A Lovely Review to Share 🙂
A Lovely Review to Share 🙂
This review from @gailforcereads gets it! Writing is such an extended act of solitude, it feels amazing when the work connects, like you can finally breathe out. Enjoy her writing — and the lovely photo of her cat (like Arshile).
This book was wonderful. I flew through it in 2 sittings & couldn’t get enough as I was always wondering what crazy thing was coming next!
The visuals that this book gave me were insane! 😍
The characters are larger than life, some literally 👀🤭 My fav was always going to be Arshile (for obvious reasons) 👀🐱 but Lutwidges little rhymes made me smile throughout!
Also, can we get a Kippenbergers Kanteen is real life because I’d be the first in line! if they can’t make it you don’t need it!
The social element around the CC & the magician was very well done & almost feels a little hidden at times but it does make you stop & think, especially during current times!
Overall it was a crazy whimsical journey & I’m not sure I have the words to explain it because it really was a wild ride! Even though it did all make sense in the end 👀
If you need a fun little escape (literally) then please pick this up!
Incredible Book Review to Share
Incredible Book Review to Share
I love this review for And It All Makes Sense in the End by @bookwormwhitlock86 on Instagram!! Enjoy the thoughtful feedback.
I must admit that this is not the type of book that I would normally read being more of a crime, thriller or horror reader but when it mentioned ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ in the synopsis and with the extremely eye catching cover I just had to give it a try and I am glad that I did as I really enjoyed it!!! If this isn’t the sort of book you would pick up then don’t let that out you off, expand your literature genres and grab your copy today!!! It is definitely unique and most definitely whimsical!!! With this book being just 176 pages I would probably class it as more of a novella personally and I ended up reading it in a few short hours. Adam has split the book in to 3 acts which is a bit of a mixed bad really. I personally don’t mind when books are split like this but I also like to have chapters where you can read up to if you need to take a break but there is not any in this book just the three acts. The first two are quite short with the first being just 29 pages long and the second being a bit longer and 48 pages but the third act is then 87 pages long. In this book Adam transports his readers next to twins Mariah and Zooey who go for a hike with their Grandfather not long after discovering a strange book in his attic. On the hike their Grandad recalls his past to them. When their Grandad takes a rest the twins go ahead for a while and discover a cave. When they exit the other side they are transported into a whole new world where they discover animals behaving, walking, talking and walking like humans as well as several strange creatures. They meet new friends and head to Crescent City but when they get there they don’t get the welcome they were hoping for and are treated more like terrorists. With dogs hunting them and a reward for their capture what will happen to Mariah, Zooey and their new friends Lutwidge, Arshile, Dahl and Matta? Well to find out more you will just have to grab your copy of this vibrant, unique and chaotic book today.
With a storyline packed with fantasy, creatures, chaos, drama, action and more what are you waiting for? If you love ‘The Wizard Of Oz’, ‘Alice In Wonderland’ and ‘Charlie And The Chocolate Factory’, fantasy and anything strange and unique you will thoroughly enjoy this!! Adam must have an extremely artistic, imaginative and vivid imagination to come up with something this fantastically whimsical and I am very pleased that he did! I am definitely looking forward to seeing what other wonders he has created in his other books. I enjoyed the ending which I was not expecting the little twist at the end which is nice to come across after reading hundreds of other books and losing the ease of which I used to be surprised with twists. i wont say any more about the storyline as I do not want to give anything away but i will say that Adam’s vivid, chaotic and evocative descriptions really does put you in the storyline where it will all come to life at each turn of the page. Grab your copy today and it will all make sense in the end!
Overall a perfect read for fans of fantasy, strangeness, the whimsical and the unique!
Local Author Series: April 15, 6pm
Local Author Series: April 15, 6pm
I’m excited to share I’m part of the Local Author Series at the Meriden Library. Come for a fun evening of conversation about art and life and And It All Makes Sense in the End.
Tuesday, April 15, 6pm
Ahh, Youth
AHH, YOUTH
I’ve been playing so much guitar of late, it’s been pushing drawing and writing off my plate. Funny how real opportunity cost feels as I get older. Time feels abundant as a youth.
Anywho, here’s an old drawing I found in my files. It’s good to be young!
Back soon.
This long COVID winter…
This long COVID winter…
… has been a beast: filled with hard times for so many, me included.
I was forced to make some changes—all for the better, in truth—and though the uncertainty was troubling while everything was in flux, I’m happy to have made it through.
I suppose we all know the feeling. Everyone gets their turn in the crucible. Powerlessness, disappointment. All the Buddhist books I read and podcasts I listened to couldn’t take the feeling away. But they did give me permission to sit with it. To find space in the discomfort to breathe. Which is a lot in a moment of contraction.
On the creative front, I did complete another pass at my novel-in-process. So all was not lost. At 52,000+ words, it’s a heavy lift. I believe it will take another draft, or two. Gonna set it aside for a spell, come back to it with fresh eyes. Though I’d love to be done, it’s not a race.
For the moment, I’m delighting in electric guitar. Amazing how much pleasure a $90 warped neck axe can give. Woo!
I hope you’re doing well, too. Or at least the best you can. Spring is here. Thanks for checking in. Back with another note soon…
Independent Publishers of New England
INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS OF NEW ENGLAND
I’m excited to share that I was recently recognized by the Independent Publishers of New England and will receive one of their grants. Hurray!!
IPNE is a wonderful organization.
Check ’em out!
Simple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures
The older I get, the more I appreciate the simple things.
Seen here on a sunny February day, our dog goes for a ride and sticks her head out the window.
All I can think is how great it feels to make this happen for her.
Taos, New Mexico
Taos, New Mexico
Taos, New Mexico holds a special place in my heart. The landscape is mind-boggling. The history is complex, multi-cultural, troubling, caring, and rich in lessons for us all. The people are amazing.
I love, love, love it there.
So I thought to share this photo taken on a quiet snowy morning on the Taos Pueblo. To remind me of this place I love.
Electric Guitar In My Life
Electric Guitar In My Life
It’s been a minute since my last post. Lots happening, of course.
I’m hard at work on my next book. It’s a doozy. So it may take a year or two before it’s ready to share. Hang with me.
In the meantime, I’m strumming this electic guitar when I need a break. So much fun.
My fingers hurt. Wack buzzy sounds in every direction. And the occasional clean progression that rings true, too.
Being a beginner again is the best. It’s slow. It’s clunky and ham-fisted. But the gains are many. And, you know, learning feels good.
Back from China — Big City Lights
Back from three amazing weeks in China.
It was my first trip and I’m excited to visit again.
Truly amazing.