Category Archives: Books

I’m always impressed with writers who can tell a story in a way that isn’t strictly chronological. The thought that it takes to map out the plot and all its details before ever beginning to write is a testimony to … Continue reading →

I bought this book because it was on clearance, and I thought maybe it would be an interesting peek into the Amish lifestyle. Yes, it was, and I was glad. But more than that, this story is a heart-wrenching account … Continue reading →

I don’t have much to say that hasn’t already been said about this classic. But I will point this out…there are only so many literary character names that are widely and almost immediately recognizable. Among them: Atticus Finch, Scout, and … Continue reading →

This guy is a storytelling genius. I love the style and technique Vonnegut uses in Galapagos, the way he tells you everything you need to know, but not in any kind of chronological order. You may learn when and how … Continue reading →