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Unwound: Kind of like tough love but totally sicko. Awesome.

Posted on April 24, 2011 by talkingwords

Here’s another dystopian novel. And it’s excellent – a completely engrossing read. Unwind, by Neal Shusterman, is told from three points of view; Connor,Riesa, and Lev, which I initially found disappointing. I never enjoy the jarring transition from occupying one … Continue reading →

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Pink ponies, Life-sized Ken dolls, and other birthday disasters

Posted on March 23, 2011 by talkingwords

You Wish is a delightful book by a totally awesome author. Mandy Hubbard, writer of Prada and Prejudice, also is a literary agent. Her blog is a uniquely wise and insightful resource for writers that offers excellent advice and encouragement. … Continue reading →

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Awake – but not really

Posted on August 27, 2010 by talkingwords

Wake by Lisa McMann is a short novel with short sentences. It’s told in third person present tense which seems a bit unusual “She wakes up. She looks around her…” but seems to fit with the mood of the book. … Continue reading →

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