Ginsberg's "Howl" and Dante's "Divine Comedy" and the life story of Anne Frank are being published as graphic books in the upcoming weeks. They look interesting, especially the movie "Howl," which is the purpose for the graphic book (as movie tie-in). Here's a look at what's on the horizon, plus links to the "Howl" movie trailer and a YouTube video of the Frank biography.
Month: July 2010
Carson McCullers’ eyes on me
In a Hitchcock movie, her eyes in this photo would move, and she'd reach out and touch me.
Alan Furst’s new day in the barrel
Alan Furst wasn't always a best-selling espionage novelist. He's traveled his way to the top, starting with three novels he'd rather not talk about and a cult following for his now acclaimed WWII series. Here's some insight on his literary journey, and also his newest novel, published this summer.
Books from the week: war, mud & more
Some books I came across this week during my usual perusal of all things about books.
Six short story books & a big prize
Cork, Ireland hosts an annual literary festival in honor of native son and acclaimed Irish short story writer Frank O'Connor. With the festival comes an award for the best short story collection published the year before the award is given. The short list has been announced, and it offers up great selections for good reads.
Where are the wrong books, please?
I stumbled upon some interesting lists and share them here on TLC, including "The Best Bad Books You've Never Read."
Ann Beattie’s “Walks With Men”
This 102-page novella is a quick read. A confusing one, too.
The Longest Chapter 