I haven't written any book reviews because I've mostly been reading from series. In general, unless it's the first book in a series and stands alone well (such as the Crosspointe book I reviewed), I don't like reviewing one book in a series. And all-too-many series are unfinished. (Damn those authors for publishing before they… Continue reading Life Events: No Reviews Nov
Author: Librin Latone
Writer, nerd, and perpetual student. I am obsessed with books - both the reading and the making of them. If I won the lottery I would try to have the best private(ish) library in the world. It wouldn't be totally private because the whole purpose of having books is helping other people find a book they will love.
I have 2 cats, Genkii (energy) and Kawaii (cutie). I will mention them regularly because they are a daily delight in my life. Granted, sometimes when I'm playing video games they are not so much "delight" as they are "distraction"... but I love them regardless.
Manners: Teaching
At some point in everyone's life they should teach someone else something. Whether you are showing someone how to do a math problem, change a tire, or fly an airplane: this is one of those things that you need to do to appreciate. Anyone who says "those who can't do, teach...." they never had a good teacher.… Continue reading Manners: Teaching
Writing: Ergonomics
I can't "just write anywhere" - I wish to God i could. I can get IDEAS all over the place, but actually putting those ideas into words. I need the right space: feng shui or ergonomics. I think of it like ergonomics. If my chair and the table are the wrong height, my wrists will hurt.… Continue reading Writing: Ergonomics
Life Memories: Trick or Treat!
I really only have one stand-out memory of Halloween trick-or-treating. Most of my memories are before (getting excited & dressing up) or after (splitting and trading candy). There was only one year that stands out. I was six or seven. I'd have to look through my mother's photo-collection (she labels by year) to figure out.… Continue reading Life Memories: Trick or Treat!
Writing: Turning off to enjoy the plot
One of the hardest parts of being a writer - at least in my opinion - is turning it off. I love movies which actually can surprise me. It's a rare plot twist that I don't catch - even on the first pass of a movie. It's why Unbreakable has a special place in my heart. It… Continue reading Writing: Turning off to enjoy the plot
The Super-Secret-Blinker Club: Memberships Available Now!
No monetary membership dues! Low Requirements* for entry! Membership Benefits** for every day activities! *Requirements for entry include: utilizing a blinker prior to turning or changing lanes (including turn lanes!); respecting others' blinkers: allowing them to turn or enter lanes when legally allowed; confirming blinkers turn off properly after a lane change or turn; when parallel… Continue reading The Super-Secret-Blinker Club: Memberships Available Now!
Politicis: Gun Control
I am pretty far left on most social issues. This is the one exception. I'm not far to the right, but I am definitely more-right than many of my friends (and family). And everyone I talk to about this will hear me remind them that I think cars are a more dangerous problem which I… Continue reading Politicis: Gun Control
Writing: The Author Sisyphus Complex
I'm not published. I've sent in a few manuscripts, but my own high standards and a few rejections... I know I'm a coward not to "plow through" and "keep sending it out." I write what I love to write. As much as a piece of me yearns and burns to see my book sitting on… Continue reading Writing: The Author Sisyphus Complex
Review: The Cipher
The Cipher by Diana Pharaoh Francis This is an interesting novel I picked up via Scribd. It was, to me, a strong example of a modern fantasy novel. Synopsis: Lucy Trenton, a customs agent of the magical isle of Crosspointe, finds herself caught in a web of lies & treason. Her own lies catch up with her,… Continue reading Review: The Cipher
Life Memories: My Face
There are two facts about my face that people don't tend to realize: I have a glass face. This sentence sums up two things, the first being that I literally have glass in my face. I was in a car accident when I was about 5 and was splattered with glass from the window. Cut… Continue reading Life Memories: My Face
Dream by Day 