Her Ass Look Big, or Why Pi E Is Not the Answer by Jen Lancaster, a review by RantingLunatic “Just don’t. Other than a pretty good workout playlist and the tiniest bit of personal growth, this book and author are not worth the trouble. It took me almost a month to finish it. By page […]
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The Stoic Mindset: Living the Ten Pri...
The Stoic Mindset: Living the Ten Principles of Stoicism by Mark Tuitert, also available in audiobook. If you’re struggling to get motivated during the new year, then make sure to snag a copy of this book. Mark Tuitert has practiced the Stoic philosophy for the last twenty years. During that timehe’s won a gold medal […]
The Language of the Night: Essays on ...
The Language of the Night: Essays on Writing, Science Fiction, and Fantasy by Ursula K. Le Guin, also available in audiobook. This is a newly revised collection of Le Guin’s essays and speeches with a new introduction by Ken Liu, an author who has won multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards. Le Guin talks about the […]
That’s Not My Name by Megan Lal...
That’s Not My Name by Megan Lally, also available in audiobook. This is a suspenseful story with a “wrongly accused” protagonist. Drew, the boyfriend, is framed for his girlfriend Lola’s disappearance.He’s in a race against time to find her before the authorities assume guilt.Key questions to explore:Did Lola run away on purpose, or was she […]
Hell’s Angels by Hunter Thompso...
Hell’s Angels by Hunter Thompson (audiobook also available) This book was written in the 60s, about the 60s. Do not expect political correctness to exist. This book is a rough ride. Pain: Tired of reading the same old boring books? Looking for something thrilling and captivating? Agitate: Most books fail to capture the raw essence […]
Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult, a book ...
Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult (audiobook also available) Before: When it comes to mystery novels, you might think you’ve seen it all – missing persons, psychics, washed-up cops. But what if there was a story that weaved all these elements together in a way you never expected? After: Prepare to be captivated by a gripping […]
In Order to Live by Yeonmi Parks, a b...
In Order to Live by Yeonmi Parks (Audiobook also available) Heartbreaking, horrifying, informative, and uplifting. Yeonmi’s story is the saddest I have ever read and at the same time so filled with hope and strength I have never known. A story like this makes a person think about what is important in their life, and […]
How to Win Friends and Influence Fung...
How to Win Friends and Influence Fungi edited by Dr. Chris Balakrishnan and Matt Wasowski and illustrated by Kristen Orr. (Audiobook also available) If you’ve ever wondered how astronauts use the bathroom in space, or what the best hangover cure is, this book has those answers and many more. This book is a collection of […]
People to Follow by Olivia Worley, a ...
People to Follow by Olivia Worley. (Audiobook also available) Ten influencers are invited to a private island to film a new reality show called ‘In Real Life’. While there, the influencers plan to ‘unplug’ from social media, computers, and their phones for their three-week trip. Things start to get out of control when one of […]
The King is Dead by Benjamin Dean, a ...
The King is Dead by Benjamin Dean (Audiobook also available) After the death of his father, James is preparing to wear the crown. As a Black heir to the throne with a secret boyfriend, he’s worried about the public’s reaction. When his boyfriend disappears and a mysterious source starts spilling palace secrets to a reporter, […]