![]() ![]() He excelled in school and attended what is now the University of Ibadan, where he became fiercely critical of how Western literature depicted Africa. In the West, Achebe is often referred to as the "father of African literature", although he vigorously rejected the characterization.īorn in Ogidi, Colonial Nigeria, Achebe's childhood was influenced by both Igbo traditional culture and postcolonial Christianity. ![]() Along with Things Fall Apart, his No Longer at Ease (1960) and Arrow of God (1964) complete the so-called "African Trilogy" later novels include A Man of the People (1966) and Anthills of the Savannah (1987). His first novel and magnum opus, Things Fall Apart (1958), occupies a pivotal place in African literature and remains the most widely studied, translated, and read African novel. Chinua Achebe ( / ˈ tʃ ɪ n w ɑː ə ˈ tʃ ɛ b eɪ/ ( listen) born Albert Chinụalụmọgụ Achebe 16 November 1930 – 21 March 2013) was a Nigerian novelist, poet, and critic who is regarded as a central figure of modern African literature. ![]()
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![]() ![]() What was the inspiration-what led you to write about Asperger’s? (And please tell us a little something about Asperger’s…I actually had to google it!) And the hope that if we could all get inside each other's heads, maybe we could understand each other better. And draw attention to the senselessness of it. I also wanted to pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in school shootings, like the Virginia Tech shootings in 2007. The longer answer is that I wanted people to understand what it's like to have Asperger's and have to navigate through tough issues, which are tough for all of us, but even harder for those with Asperger's. Here's the short answer: A girl with Asperger's must deal with the loss of her beloved brother, killed in a school shooting. Please tell us about your forthcoming novel, MOCKINGBIRD. I’m absolutely ecstatic to kick it off with an interview with Kathryn Erskine, author of IBHUBESI: THE LION, QUAKING, and the forthcoming MOCKINGBIRD (due out from Philomel on April 15, 2010). Soooo, I’m going to begin featuring interviews with fellow writers on my own blog. I’ve been featured on enough reviewer’s and writer’s blogs lately that I thought it was time to return the favor. I’ve been astounded-really, astounded by how incredibly welcoming the writing and book blogging communities are. ![]() ![]() ![]() She was strongly influenced by Grimms' Fairy Tales and Charles Perrault's work, as well as local folklore and Norse mythology. Both families had turbulent histories and a tradition of strong women, kitchen gardening, storytelling, folklore and cookery. Her first language was French, which caused divisions between her English family, where nobody spoke French, and her French family, where nobody spoke English. Both of her parents were teachers of modern languages and literature at a local grammar school. ![]() Harris was born in Barnsley, Yorkshire, to an English father and a French mother. Joanne Michèle Sylvie Harris OBE FRSL (born 3 July 1964) is an English-French author, best known for her novel Chocolat (1999), which was adapted the following year for the film Chocolat. Recorded December 2011 from the BBC Radio 4 programme Woman's Hour ![]() ![]() ![]() But instead of capturing him, the Malory siblings wind up as his " guests" on a ship sailing away from England. Then an intriguing stranger leads her and her older brother Jeremy to her mysterious abductor. More interested in revenge than in finding a husband during her first London Season, Jack is furious that her father left her behind. James figured out who masterminded the dastardly plot and is leading a fleet of ships to the West Indies to deliver some Malory-style retribution. For the first time, James Malory and his Anderson in-laws agree on something: It's payback time for the culprit who kidnapped James and Georgina's beloved daughter Jack from her American debutante party and whisked her away to the Caribbean, no matter that she escaped unscathed. #1 New York Times bestselling author Johanna Lindsey now reveals the tempestuous story of Jacqueline Malory whose furious desire for revenge leads to a confrontation with the handsome pirate who abducted her-and sparks a much steamier kind of desire. Genres: Historical Romance, Nautical, Regency Era Published by Pocket Books on January 30, 2018 Also in this series: That Perfect Someone, Love Only Once, Tender Rebel, Gentle Rogue, The Magic of You, Say You Love Me, The Present ![]() ![]() ![]() As she works against the forces intent on destroying her loved ones, she can’t know that her actions will have ramifications for generations to come. ![]() ![]() Yet when the Nazis come for her friends, Estelle doesn’t hesitate to help those she holds dear, no matter the cost. Paris, 1942 : The Germans may occupy the City of Lights, but glamorous Estelle Allard flourishes in a world separate from the hardships of war. Together they attempt to uncover the truths concealed within the apartment’s walls. One obscure painting leads her to Gabriel Seymour, a highly respected art restorer with his own mysterious past. 2017, London : When Aurelia Leclaire inherits an opulent Paris apartment, she is shocked to discover her grandmother’s hidden secrets-including a treasure trove of famous art and couture gowns. This heart-wrenching novel about family and war unearths generations of secrets and sacrifices-perfect for fans of The Paris Orphan and The Lost Girls of Paris. ![]() ![]() ![]() As a 14+ year beaches resident, Karen is dialed in to all the area neighborhoods, schools, beach clubs, and community activities and is also a Nocatee Certified Agent. Working as a Realtor has been incredibly rewarding for Karen as it combines all her past work experience and interests in finance, photography, and consulting. Her happiest moments as a photographer were spent with charitable groups such as Golf Fights Cancer, the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, The Jim & Tabitha Furyk Foundation, and many other local schools and nonprofits. ![]() Upon graduation, she worked as a financial analyst and a corporate trainer.Īfter moving to Ponte Vedra Beach in 2005, Karen dedicated her time to raising her children while working as a professional photographer before becoming a Realtor. and understanding the underlying causes of your thoughts, feelings, and actions. She attended Ursuline Academy then went on to Texas A&M University and l’Université de Paris La Sorbonne graduating with degrees in Economics, International Business, and French. Karen Tyrrell, Marriage & Family Therapist, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101. ![]() Karen Tyrrell was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. ![]() ![]() Rocker Tucker White saved down-and-out waitress Cass Daniels from everyone in her life who was hurting her-except herself. The romantic and poignant second novel in the stunning trilogy by a New York Times bestselling author about a down-and-out waitress who’s swept off her feet by a rock star. And he’s determined to find out what it is-if only he can get her to open up and let him in. From the moment they meet, Tucker sees something in Cass he just can’t shake. ![]() Tall, tattooed, and bad-ass gorgeous, he’s the lead singer of the rock band Damaged. His name is Tucker White, and he’s different from any man Cass has ever known. ![]() Cass has learned to accept her lot in life. Maybe that’s why she puts up with Jackson-her poor excuse for a boyfriend, who treats her like dirt. ![]() Not if you live in a trailer with your mom, work at a greasy spoon diner, and get leered at by old men. She knows that girls like her don’t get a happily ever after. Cass Daniels isn’t waiting for her knight in shining armor. First in a stunning new trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Teresa Mummert.A word-of-mouth bestseller that’s captivating readers with its honesty, grit, and headstrong heroine, White Trash Beautiful is a story for anyone who has ever felt trapped in life, cheated by love-and longed for something more. ![]() ![]() ![]() She might even start fooling herself a little. Lees Paper Princess A Novel door Erin Watt verkrijgbaar bij Rakuten Kobo. She’ll fool the paparazzi and the groupies. In return for enough money to put her brothers through college, she can endure outlandish Hollywood parties and carefully orchestrated Twitter exchanges. Posing as his girlfriend, Vaughn will overhaul Oakley’s image from troublemaker to serious artist. ![]() But with his home life disintegrating, his music well suddenly running dry and the tabloids having a field day over his outrageous exploits, Oakley needs to show the world he’s settling down-and who better to help him than Vaughn, a part-time waitress trying to help her family get by? The very definition of ordinary. ![]() This bad-boy pop star’s got Grammy awards, millions of fangirls and a reputation as a restless, too-charming troublemaker. Under ordinary circumstances, Oakley Ford and Vaughn Bennett would never even cross paths. ![]() ![]() Our picture-perfect screenplay seems sure to send us riding off onto Sunset Boulevard… Until Raven finds out that Comedy and Tragedy aren’t the only masks I’m wearing. While Raven pursues her passion for fashion I chase her heart. On set, she’s the costumer tasked with fitting my pants, but all I can think about is how to get into hers.Īs my - I mean, Liam’s - budding career begins to heat up, so do our feelings. ‘Liam’ and his talent with accents is enough to get myfoot in the door, but I never anticipated meeting the woman who has me more worried about keeping my foot out of my mouth.Įnter Raven Locke, the dark-haired bombshell who puts the ‘tude in tattooed. ![]() Pretend I’m someone I’m not-goodbye Will O’Connell of Cincinnati and hello Liam O’Connell of Dublin. So I devise a wild scheme to get noticed. Well, you know what they say: fake it till you make it. ![]() Now all I need is a chance.īut Los Angeles is full of hot, young hunks, and talent might not be enough to separate me from the cookie-cutter crowd. ![]() ![]() I’ve got everything it takes to make it in Tinseltown: confidence, charisma, and a killer chin. □□□ □□□□□□□□□ □□□□□□ is the debut solo novel from acclaimed, award-winning romance narrator, Joe Arden, is LIVE! A secret identity romance from the man with the secret identity! One-click yours now! ![]() ![]() ![]() I am a professional educator, and my passion is reaching out to young people to teach them how to use their imagination, fairy folklore, and anything they want to know about being an author. There are also plans for a second book in the Fairies series, which is set in Maui, Hawaii with sea sprites, mermaids, and the Hawaiian gnomes called menehunes! To learn more about Jill and her books, go to Presentation Description: She is currently working on a story called, Grotesque, with gargoyles that come to life. ![]() She works as a writing coach, tutor, and teaches small-group creative writing and mixed media art classes. Her greatest joy is to see the growth of writing skills in her students. Jill has been an educator for more than 16 years. ![]() Jill illustrated the beginning of every chapter and much of the story takes place along Turtle Creek, in Dallas, near her home. Her first book, The Fairies of Turtle Creek, is woven with the things she considers enrichments of life, like nature, science, art, folklore, and the history of the early 1900s. Her Capstone project is a program for teachers to practice in their classrooms, aiding children to deal with personal trauma through reading, writing, and art. She majored in Art at UCLA where she got her BA and went on to become a credentialed teacher, earning her Masters at SMU at age 54, focusing on creative writing. Born and raised in southern California, Jill moved to Dallas, Texas and was inspired to write. ![]() |