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Shay's Summer Reading List for 2013

Shay Hill — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:33:42 +0000

I love to read but I have to have the right book. I am currently reading "The Duck Commander Family" written by Willie and Korie Robertson. (I know, big surprise!) I would like to read at least 5 books this summer so I'm already looking for great stuff that hopefully will intrigue me. As I did my research I was surprised to find so many 'classics' on the list as were many books that have recently been made into movies.

Lance Armstrong's Books Labeled Fiction In Library Sign Prank

Joe Student — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:30:43 +0000

How bad are things for Lance Armstrong, the disgraced former cyclist who last week admitted to using banned substances while winning seven Tour de France titles? Library geeks are making fun of him. After Armstrong copped to cheating in an interview with Oprah Winfrey last week, someone placed a sign in the Manly Library in [...]

BioShock Infinite Prequel Book Announced

Luke Brown — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:00:49 +0000

Irrational revealed on Tuesday plans to release a prequel e-book to BioShock Infinite through the Amazon Kindle store. Written by Ken Levine and Infinite’s writer Joe Fielder, BioShock Infinite: Mind in Revolt will elaborate more on, “the struggle between [Colombia's] factions, and the motivations of key characters, like rebel leader Daisy Fitzroy.” Irrational promises the [...]

'Turn It Up!: Love, Life and Death, Southern Rock Style' Gives Us New Insight Into the Lynyrd Skynyrd Story [VIDEO]

Dave Wheaton — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:56:30 +0000

If there were ever a rock and roll story that could be told over and over, it's that of the band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Finally, tour manager Ron Eckerman has written what could be the most in-depth book about Skynyrd and the players in the band. Eckerman's new book, 'Turn It Up!: Love, Life and Death, Southern Rock Style' uncovers details about the band that lived the rock and roll dream and defined rock and roll tragedy.

Lynyrd Skynyrd Biographer Talks About 'Turn It Up!', Recovering From Plane Crash + More in Exclusive Interview [AUDIO]

Dave Wheaton — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:30:24 +0000

Ron Eckerman spent two years as the tour manager for one of the biggest bands in rock and roll history, Lynyrd Skynyrd. He was there when the band began its ascent to the top of the music world, and he was in the airplane with the band when it crashed, ending the band as we knew it. Eckerman released a book, 'Turn It Up!: Love, Life and Death, Southern Style', recalling his accounts of those two years, as well as the tragic day in October 1977. Recently, Ron took the time to talk with me about the book, the band and a special offer to U.S. servicemen and women.

Martina McBride Writing a Party Planning Book, Also Plans to Write More Songs

Dave Wheaton — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 13:36:56 +0000

Martina McBride is a brilliant singer and a great entertainer. But when she's not in the recording studio or on tour, Martina loves planning parties. And apparently she's so good at it, she wants to share her knowledge with you. So, the country singer/songwriter says that she is in the process of putting together a book that shares her tips on planning a great get-together.

Someone Tried to Sell This James Holmes Halloween Mask on eBay

Mike Adams — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 20:59:41 +0000

In the dual spirit of Halloween and extremely bad taste, someone recently attempted to sell a lifelike latex mask of accused Aurora theater shooter James Holmes on eBay. However, the listing was not up very long because representatives of the online auction site say that as soon as they were made aware of what the [...]

'Encyclopedia Brown' Author Donald J. Sobol Dies at 87

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 19:29:23 +0000

Donald J. Sobol, the author of the extremely popular boy-detective book series ‘Encyclopedia Brown,’ died last week of natural causes. He was 87. If you were born after 1960, you’ve likely read at least one of the almost 30-book strong franchise, which follows the mystery-solving adventures of the 10-year-old Brown and his tomboy sidekick Sally Kimball. While ‘Encyclopedia [...]

Horror Writer Rolling Out His New Novel on Toilet Paper

Danny Gallagher — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:35:41 +0000

Author Koji Suzuki, the horror novelist behind the ‘Ring’ movies, has a new scary novel set to be published in America in an unusual way: it’s entirely printed on rolls of toilet paper. Traditional methods of reading are under threat now that technology has given rise to eBooks. The iPad and Amazon Kindle can store [...]

Florida Library Bans 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' Soccer Moms Freak Out

Shauna Wright — Sun, 13 May 2012 20:11:02 +0000

E.L. James’ ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ has taken the publishing world by storm, with many deeming the steamy erotic novel “soccer-mom porn.”

