Have you ever manipulated anyone? Or used your charm to get what you want? Or rationalized bad behavior? Chances are, even if you don't want to admit it, the answer is yes, which means that you, too, exhibit slightly sociopathic tendencies. The idea that everyone can relate to a sociopath is the undercurrent of Confessions of a Sociopath by M.E. Thomas. Thomas, a … [Read more...]
Ice-T’s Memoir Offers Breathtaking Honesty
Chances are, when you hear the name Ice-T, one of two images comes to mind: 'Cop killer' or 'Odafin Tutuola. What probably doesn't come to mind is a guy who was on the high school gymnastics team that hated stealing with a passion. That's because over the past 20 years, the Original Gangster (given name, Tracy Marrow) has built a tough-guy reputation and catapulted himself into … [Read more...]
Washing Cars & Wasting Time (Book Review)
If you're looking for a book that will make you laugh, then search no further. Washing Cars & Wasting Time by John C. Oliva is a hilarious memoir about one man's reflections on growing up and working in his family's car washing business. From mishaps to crazy customers, Oliva paints a vivid picture that everyone will enjoy. As I have done my time in retail, I thoroughly … [Read more...]
‘Seriously’ Isn’t That Serious
I've always considered Ellen DeGeneres to be one of the funniest people alive. I admire her spunk and courage, not to mention was she a great Dory. Her comedic timing is fantastic, her talk show is great, and back in the day she had a sitcom in which she owned a bookstore, which makes me feel a bit of triumph on behalf of readers everywhere. So when I needed a an audiobook to … [Read more...]
Etched in Sand by Regina Calcaterra
Update: I read that this book sold out on Amazon within 4 days and had to be replenished! I don't even know where to start. This book is just that powerful. I've been putting off writing this review because I was trying to figure out how to put into words the impact it had on me and I've finally realized that I'm speechless. Absolutely speechless. And we all … [Read more...]