The Book of Speculation

December 4, 2015December 4, 2015 / beckmank / 9 Comments

5/5 Stairs - A mysterious tale told through two separate narratives, Simon Watson struggles to discover his family's history before it's too late.

A (not) Monday Morning Pick-Me-Up, Christmas Music Style. Part two.

December 3, 2015December 3, 2015 / beckmank / 4 Comments

Christmas with the Beatles!

A Monday Morning Pick-Me-Up, Christmas Music Style. Part One.

November 30, 2015November 28, 2015 / beckmank / 5 Comments

This week features "It Snowed" by Meaghan Smith.

Goodreads Giveaway Alert!

November 27, 2015November 28, 2015 / beckmank / 8 Comments

My fellow US and Canada readers (sorry to all of my international friends!): I was just browsing the Goodreads giveaways, and saw two familiar titles up for grabs. I recently reviewed both of these, and thought you may be interested. Each book has 3 copies available and each giveaway closes 1 December. Good luck! The Corpse With … Continue reading Goodreads Giveaway Alert!

Happy Thanksgiving!

November 26, 2015 / beckmank / Leave a comment

To all my US friends, Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you all have a wonderful day filled with family and friends, laughter and love. And books. Always books. As my gift to you today, I present SNL's "Nikey Turkey" from 1990. My brother and I loved this parody featuring Chris Rock. For all you young kids out … Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving!