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Don't Know Much About Mythology by Kenneth C. Davis

December 2005

In his popular question-and-answer style, Kenneth C. Davis introduces and explains the great myths of the world, as well as the works of literature that have made them famous. He offers a starting point for further research and a lifelong love affair with the great mythic literatures of the world. 

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December 2005

If you are like me, you are caught up in the holidaze. My lists have lists, but somehow this year is calmer than others. I don't think I am more prepared. I do think I have made a pact with myself to just enjoy the season and not get myself frenzied. So far, with two weeks to go, it's working. Each night I am making time for personal reading, which is something I usually forego as the pace ramps up going into the holiday. It really makes a difference to just give myself those few minutes of escape!

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Are you in a Mother/Daughter book group, or do you know anyone in one of these groups?

December 1, 2005, 99 voters

Interview: Peter Temple, author of Bad Debts

Nov 25, 2005

November 25, 2005

Bookreporter.com's Suspense/Thriller Author Spotlight Team (Carol Fitzgerald, Joe Hartlaub and Wiley Saichek) interviewed acclaimed Australian novelist Peter Temple about his latest endeavors, BAD DEBTS and BLACK TIDE. Temple cites his interest in the law as the catalyst for this new series, and discusses elements of his own personality that are infused into that of his protagonist, Jack Irish. He also names his major literary influences, shares his initial reason for becoming a writer, and describes what he hopes American readers will learn from his books.

Interview: Douglas Preston, author of Tyrannosaur Canyon

Nov 25, 2005

November 25, 2005

Douglas Preston has collaborated with Lincoln Child on such novels as BRIMSTONE, THE RELIC and STILL LIFE WITH CROWS. In this interview with Bookreporter.com's contributing writer Roberta O'Hara, Preston talks about his latest solo release, TYRANNOSAUR CANYON, which showcases his lifelong interest in paleontology and his experiences working at the American Museum of Natural History. He discusses his penchant for reusing characters from previous works, explains why he incorporates greed into his fiction, and touches upon how he decides which story ideas will be pursued individually and which should be developed into joint novels.

November 25, 2005

I actually am writing this letter the day before Thanksgiving since I am attempting to have a quiet, relaxing holiday weekend. For all of you who know me well, stop snickering; I do hear you. I am making a mega-course Thanksgiving dinner tomorrow and to date have not prepared one thing. Thanksgiving is all about chopping while watching the parade and then trying to time everything so you can have dinner at a reasonable hour with all food hot and available at exactly the same time. No wonder we need a long weekend to follow this!

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November 2005

Dig into Kidsreads.com this month! Along with our regular features --- Interviews, Cool New Books, Reviews and Series Updates --- we have a special Thanksgiving Day Roundup that's bound to fill you up.

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November 2005

We know that this week kicks off the most busy time of the year for most parents --- the holidays. Between cooking a turkey, planning decorations and parties and yes, shopping, this is a time that can make your head spin. As we say at Kidsreads.com, it's the holidaze!

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What author would you most like to have over for a holiday dinner?

November 18, 2005

November 18, 2005

I love traveling for business or pleasure, but often find that hotels can make me insane. I write, even email, best when I am comfortable. Sure, I dash out notes on my Blackberry even on street corners, but for serious writing, comfort works. I am at the Miami Book Fair this weekend staying at the Four Seasons. I got a deal, which I am sure was inspired by the recent hurricane, that is making this experience affordable. Since I am not dealing with the annoyances that accompany most hotel experiences, like Wi-Fi that is No-Fi and noise and linens that make me cringe (I have been known to throw bedspreads in closets lest my imagination run wild about what happened on them), I am productive. I am writing up a storm and am reading non-stop. Let's just say that this was a great investment!

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