We're thrilled to announce that this year's Merton Big Read is Brooklyn by Colm Tóibín. The Big Merton Read is a shared reading scheme, run in partnership with Merton Libraries and funded by Arts Council England, which aims to connect the local community through books and stories. Winner of the 2009 Costa Novel Award, Brooklyn quickly became an international bestseller, garnering huge critical acclaim. The film adaptation, starring Saoirse Ronan, was nominated for three Oscars. Long Island- Tóibín’s much-anticipated sequel to Brooklyn- was recently published to rave reviews. We're delighted that Colm will also be joining us for an event later in the year -watch this space for more details. Five hundred copies of the book will be available through libraries and community groups across Merton, so be sure to pick up your copy and get reading. And when you're done, pass it on -share your copy with your friends, family, neighbors- we want the whole community to get involved! #MertonLibraries #Artistsworkinlibraries #LetsCreate
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Introducing TEXAS Web Series– a thought-provoking narrative that delves into the complexities of nationalism, geopolitics, and control. Each episode is a captivating exploration, challenging the norms through satirical and absurdist lenses. Subscribe to our channel for the series premiere on March 15th and join us in unraveling the layers of TEXAS. #TexasSeries #KybeleFilms #NarrativeInnovation #GeopoliticalDrama"
Excited to announce the release of our 11-episode experimental drama web series, TEXAS, after two years in the making. This unique series unfolds as a geopolitical satire, revealing the rumination of a captured American diplomat awaiting his execution in an unnamed Middle Eastern nation. From his prison room, he undertakes the dismantling of the American empire. TEXAS is an adaptation of Claudio Gaudio’s 2012 novel of the same title, presented through narration and montage editing, directed and edited by talented Oleksiy Buyanov and composed by award-winning jazz musician and composer Richard Underhill Subscribe to our channel to catch the first episode on March 15th and please share! Credits: Directed by Oleksiy Buyanov https://lnkd.in/gUT4Uh3A Written and Narrated by Claudio Gaudio https://claudiogaudio.com/ Produced by Sibel Guvenc, Kybele Films Inc. http://kybelefilms.com/ Associate Producer Andressa Back https://lnkd.in/gqHNzivF Music Composed by Richard Underhill https://lnkd.in/gbjbiaQb Editing and Sound by Oleksiy Buyanov #TexasSeries #politicalsatire #webseries #experimental #literature #adaptation #philosophy
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Before you read the upcoming 5th novel in the series, make sure you have read #4. IT WAS A DOOZY!
Teaser for House of Duquesne novel
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Simplicity Of late I have been contemplating the ability to simplify writing. As an author we strive to condense the meaning of a sentence to portray the moment as accurately as possible. Combining inner thought, scenery and emotion without lengthy exposition. Our time constraints are unlimited because pages are limitless. The movie script writer must be more concise and create a novel in two hours on screen. With the help of video, they work in an entirely different mindset from the novelist. Inner thoughts can be portrayed in dream sequences, the camara can fill in the scenery but the dialogue must be precise to connect the plot with the other facets of creation bringing the audience into the realm of the novelist intention for the story. My conclusion is the song writer is top of the field when it comes to consolidating a story. In three to five minutes these brilliant composers can tell a complete story and do it with musical accompaniment. I believe brevity and solid content lie somewhere between the three professions. The totally brilliant artist would be a person accomplished in all three categories. In summery I have decided that the folk singer is the best writer of all. Enjoy this example. Charles Glenn https://lnkd.in/gsRvRMhg https://lnkd.in/gKbp7rVE
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FIVE-STAR AWARD-WINNING SCI-FI DYSTOPIAN BOOK SERIES READY TO BECOME A FILM SERIES NOW, OPTION and Read about the SuperPower film series. https://lnkd.in/eSDHrqb6 Buy the entire series from Amazon: Amazon.com: SuperPower: The Ability to Fly or to Become Invisible: https://lnkd.in/ekvHuGnk PLEASE BUY THE SERIES TODAY! The SuperPower book series is available in eBook and softcover from Amazon, Google Play (eBook and audiobook), B&N, Kobo, Target, Walmart, and 100s of local bookstores. Film/ Book Trailer https://lnkd.in/eY4C-YSA *********************************************************** IF YOU HAD ONE SUPERPOWER, WOULD IT BE TO FLY OR TO BECOME INVISIBLE? SuperPower: The Ability to Fly or to Become Invisible: The Deal of the Art (Book #1): In this thrilling setup, regular people discover that they have the SuperPower to either fly or become invisible. They team up with Professor Steele and his associate, the FA-King, to pull off the world’s largest one-night $3.5B heist of major art museums in New York City, London, and Paris. DODGE (The Department of Defense Genetically Engineered) Initiative vs. the Golden Eagle Organization. The stakes are high as these SuperPower individuals aim to steal from prestigious art museums, and the tension builds as the two organizations clash. SuperPower: The Ability to Fly or to Become Invisible: The Next Generation (Book #2): Twenty years after Professor Steele’s heist, the twin sons of Diego and Carmen Martin take over the DODGE Initiative. Elijah Moses Jr. and the Professor’s two nephews lead their respective organizations. Both groups recruit SuperPower individuals for missions worldwide—some for riches, others for glory, and a few for humanitarian reasons. Every SuperPower individual has acquired an additional SuperPower besides flying or becoming invisible. The battle between SuperPower vs. SuperPower unfolds, with twists, turns, ending in a final air battle that depends on everyone’s abilities. SuperPower: The Ability to Fly or to Become Invisible: Golden Eagle Has Yielded (Book #3): -Delving deep into the clandestine and turbulent world beneath the facade of power, this book explores the aftermath of past events into the ongoing conflict between SuperPower factions. -The Golden Eagle Organization faces its most critical challenges yet, and the stakes have never been higher. -The Steele twins, Rocky and Apollo fall madly in love with the gorgeous SuperModel Myrena Gorgona who despises rejection and lies. -Secrets, alliances, and SuperPower abilities collide in a thrilling conclusion to the series. Roger E. Pedersen has created a compelling story series with unique characters, combining elements of science fiction, action, and intrigue. If you’re a fan of dystopian settings, SuperPower abilities, and high-stakes heists, this series is worth checking out!
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The Three Investigators Series by Robert Arthur
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The Launch of a Global Phenomenon Welcome to the World of Britfield: One of the most awarded books in fiction, the Britfield & the Lost Crown series is transforming literature and education while bringing encouragement and entertainment to children and families worldwide. With the first of seven Britfield movies in pre-production, the Theatrical Play (April 2024), and the Global Book Tours (2024-26), it is estimated that Britfield will surpass the C. S. Lewis and Tolkien series in worldwide sales and impact. The first live-action Britfield movie is projected to become one of the highest grossing films in cinematic history. https://lnkd.in/gXwTtD6q
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Where did many of the tropes and genres of today's #scifi #fiction come from? Turns out, many from the pen of Gertrude Mabel Barrows Bennett (pen name Francis Stevens), as I learned from Lisa Yaszek in our discussion on the New Books Network! Listen to learn more!
Who was Gertrude Mabel Barrows Bennett (better known by her penname, Francis Stevens), and how did she become the mother of modern genre fiction? How did real world events including the discovery of radium, the development of infrared photography, and the induction of the first female yeoman into the US Navy inspire her storytelling? I share my thoughts on this matter with Dr. Miranda Melcher at New Books Network! https://lnkd.in/eUYEX5aX
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6moAmazing book, fantastic initiative.