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Ebook Costs and Pricing, Part II: The Pricing

Publishers and resellers need to consider the value of books to the readers. Continue reading →

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Ebook Review: The Pillars of the Earth

Ebook FAIL. Continue reading →

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The Atheist’s Guide to Christmas

Remarkable reading for the holidays! Continue reading →

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The $49 Kindle

This should be a freebie. My review of the 6" Kindle. Although I liked the packaging, I could burn a $50 bill and get more satisfaction for money spent. Continue reading →

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Lingering at the Crossroads

On the profundity of book quotes. A look at how some highlighted passages in a recent read apply to the current situation in my life. Continue reading →

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On Heavy-Handed Writing

When the author's voice is so loud it distracts you from the story. Here's an example with my critique and more. Continue reading →

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Clive Cussler Doesn’t Know Much about Helicopters

Apparently, even best-selling authors can't be bothered to do their homework. Helicopters really aren't very fast. Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Goldfinch

A long and winding, beautifully written book with numerous disturbing story lines. I recommend it if you like well-written prose and you don't mind a dark story with a brighter ending. Continue reading →

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Art History Book Mystery Partially Solved

So that's why they sent me a copy! I finally learn why I may have received a beautiful 1240-page art history book in the mail last spring. Continue reading →

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The Little Prince

A classic children's book full of ageless wisdom. You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed. Continue reading →

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