Mitch O’Connell
This artist has been pushing the envelope for over 30 years now, and it shows. You've probably seen his work, whether you know it or not.
Read More »Book Review: ‘Known Devil’ by Justin Gustainis
Smart, gritty, snarky witty urban fantasy.
Read More »Interview: Becky Akers, Author of ‘Abducting Arnold’
"The more I researched Benedict Arnold and his treason, the more intrigued I grew.."
Read More »Twenty-Five of the Best Young Adult Sci-Fi Novels
Bored out of your mind with video games? Got over 500 channels in hi-def and nothing’s on? Here’s a novel idea: read a novel!
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