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A Series of Unfortunate Events | Season 1 | Netflix

I’ve just started streaming the series, A Series of Unfortunate Events (Season 1) on Netflix and I have to say it’s incredibly different. Although I’ve never read the books, I’m already hooked on its quirkiness and originality. For those of you who recall the original movie that starred Jim Carrey – I hear that it’s … Continue reading A Series of Unfortunate Events | Season 1 | Netflix →

Schindler’s List | 25th Anniversary | Movie Trailer

It’s incredible to think that it’s been 25 years since the groundbreaking movie, Schindler’s List, was released. I can still remember the Oscar buzz and the great response from the industry and audiences to this movie. It was more than a movie. It was a statement about how good can come from even the worst … Continue reading Schindler’s List | 25th Anniversary | Movie Trailer →

Happy Holidays Bookies

I know you’re busy right now, but here’s a quick suggestion for that last minute gift. This Christmas throw a few books under the tree. They’re the gifts that can be opened over and over and over again. I’ve heard that SUBWAY | PALLIATOPIA is incredibly original and gripping. Ebook and Paperback are both available … Continue reading Happy Holidays Bookies →

Falling Stars (Kyle Achilles 3) | Tim Tigner

Falling Stars (Kyle Achilles 3) | Tim Tigner Kindle Edition | 394 pages | Released 2 November 2017 TWO DISTRESSED HEROES. THREE DASTARDLY CRIMES. AND THE SLICKEST HEISTS OF ALL TIME. Imagine Bin Laden meets Bernie Madoff–and hold on for the ride. A mysterious summons lures Kyle Achilles to a midnight meeting that shocks the … Continue reading Falling Stars (Kyle Achilles 3) | Tim Tigner →

Mortal Engines | Movie Trailer

The Books Mortal Engines, the first book in the Predator Cities series, was released in 2001. It focusses on a futuristic (but Victorian-era) steampunk London. The story is in the period that follows a number of apocalyptic events that have resulted in the transformation of London (and I assume many other cities) into enormous machines … Continue reading Mortal Engines | Movie Trailer →

Special Offer on Time Square | The Shift

For no particular reason I’ve decided to offer TIME SQUARE | THE SHIFT for FREE from 18-22 October 2018. So, if you’ve been on the fence about getting a copy for yourself, now is your chance to head to the center of time. TAP the pic below to JUMP over to AMAZON to get your … Continue reading Special Offer on Time Square | The Shift →

The Lies of Spies (Kyle Achilles 2) | Tim Tigner

This is another great book from an author who has quickly become a favorite, whose books I now buy based on his name alone. Recommended for fans of thrilling intrigue, plot twists, and fabulous settings.

Queen | Bohemian Rhapsody | Movie Trailer

I have been a big fan of Queen for as long as I can remember. Their music transcends time, ages, and people. It has never aged and always sounds as brilliant when I hear it as it did all those years ago. I saw the stage production (not the band, the musical) at the London … Continue reading Queen | Bohemian Rhapsody | Movie Trailer →

Johnny English Strikes Again | Movie Trailer

Who in this world doesn’t like Rowan Atkinson? I hear silence. Well, I have some great news … there’s a new Johnny English movie on the way. In a world where we are bombarded with new superhero movies every week it’s nice to have a favorite (different type of hero) return to the big screen. … Continue reading Johnny English Strikes Again | Movie Trailer →

1984 | George Orwell

  1984 | George Orwell Kindle Edition | Dystopian 326 pages | First published 8 June 1949 ‘It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.’ Winston Smith works for the Ministry of truth in London, chief city of Airstrip One. Big Brother stares out from every poster, the Thought … Continue reading 1984 | George Orwell →