James Crumley is basically the Raymond Chandler of the American west. I mean that as both a compliment and a dig. I like Chandler and appreciate his status as the OG of the contemporary American mystery novel but I wouldn't say I'm one of his acolytes. His plots were often heavily convoluted and … [Read more]
All this, and Helen ends up back with her husband anyway
I should have read The Iliad in college. It was assigned for a first year seminar for which I did less than half the reading. I've long been embarrassed by this fact, yet not at all motivated to make up the deficit. When I came to Song of Achilles, I had no idea who the narrator was, or his … [Read more]
When you blend in and stand out at the same time
While Smudge by Mahogany L. Browne is out of print in stores and on-line, you can try for pre-loved copies or on Button Poetry’s website as well. The reason I am reviewing this book is not just because I read it, but this is a book that needs to be talked about. First, I was not the audience the … [Read more]
Thank you, Melani!
Can't wait to get started on these! Thank you so much! … [Read more]