Monthly Archives: August 2014
Upcoming YA Books: September 2014
I am a long-time reader. The librarians were on first name basis with my siblings and me because we were there lots. They’d see us come in and get our reserved books right off the shelf for us (that was back when their reserve shelves were behind the counter). I remember countless hours roaming the aisles of books (and books and books) and, I admit it, spending some time on their computers. I remember participating in the summer reading programs (which I remember being more challenging than they are now) each year. My parents came up with some creative rules and …
Beauty rises from the MURKY WATERS
“Oh lovely and fair, adorned with spell, Doth awaken my ceaseless torment, risen from hell. Thy grace and charm for all mute things to see, As floating on seas, some delicate power to thee. Tis beauty blooms in lights glorious birth, While fowl winds slumber in the fields of earth. Thy beauty burns like a ceaseless fire, Behold thy soul’s immensity! I reverence her song in the mountain tower, And glimpse the true splendor of the Lotus-flower!” ~by Linda Louise Lotti The lotus flower is not only a uniquely beautiful bloom, but is richly symbolic in many cultures. Colleen Houck …
Movie Review Double Feature: Hercules & Guardians of the Galaxy
Hercules I always give spoilers so consider yourself warned. =) Colleen’s Movie Review Romance: There were allusions to romance through visions of Hercules’ dead family. There was nothing to swoon over though. And, let’s just say, there’s no way on this planet the woman who portrayed Hercules’ wife, who we got a very good look at by the way, had three babies. No. Way. I do like the nod to Disney with them calling her Megara. Special Effects: I was really going into this film hoping to see Hercules battling cool CGI monsters like they showed in the previews. Sadly, …
MR. KADAM’S SPICE KITCHEN
“MR. KADAM” ON THE SUBJECT OF GINGER Welcome back to Mr. Kadam’s Spice Kitchen! It’s been awhile since he’s shared some of his wisdom on the uses and history of spices but he’s glad to be back! For those of you unfamiliar with who Mr. Kadam is, let me introduce you. Colleen Houck, author of the New York Times Bestseller, TIGER’S CURSE SERIES, wrote a character who has and always will be near and dear to her heart. He’s known as Anik Kadam, King Rajaram’s trusted military adviser. He was born in 1635 and has been Ren’s man-at-arms and …
An Interview With Gregg Olsen
An Interview With Gregg Olsen Gregg Olsen has 3 Young Adult novels under his belt. Girls on Film: A Vengeance Novel is his most recent book from his new YA series. He also has Empty Coffin Series with two books. . See his ENVY book trailer below. http://youtu.be/ux5QPxTYJ5g You have written both fiction and non-fiction, including True Crime. When writing GIRLS ON FILM (RUN in the UK), did you feel that the knowledge you have of real life crime helped or hindered your plotting? Definitely helps. Over my years I’ve had the privilege (and I do consider it so) to tell …
The art of Threading- Hair removal from the Middle East
I’ve recently learned about Threading which is a hair removal technique for eyebrows, upper lip, or any facial hair. It removes the hair at the root with out use of wax, chemicals, or painful tweezing of hairs one… at…a…painful…time. All that is used is a piece of cotton thread, twist it, and off you go. It’s still not as well know here in the states but larger cities are seeing more and more of these salons open up. I’ve watched a few videos but have never attempted to do it myself at home. We found a place near Colleen so she will …
THE MODERN INK SOCIETY
FEATURING GUEST TERA LYNN CHILDS The Courage to Try New Things Welcome to the fifth session of THE MODERN INK SOCIETY! During our lifetime we have a choice put before us again and again. Do we climb the new mountain in front of us, or sit and watch waiting and wishing for the courage to try. Sometimes it just takes a few words or encouragement to change the direction of our lives like it did for Tera Lynn Childs. Those words burn into our souls giving us the strength to do what our heart wishes. ~Vincent Van Gogh Introducing, …
A Baby Shower Sprinkled in Pink
Another Lotti girl is due to arrive in the next few months. Velvety soft blankets have been sewn, blushing flowers adorn little shoes and head bands, and pink is sprinkled everywhere. Unique baby names are shared to keep Linda smiling the last weeks of her pregnancy like Shalisha, Shimmer, Amaziah, and Grass. Two overly wonderful sisters-in-law and I threw a baby shower for Linda. Heather was in charge of decorations, and as you can see she has a talent for it. Megan has games and the fruit and veggie platters. (Not the smell and taste what’s in the diaper sort of games, …
July Art Contest Winners Announced!
July’s ART Contest Results! The theme for this contest was TIGERS PROMISE, the prequel to TIGERS CURSE. Thanks to everyone who participated in July’s Art Contest! I’m AMAZED by the talent and hard work you put into your masterpiece! Congrats to all of you for channeling your inner artist! For those of you just tuning in, the contest ran for the month of July, the theme was TIGER’S PROMISE, and there was no limit on number of entries and all ages are welcome! We’ve selected three lucky participants as the winners and they will be receiving an ASPIRING ARTIST prize …
Colleen Houck Book Club
BOOK FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST- OH.MY.GODS. It’s here, the end of summer and with it pool parties, sleepovers and vacations. I don’t know about you but I’m ready to say goodbye to summer (especially where it’s 100 plus degrees every day) and hello to falling leaves, hot cocoa and cozy sweatshirts. If you didn’t get a chance to read last month’s pick, The Pledge by Kimberly Derting, it’s not too late to check it out. For those of you who participated in the live chat on Goodreads with authors Kimberly Derting and Colleen Houck, thanks! It was so much …
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