East of Eden – Top Shelf
East of Eden – Top Shelf Over at Doorstoppers we tend to read a long classic (or anyway an “older” book) during the summer. I’m …
reviews
The Bee Sting, by Paul Murray
The Bee Sting – A Flaming Arrow to the Heart Paul Murray’s fourth novel, The Bee Sting, follows the Barnes family as they struggle with …
Trust, by Hernan Diaz, Virtual Reader and Writer Friends IRL
Trust, by Hernan Diaz Made it back from New York City last month with what has to be a new record for me: eight books …
Find Writing Inspiration and Pie Recipes in How to Write a Novel in 20 Pies, by Amy Wallen
How to Write a Novel in 20 Pies Released in October 2022, I ordered Amy Wallen‘s new book, How to Write a Novel in 20 …
In Praise of Pacifiction, Alberto Serra’s Languorous Film
In Praise of Pacifiction, Alberto Serra’s Languorous Film The Torino Film Festival One of the many highlights of the year here in Torino, aside from …
The Years, Annie Ernaux
Not Exactly Balancing the Scales After Annie Ernaux was named the Nobel Prize laureate in literature for 2022 in October (the 17th woman out of …