Leaving the sea by ben marcus6/10/2023 ![]() ![]() And in the title story, told in a single breathtaking sentence, we watch as the narrator's marriage and his sanity unravel, drawing him to the brink of suicide.Surreal and tender, terrifying and life-affirming,Leaving the Seais the work of an utterly unique writer at the height of his powers. In ' Watching Mysteries with My Mother,' a son meditates on his mother's mortality, hoping to stave off her death for as long as he sits by her side. ![]() ![]() In the dystopian ' Rollingwood,' a divorced father struggles to take care of his ill infant, as his ex-wife and colleagues try to render him irrelevant. Buy Leaving the Sea by Ben Marcus from Waterstones today Click and Collect from your local Waterstones or get FREE UK delivery on orders over £25. Email or call to check availability and price. By turns hilarious and heartfelt, dark and illuminative, Ben Marcus'sLeaving the Seais a ground breaking collection of stories from one of the single most vital, extraordinary, and unique writers of his generation.In the heartfelt ' I Can Say Many Nice Things,' a washed-up writer toying with infidelity leads a creative writing workshop on board a cruise ship. Leaving the Sea: Stories (Vintage Contemporaries) (Paperback). Domestic dysfunction gets some techno-dystopian twists in Marcus’ third story collection (Leaving the Sea, 2014, etc.). ![]()
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Eginhard the life of charlemagne6/10/2023 ![]() ![]() Here Eginhard spent the last years of his life in retirement. The latter presented him with a large tract of land in the Odenwald, the center of which was Michelstadt. On the death of Charlemagne, he was appointed preceptor of Lothaire, son of Louis le Debonnaire. Lerontius in Maestricht, Fritzlar in Germany, St. The emperor departed in his case, as in that of Alcuin, Angilbert, and some other friends, from his habit not to cumulate ecclesiastical benefices in one hand, and gave to him the abbeys of St. ![]() ![]() Eginhard accompanied the emperor in all his marches and journeys, never separating from him excepting on one occasion (806), when he was dispatched by Charlemagne on a mission to pope Leo, in order to obtain the signature of the pope for the document which divided the empire among the sons of Charlemagne. ![]() The emperor appointed him his private secretary, and superintendent of public buildings at Aix-la-Chapelle. Eginhard gained the favor of the emperor to a high degree, and an intimate friendship sprang up between him and the emperor's children, especially the emperor's oldest son and successor, Louis le Debonnaire. At an early age he repaired to the court of Charlemagne, and became a pupil of Alcuin. The place of his birth is entirely unknown. Eginhard or Einhard (sometimes also called Agenhard or Ainhard), the biographer of Charlemagne, was born about 770. ![]() Storm and fury jennifer l armentrout6/10/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() The original series is set around a love triangle, which is honestly the bane of my existence. I quickly read the synopsis of those books, deciding whether I wanted/needed to back track and read those before continuing with this one. As it turns out, Storm and Fury is a spin off of another series (Dark Elements). ![]() Then she meets Zayne, a Warden from another community.Īt this point during the novel I began snooping on Goodreads to get the detes. She’s bonded to a Warden who is her protector, but pretty early on it’s clear that things are not working out as they should be. She’s a secret that must be kept at all cost, her life depends on it. ![]() She lives with Wardens, aka living gargoyles who hunt and fight demons, but she’s not a Warden or a human. Our main character, Trinity, is not like anyone else. This became abundantly clear about 20% through this book, and I strapped myself in, readying for an emotional roller coaster. Somehow between the years of reading Obsidian and Storm and Fury, I forgot that Armentrout was a paranormal romance author. I wish I hadn’t waited so long to read this, but because I did I was able to read it as an audio book from my local library, using Libby. So when I saw she had a new series coming out, and the first book was on Netgalley, I pounced to snag a copy. I had previously read Obsidian by Jennifer L. ![]() One is a Promise by Pam Godwin6/10/2023 ![]() It was a true roller coaster ride though, my emotions were all over the place. I’ll stay in love with one and find myself again. I fell in love with two men and lost myself. As much as I fear the future, it isn’t going away until it shows me what I need to do. ![]() Love happened twice, and I have no regrets, even if the situation feels impossible, even if the looming decision makes me believe I will never survive it. If being with one or the other is a choice, when did I decide to love them both? I didn’t. Excellent writing, hot AF sex and Uber complicated relationships! This installment had everything Pam is well known for. Pam was definitely saving the best for last. “Love does not begin and end the way we seem to think it does. Release Dates: Tangled Lies (a trilogy) One is a Promise Two is a Lie: Coming JThree is a War: Coming Aug 29, 2017 ![]() I love two men, and I do the only thing I can. I tried leaving, staying, refusing, and surrendering. The free-spirited dancer, torn between two men with no resolution in sight. Over six feet of Norse god in a tailored suit, he calculates every move and seizes my hungry breaths with an iron fist. But his dark molten eyes spark only for me. ![]() ![]() The bad boy with the dangerous smile and passionate temper draws attention like a lit fuse on dynamite. Three is a War (Tangled Lies Book 3) by Pam Godwin ![]() Quintana of charyn by melina marchetta6/10/2023 ![]() Now, with complications on all fronts, he has to dig deep to control his anger, and find what it takes to be a leader. At home, his outspoken ways have brought him into conflict with his family. ![]() When the team is formed, Tariq learns there’s a major catch – half of the team is made up of white boys from Cronulla, aka enemy territory – and he must compete with their strongest player for captaincy of the team.