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20 Book Quotes That Have Changed My Outlook On Life
Have you ever felt so moved after reading a book? Now not just the vastness of the book but the quotes within it? Have they spoken to you on a deeper level? Have they got you through a dark time? Grief? Depression? Have they made you laugh until you have to cross your legs to stop a little bit of wee escaping? I know I’m not alone there! Has a quote reminded you of a happy time long gone past that put you in mind of a loved one? This is the power of a meaningful quote. It’s called being human… In a life where nothing is plain sailing I…
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The Best Horror Novels turned Into Movies
5. Carrie By Stephen King A modern classic, Carrie introduced a distinctive new voice in American fiction — Stephen King. The story of misunderstood high school girl Carrie White, her extraordinary telekinetic powers, and her violent rampage of revenge, remains one of the most barrier-breaking and shocking novels of all time. Make a date with terror and live the nightmare that is…Carrie–back cover 4. The Silence Of The Lambs By Thomas Harris Hannibal Lecter. The ultimate villain of modern fiction. Read the five-million-copy bestseller that scared the world silent. The Silence of the Lambs. A young FBI trainee. An evil genius locked away for unspeakable crimes. A plunge into the…
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Blogtober: My Favourite Booktubers
Although I have only been blogging for five whole months, I have been following certain members of the book community for far longer. I have been an avid fan of booktube for around a year. Since starting blogging I now follow a heap of others and in this post I’m going to share my favourites. A Beautiful Chaos of Books I love the quirkiness of this channel. I’ve got some great recommendations and she has an uncanny way of mixing it up and keeping it fresh and unique. The Shades Of Orange BookTube Channel By far one of my favourite channels. Anyone that knows me, knows that one of my…
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Blogtober: My Recent Favourite Audiobooks
Have we ever lived in a better time for technology, especially considering the capabilities of audiobooks now? Gone are the clumbersome Tapes and CD’s, replaced by the mobile app. It’s easy, it’s quick and you can listen while cooking dinner. We have A- list stars looking to queue up to be the voice of blockbuster reads, everyone wants in on it! I’m going to give a run down of my favourite top 10 of this year! The Secret Commonwealth By Phillip Pullman It is 20 years since the events of La Belle Sauvage: The Book of Dust Volume One unfolded and saw the baby Lyra Belacqua begin her life-changing journey. It is…
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Blogtober: Autumnal Bookshelf Ideas
Hey, and welcome to Blogtober day 7. Can’t believe that I have managed to blog for seven days straight! I don’t know if I will manage every day of the month but I’ll give it a damn good go! Do you love decorating your bookshelves with a seasonal or holiday theme? I have to admit that I don’t usually do it but after researching the good old web, I’ve seen so many beautiful and awesome ideas. I just wish I had the time to do it properly. In this post I’m going to share with you some quick and easy Ideas that I’ve come with to make your bookshelves popping…
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Blogtober: Coziest places to read in Glasgow
So you have a day spare and you are dying to read that new book you’ve been waiting months to be released. You are bored of sitting in the house so what do you do? Glasgow is a bustling city and you assume there isn’t many quiet spots, right? Well grab a cuppa and a biscuit and let me enlighten you to the wonders of Glasgow’s hidden quiet gems. You are in for a treat. West Brewery A lovely quiet bar area to read in that serves beautiful and rich German inspired beers. It’s got a lovely atmosphere and the staff are friendly and very accomodating. Ashton Lane Ashton Lane…
