Ever notice how wanting something very badly turns you into a child? No? Just me? Well, after watching this video of Ben Kane, Russell Whitfield, and Anthony Riches walk from Capua to Rome, kitted out as Roman soldiers, I find myself obsessed with trying to figure out how I could join them in future marches. My pinging thoughts: I could do it! I wouldn't have to wear the … [Read more...] about I Want to Do This! You In?
Books
HADES a YALSA Quick Pick!
So thrilled and excited to learn that Hades Speaks: A Guide to the Underworld by the Greek God of the Dead made the the Young Adult Library Association's (YALSA) 2016 Quick Pick List for Reluctant Young Adult Readers in the nonfiction category. The list honors books the committee thinks teens "will pick up on their own and read for pleasure; it is geared to the teenager who, … [Read more...] about HADES a YALSA Quick Pick!
What to Do When A Reader Catches an Error
Quick answer: Own up to it. Here's an email conversation I had with a reader who wanted an explanation for something she noticed: Hi Vicky, I started reading this novel and I am really starting to enjoy it. I noticed that since this is a piece during the Roman period all the references to the gods are Roman, however on page 13 chapter three Lucia mentions Poseidon the earth … [Read more...] about What to Do When A Reader Catches an Error
Friday Funnies–THOR Style
In celebration of the release of THOR SPEAKS! Also, don't forget to sign up to win your free copy of the book. Q: Why won't Spiderman and Batman ever party with Thor ? A: Because they hate getting HAMMERED! "I'm THOR!" the God of Thunder cried while riding his horse. "That's because you forgot your thaddle, thilly!" said the filly. (And just to prove there is no … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies–THOR Style
Friday Funnies–Thor Style. Don’t Forget to Enter to Win a Free Copy!
Goodreads Book Giveaway Thor Speaks! by Vicky Alvear Shecter Giveaway ends October 16, 2015. See the giveaway details at Goodreads. Enter Giveaway … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies–Thor Style. Don’t Forget to Enter to Win a Free Copy!