And while it certainly isn’t suitable for children, a lot of adults are upset that the libraries in Brevard County, Fla. have banned the book from its shelves.

Author of "Where The Wild Things Are", Maurice Sendak, Dead at 83 [VIDEO]

Dave Wheaton — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:09:39 +0000

Maurice Sendak, the award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books, has died. Sendak, most recognized for “Where The Wild Things Are”, died of complications from a stroke. He was 83. Just hearing the name “Where The Wild Things Are” sparks memories of my 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Carlson, reading the book to our class. Some [...]

What's Your Favorite Children's Story? [POLL]

Shay Hill — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:21:42 +0000

Last week I told you about some of my favorite children’s book; stories that meant something to me growing up. They always bring back great memories when I hear them and you want to share them with others. So now it’s your turn to tell us what stories you enjoyed most growing up. I know [...]

What is Your Favorite Summer Reading? [POLL]

Shay Hill — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:46:59 +0000

It’s almost time for summer vacations and that means you have to have your favorite book with you. Whether you’re hitting the beach, taking a road trip or just sitting on the back porch you have to have your favorite book to keep you entertained. I personally like mysteries but occasionally I will branch out [...]

JK Rowling Reveals Title of New Book, 'The Casual Vacancy' — When Can You Buy It?

Shauna Wright — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:45:42 +0000

JK Rowling may have written her last words about Harry Potter, but that doesn’t mean she’s retiring. The author’s new novel, ‘The Casual Vacancy,’ is set to drop Sept. 27. Described by publisher Little Brown as “blackly comic, thought-provoking and constantly surprising,” the book is the first Rowling has written that’s aimed squarely at adults. [...]

'Berenstain Bears' Co-Creator Jan Berenstain Dies at 88

Shauna Wright — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:20:23 +0000

Fans of the Berenstain Bears children’s books are in mourning today after it was announced that co-creator Jan Berenstain died of a stroke on Friday at the age of 88. Jan and her husband Stan (who died in 2005) created the Berenstain Bears back in 1962, and since then, the family — consisting of a [...]

Boy Who Claims to Have Seen Heaven Pens 'Heaven is for Real' Children's Book [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:48:39 +0000

When he was four, Colton Burpo almost died of a burst appendix. Vivid memories the now 12-year old had of going to Heaven, sitting in Jesus’ lap, and meeting dead family members during this near death experience became the basis for the book ‘Heaven is for Real,’ which has been on the New York Times bestseller list for the past 52 weeks.

Now there is an 32-page illustrated children’s edition of ‘Heaven is for Real,’ which Colton and his parents promoted on ‘Today.’

Scratch-and-Sniff Book Lets You Take a Whiff of New York City

Shauna Wright — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:19:53 +0000

Ah, New York City. The sights and smells are like nowhere on earth. Where else can you see the Statue of Liberty and take in the aroma of hot dogs? Or fish? Or, um, sewers?

Showcasing the Big Apple in all its olfactory glory is the goal of a new scratch-and-sniff book called ‘New York, Phew York,’ illustrated by artist Tim Probert and inspired by author Amber Jones’ experiences in the city.

Borders Employees Diss Customers in Hilarious Farewell Note

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 21:13:16 +0000

Borders bookstores will shut their doors forever at the end of this month, and in a final kiss-off to those who patronized the once-popular chain, employees at one of Borders’ franchises hung in their display window a bitter note which listed all the things customers had done to piss them off over the years.

'That's Not Your Mommy Anymore' Picture Book Teaches Kids About Zombie Apocalypse

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:15:49 +0000

Since 2007, the Zombie Research Society has been raising awareness about the undead and the upcoming zombie pandemic. Their latest effort, an illustrated book called ‘That’s Not Your Mommy Anymore,’ aims to educate the younger members of our society on what to do when a parent becomes a brain-eating monster. The 32-page “cautionary tale for mature children” [...]

Jimmy Fallon's 'Do Not Read List' for This School Year [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:53:42 +0000

School reading lists are typically laden with staid classics that no one really wants to read. But nevermind all that. ‘Late Night’ host Jimmy Fallon presented his “Do Not Read List” for the 2011-2012 school year that sounds a lot more enticing. All the books are real, but judging by the titles and descriptions, we [...]