“Kingdom is a testament to the incredible hard work done by the writers, artists, colorists, and letterers whose work fill its pages. Shakespeare inspired them, but they leapt beyond that and created masterpieces entirely their own.” — Jenn Arledge, Founder of Arledge Comics. Continue reading “To Be Or Not To Be? With Arledge Comic’s New Shakespearean Anthology via @kleffnotes”
Kimitake, who was renamed by his father with the American name of Clyde was born in 1962, the exact same day that Marilyn Monroe died. His traumatic family life is compounded with jarring moments with friends. As he struggles to understand what is going on around him, he begins to fixate on his connection to Marilyn. Raphael Dweck, born on Yom Kippur, struggles with his own issues of otherness, which grow even worse during a forced trip to Israel. The paths of these characters might seem unlikely to cross, but eventually the streets of Hollywood bring them together. Continue reading “The Death of Baseball Book Review from @kleffnotes”
One drunken night an orphan with no idea of her past makes the dramatic choice of joining the crew of the infamous Captain Winters. While joining his crew disguised as a man is already a task, Winters’ ship is set out on a dangerous journey from which it and the crew may never return. The Isle of Gold is a thrilling read that blends together legends of the ocean with a story that will keep you enthralled. Continue reading “The Isle of Gold Book Review from @kleffnotes”
iZombie is back!! While I am excited to see new episodes, I’m going into this season sad to see it end. While typically I would do a specific recipe for the first episode of the season I’m doing things a little bit different this time. I have your snacking guide for the debut episode of Season Five and throughout the season I’ll be suggesting either pre-made food items or recipes you can try out for Brain Food. Enjoy! Continue reading “Fangirl Freakouts: iZombie S5 Brain Food Snack Guide from @kleffnotes”
Good Kisser had a sneak peek screening event at ClexaCon this year, but while I couldn’t attend in person I was lucky enough to be able to watch the movie after the convention. Release this month, Good Kisser focuses on Jenna who is struggling with anxiety and a desire to please her partner, Kate. Due to her feelings of insecurity she finds herself agreeing to take part in a three way with Kate and a woman named Mia. Over the course of one night secrets and lies are revealed, passions rise, and Jenna will have to decide what matters most to her. Continue reading “Good Kisser Movie Review ( @goodkissermovie )from @kleffnotes”
The Austin Paradox is the second book in Miracle Man series focused on genius, Dr. Robert James Austin. While his medical cures have saved millions a laboratory explosion has made him lose his extraordinary skills. This book focuses on his journey of self-discovery as he contends with forces that are acting against all of humanity. Continue reading “The Austin Paradox Book Review from @kleffnotes”
Mike Papantonio brings his real life experience as a lawyer to the pages of Law and Addiction. Besides being a writer, Papantonia is a senior partner of Levin Papantonio, which is one of the biggest plaintiffs’ law firms in America focused on Big Pharma, tobacco, and automotive cases. The firm is taking action against wholesale distributors and manufacturers of opioids. In his fictional work, Law and Addiction, his main character is also devoted to recovering the immense damages that have been caused by opioid distribution in West Virginia and Ohio. Continue reading “Law and Addiction Book Review from @kleffnotes”
Lord Gabriel Cecil, Earl of Cranborne had never given much thought to marriage, but when he sees how intimate and happy another man in his social circles is with his new bride he is suddenly fixated on the idea. At a wedding he becomes enamored of a young woman who is just about to near the age that she can make her debut in society. Vivian Stafford is not from a rich family, but she happens to be attending a wedding full of impressive members of Victorian society. From the moment she has a chance encounter with the dark and handsome Gabriel she is swept up in a new life full of learning experiences. Continue reading “Marriage Training @cleispress Book Review from @kleffnotes”
I had the opportunity to chat with debut author Medea Kalantar about her brand new book Honeycake: A Family of Spices. This picture book is a delightful family read full of heart. This book is just the first in a planned series of sweet reads. Continue reading “Interview with Medea Kalantar from @kleffnotes”
One of my favorite comics in this world is Lumberjanes, which might actually surprise some people. Typically I suggest a lot of darker and more mature reads, but this book is a fun and sweet tween read. All of the characters are technically within the tween age range, April even uses it in an argument with a sasquatch, which is not something you would see every day. At the Lumberjanes camp a group of five girls have been brought together as part of Roanoke cabin and their summer has been anything, but normal. Continue reading “Lumberjanes Comic Highlight from @kleffnotes”
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