Īt school Tariq thinks he has life all figured out until he falls for a new girl called Jamila, who challenges everything he thought he knew. Meet Tariq Nader, leader of ‘The Wolf Pack’ at Punchbowl High, who has been commanded by the new principal to join a football competition with his mates in order to rehabilitate the public image of their school. Cultural diversity, family dynamics, strong girls, decent boys, grief, humour, gorgeous authentic dialogue, beautiful writing. Not only can I imagine readers of all ages relating to them, but I know that if I was still in the classroom, I would order a class set. Two Australian novels released this month are The Year the Maps Changed by Danielle Binks and The F Team by Rawah Arja. The pile, much like my own writing, is a mishmash of genres. ![]() ![]() ![]() I’ve been writing without a break for years and sometimes I feel as if I’ve forgotten how to get lost in a book. I’m back in obsessive reading mode which is always a relief. ![]() Harry potter exhibition british library6/10/2023 ![]() The second book – Harry Potter: A History of Magic is the ‘official comprehensive companion book’, and is a full-colour book which aims to open up the exhibition experience to all, involving collaborations between Bloomsbury and the British Library curators involved in making the exhibition. ![]() You can also catch the eBook version over at Pottermore starting tomorrow. The first – Harry Potter: A Journey Through a History of Magic – is ‘aimed at a family audience’ and showcases a select few of the many artefacts, manuscripts, artworks and objects on show at the exhibition. ![]() The launch of the exhibition tomorrow will also see the publication of two companion books by Bloomsbury. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, The British Library in London (in cooperation with Philosopher’s Stone publisher, Bloomsbury) have created an exhibition combining centuries-old British Library objects with material directly from Bloomsbury and J.K Rowling, capturing both the imaginary and real-world history of magic which is at the heart of the Harry Potter series. The exhibition is open from tomorrow, 20th October 2017, until 28th February 2018 in London. Rowling herself), companion books, featured items, planned expansions and more: Harry Potter: A History of Magic opens TOMORROW at The British Library in London! Keep reading for details on a new documentary coming to BBC Two (featuring J.K. ![]() 50 days of heaven randy alcorn6/9/2023 ![]() ![]() ![]() By AUTHOR Jane Austen Eric Carle Lewis Carroll Roald Dahl Charles Dickens Sydney Hanson C.Indestructubles Little Golden Books Magic School Bus Magic Tree House Pete the Cat Step Into Reading Book The Hunger Games By POPULAR SERIES Chronicles of Narnia Curious Geoge Diary of a Wimpy Kid Fancy Nancy Harry Potter I Survived If You Give.By TOPIC Award Winning Books African American Children's Books Biography & Autobiography Diversity & Inclusion Foreign Language & Bilingual Books Hispanic & Latino Children's Books Holidays & Celebrations Holocaust Books Juvenile Nonfiction New York Times Bestsellers Professional Development Reference Books Test Prep.By GRADE Elementary School Middle School High Schoolīy AGE Board Books (newborn to age 3) Early Childhood Readers (ages 4-8) Children's Picture Books (ages 3-8) Juvenile Fiction (ages 8-12) Young Adult Fiction (ages 12+).BESTSELLERS in EDUCATION Shop All Education Books. ![]() Dark lady of dna6/9/2023 ![]() I am sure it was helpful in establishing a complete portrait of Rosalind, but it was a bit of a chore to slog through.īut once Rosalind was on the scene, it was hard not to adore (and later sympathize with) her. It starts slow, with an extensive exploration of Franklin's family - parents, grandparents, uncles, their status, etc. ![]() Thoroughly researched, this seems as an authoritative account of Franklin's life as one is likely to get. Yet before reading this book, I knew only the barest facts about her: that she was gifted at x-ray crystallography, that Watson & Crick's DNA model would have been impossible (or really, terribly inaccurate) without her, and that her results were used by them in a questionable and poorly acknowledged manner. When asked to name women in science, Rosalind Franklin is always high on my list. ![]() The marquess makes his move6/9/2023 ![]() When she's not bent over her laptop, Diana reads, practices yoga and plots her next travel adventure. Since her 2013 debut, Diana's books have landed on annual "Best of" lists in Library Journal and The Washington Post.ĭiana is now happily settled in Virginia, but still gets the itch to explore far-off places. And yes, it Read More.īestselling author Diana Quincy is a former television journalist who decided she'd rather make up stories where a happy ending is always guaranteed.ĭiana grew up all over the world as the daughter of a United States Foreign Service Officer. My debut historical romance, SEDUCING CHARLOTTE, starts Diana Quincy returns with the newest novel in the Clandestine Affairs series with a steamy romance. ![]() True life events I come across in my research.įor example, Luddites feature Read More. The Marquess Makes His Move audiobook, by Diana Quincy. ![]() Diana Quincy | When True Life Makes for Compelling Romantic FictionĪs an author of historical romance, I often draw inspiration from fascinating ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() For over a century, humans, dwarves, gnomes, and elves have lived together in relative peace. and in every fairy tale there is a grain of truth. The Witcher Saga by Andrzej Sapkowski 1. Both revered and hated, he seeks out the vile fiends that ravage the land and attack the innocent, holding the line against the monsters that plague the world.īut not everything monstrous-looking is evil not everything fair is good. Geralt is a Witcher, a man whose magic powers, enhanced by long training and a mysterious elixir, have made him a brilliant fighter and a merciless hunter. ![]() Now, experience the world of the Witcher like never before with this stunning deluxe hardcover edition of the story collection that started it all, featuring a beautiful new cover and eight gorgeous interior illustrations by a range of award-winning artists. ![]() Andrzej Sapkowski’s The Last Wish introduced the world to the iconic monster hunter Geralt of Rivia his beloved ward and the prophesied savior of the world, Ciri and his ally and true love, the powerful sorceress Yennefer-and they took the world by storm. ![]() |