After last week’s review of what’s probably the most disturbing adaptation of Wuthering Heights, I needed something soft, cozy, and silly. I managed to get this with Paddington – the iconic bear from the series of the same name. Since one of his birthdays is coming up on June 25, let’s look at the characterContinue reading “A Bear Called Paddington Book Review”
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Wuthering Heights 1998 Television Movie Review
Content warning: this review mentions animal abuse and sexual assault. Welcome to Part 8 of looking at various adaptations of Wuthering Heights and seeing if they can capture the spirit of the book by Emily Brontë. Today, I’ll be looking at the 1998 movie made by Masterpiece Theatre starring Robert Cavanah as Heathcliff and MatthewContinue reading “Wuthering Heights 1998 Television Movie Review”
Sisters Book Review
There have been plenty of books that I’ve read that I could relate to. One that comes to mind is Big Love by Bari Beckett. However, I don’t think I’ve connected to a novel as hard as I did with Sisters by Raina Telgemeier. It’s a great story about two sisters trying to get along,Continue reading “Sisters Book Review”
Adapt Me Podcast – Everything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies
Hi Everybody, The latest episode of the Adapt Me Podcast is up right now. In it, guest Marc Bonani from the Broadway by Ghostlight YouTube Channel and I discuss how we would adapt Everything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies by Ted Chapin as an anthology miniseries ala Fosse/Verdon. We talk about how the book pullsContinue reading “Adapt Me Podcast – Everything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies”
The Next Breath Book Review
Full disclosure: I was given a free advance reader copy of this book by Author Marketing Experts in exchange for an honest review. Content warning: this review discusses sex and death-related trauma. Letting go of the past can be hard for many people. One wants to hold onto it even if the future is bigContinue reading “The Next Breath Book Review”
Everything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies Book Review
I love musical theatre. I’ve adored musicals since I was little while watching Disney and old Hollywood films. I get excited seeing people sing and dance, whether it’s on Broadway or at the local theatre. It’s also fascinating to learn about how a show comes together, especially how a creative team decides on certain elementsContinue reading “Everything Was Possible: The Birth of the Musical Follies Book Review”
Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights 1992 Movie Review
Welcome to Part 7 of looking at various adaptations of Wuthering Heights and seeing if they can capture the spirit of the book by Emily Brontë. Today, I’ll be looking at the 1992 movie starring Ralph Fiennes as Heathcliff and Juliet Binoche as Catherine. You’re probably wondering, “Emily, why is that movie titled Emily Brontë’sContinue reading “Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights 1992 Movie Review”
The Midnight Library Book Review
Content warning: This review discusses mental health and suicide. There’s been a lot of more focus on mental health now more than ever. It explains why there’s an uptick in accessing resources of that kind. This even includes fiction, for it provides a window to understand why someone might feel a certain way. Some ofContinue reading “The Midnight Library Book Review”
Lords of the Sith Book Review
May the Fourth be with you! Growing up, Star Wars intrigued me. I’ve seen a handful of the films in the franchise, and I knew people, including my husband, who were aware of its lore. There’s even a great YouTube channel called The Art of Storytelling that often dives deep into that aspect in showsContinue reading “Lords of the Sith Book Review”
The Paper Palace Book Review
Content warning: this review contains discussions on sex and sexual assault. I’ve read books that I didn’t care that much about, but I continued as an obligation. Some might say that I should do what’s in my gut and stop. I understand that sentiment. At the same time, I’m in charge of a book group,Continue reading “The Paper Palace Book Review”
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