On June 23, 2014, Ashlee Willis’ first novel will be bestowed on the world: Synopsis: Her parents’ marriage is falling apart. Fifteen-year-old Posy feels her life is falling apart with it. Retreating to an old library down the street, she selects a mysterious book in a secluded corner and is magically drawn into its story……
As discussed in a previous post, I do not think our reading should be defined by a ‘list of greatness.’ However, I do believe there are certain books which make us greater. The greatness they bestow on us may be in opening our mind to new ideas, introducing us to an unknown universe, or providing…
“This book is the only book you need to read in your whole life. It has everything a book should have: large words, clever witticisms, a sweeping plot which is really an analogy for the whole of society, riveting characters, popularity with critics and scholars, and lots of pages.” “But does it have pirates?” the boy said.…
