First, a plug... Shortly after my reviews of Codename: Sailor V and Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon were published, I was invited by Scott Spaziani of Otaku in Review to participate in a podcast about the series. And here is the result! It was my first time ever on a podcast, and nerves made me babble a bit, but all in all it turned out pretty well. (My bit starts around … [Read more...] about Some Sailor Moon Links!
I Am Not a Serial Killer by Dan Wells
From the back cover: John Wayne Cleaver is dangerous, and he knows it. He's spent his life doing his best not to live up to his potential. He's obsessed with serial killers but really doesn't want to become one. So for his own sake, and the safety of those around him, he lives by rigid rules he's written for himself, practicing normal life as if it were a private religion … [Read more...] about I Am Not a Serial Killer by Dan Wells
Winter by John Marsden
From the back cover: For twelve years, Winter has been haunted. Her memories will not leave her alone. There are secrets she does not remember—but needs to know. The time has come for her to go back home. Every journey starts with a single step. But sometimes if you want to step into the future, you must first step into the past... Review: After reading Checkers, So … [Read more...] about Winter by John Marsden
Nancy Drew: The New Case Files, Vols. 1-2
By Stefan Petrucha, Sarah Kinney, and Sho Murase | Published by Papercutz You might wonder why I read a couple of Nancy Drew graphic novels, but when I tell you that these volumes comprise parts one and two of an arc called “Vampire Slayer,” perhaps you will understand. It was the unlikely union of Nancy Drew and Buffy—and yes, said show is specifically referenced in the … [Read more...] about Nancy Drew: The New Case Files, Vols. 1-2
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight, Vol. 8
By Joss Whedon, et al. | Published by Dark Horse Because I've spent so much time and energy in the attempt to quantify why and how Season Eight lost me, I find myself sorely tempted to dismiss this final volume with a simple “meh,” but I suppose I can summon one more burst of effort. This volume comprises the last five issues of Season Eight (#36-40) and also includes a … [Read more...] about Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight, Vol. 8