Kardashian Sister Gives Her Thoughts on “Fifty Shades”
Written by Ella Thomson on Wednesday, August 8th, 2012Yet another celeb has given their “oh-so-valuable” opinion about the Fifty Shades series. According to Celebrity Cafe, Khloe Kardashian was not very impressed with Fifty Shades of Grey. Not that she’s read it, of course, but she scoffed at the idea of reading erotica rather than simply watching porn. “What everyone tells me is that if you’re missing out on a sex life, if you read the book, it makes you want to have a sex life,” Khloe said.
“And, I have a phenomenal sex life. So, I’m not dying to read written porn. I would rather watch porn – than read a different version of porn. But, I don’t know what it’s about,” she added.
However, a family member of Khloe’s has read the book. (more…)
What Books Are Americans Most Embarrassed To Read?
Written by Ella Thomson on Wednesday, August 8th, 2012What books are you most ashamed to be seen reading?
A recent poll done by 60 Minutes/Vanity Fair has Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James at a shockingly low 5%, whereas Barack Obama’s memoir Dreams from My Father at 16%. Meanwhile, Mitt Romney’s non-existent memoir is at 8%. (more…)
Order of Jodi Picoult Books
Jodi Picoult is an American author of chick lit and also Wonder Woman comics. Although her books technically fall into the “standalone” category, her characters tend to recur in multiple novels. For instance, the McAfees appear in The Pact, Salem Falls and Nineteen Minutes. Detective Patrick Ducharme has appeared in Perfect Match and Nineteen Minutes. Frankie Martine appears in Salem Falls, Second Glance and finally in Perfect Match. (more…)
Order of Mary Russell/Sherlock Holmes Books
Mary Russell is a fictional detective featured in a series of books by American novelist Laurie R. King. The series is written in past-tense by an older Mary Russell, who tells her memoirs from about 1915 to 1920. She meets a middle-aged version of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes, who becomes her mentor. (more…)
Order of Kate Martinelli Books
Kate Martinelli is a fictional character created by American author Laurie R. King. Kate is a San Francisco police officer and a lesbian. (more…)
Plenty Of Book Releases For This Week, Including James Patterson & Chelsea Cain
Written by Julie Vegas on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012It’s the weekday all readers look forward to – Tuesday! Why’s that, you ask? Because of all of the book releases! This week, hitting shelves will be books from authors James Patterson, Chelsea Cain, W.E.B. Griffin, Christina Dodd and the pseudonymous Richard Castle.
Keep reading to find out all of the details on all of these new book releases… (more…)
Order of Laurie R. King Books
Laurie R. King is an American novelist of detective fiction. Her two series include a mystery series featuring Mary Russell, an apprentice/partner of Sherlock Holmes and a contemporary series featuring San Francisco cop Kate Martinelli. She also has written several standalone novels. (more…)
“Doctor Sleep” To Be Released Sometime in 2013
Written by Jenny Brady on Monday, August 6th, 2012The much-anticipated sequel to Stephen King‘s The Shining, Doctor Sleep has officially been given a 2013 release date. The book centers of Jack Torrance’s son Danny (now an adult). Many years have passed, but Danny is still haunted by his childhood traumas. (more…)
James Patterson Ends “Maximum Ride;” Starts New Series
Written by Jenny Brady on Monday, August 6th, 2012With the release of Nevermore, James Patterson has concluded his eight-book long Maximum Ride YA fantasy series. Nevermore‘s cover includes an “RIP” stick on the cover to make it 100% clear to readers that this is the end.
“I know some kids are going to be crying at the end,” Patterson said. “But it’s over,” following up with a spoiler, (more…)
Christian Bale To Star in “The Creed Of Violence?”
Written by Jenny Brady on Monday, August 6th, 2012Christian “I’m Batman” Bale appears to be in talks to star in the upcoming film adaptation of Boston Teran‘s The Creed of Violence, which will be directed by Todd Fields. (more…)