The Woken Gods

Title:  The Woken Gods
Author:  Gwenda Bond
Genre:  Sci Fi & Fantasy
Publisher:  Angry Robot
Publish Date:  September 3, 2013
Pages:  Kindle edition:  384 pages
ISBN:  9781908844262
Obtained:  Review copy from Netgallery
Synopsis: *obtained from Netgallery*
Five years ago, the gods of ancient mythology awoke around the world.

This morning, Kyra Locke is late for school.

Seventeen-year-old Kyra lives in a transformed Washington, D.C., home to the embassies of divine pantheons and the mysterious Society of the Sun. But when rebellious Kyra encounters two trickster gods on her way back from school, one offering a threat and the other a warning, it turns out her life isn’t what it seems. She escapes with the aid of Osborne “Oz” Spencer, an intriguing Society field operative, only to discover that her scholar father has disappeared with a dangerous relic. The Society needs it, and they don’t care that she knows nothing about her father’s secrets.

Now Kyra must depend on her wits and the suspect help of scary gods, her estranged oracle mother, and, of course, Oz–whose first allegiance is to the Society. She has no choice if she’s going to recover the missing relic and save her father. And if she doesn’t? Well, that may just mean the end of the world as she knows it.

From the author of Blackwood comes a fresh, thrilling urban fantasy that will appeal to fans of Neil Gaiman, Cassandra Clare, and Rick Riordan.

Marvel 1602: Spider-Man

Title: Marvel 1602: Spider-Man
Author:  Jeff Parker
Illustrator: Ramon Rosanas
Genre:  Comics and Graphics
Publisher:  Marvel
Publish Date:  May 26 2010
Pages:  Hardcover:  120
ISBN:  978-0785146032
Obtained:  Bought from Newbury Comics
Synopsis:  *Obtained from Amazon* A return to the acclaimed universe created by Neil Gaiman and Andy Kubert kicks off as The Spider has reached manhood in the New World! The young nation has grown peacefully, but Norman Osbourne's treachery finds a way to spoil the peace and put Peter's life on a new course - back to Europe. Jeff Parker [Agents of Atlas] joins artist Ramon Rosanas to begin the final story of the 1602 saga! Collects Spider-Man 1602 #1-5.

Live To Write Another Day: A Survival Guide for Screenwriters and Creative Storytellers

Title:  Live To Write Another Day: A Survival Guide for Screenwriters and Creative Storytellers

Author:  Dean Orion

Genre:  Nonfiction

Publisher:  Sky Father Media

Publish Date:  April 11 2013

Pages:  Kindle edition: 204

ISBN:  9780989059312

Obtained:  Review copy from Netgallery

Synopsis: *Obtained from Netgallery*

Crafting a well-written story has always been a monumental task, even for the most talented of writers, and enduring the many harsh realities of doing it for a living can be equally painful.  Using a mix of practical techniques and common sense, “Live To Write Another Day, A Survival Guide for Screenwriters and Creative Storytellers,” demonstrates how writers can solve creative problems in their work and at the same time reduce the stress and anxiety that often comes along with the job.

The author, Dean Orion, draws on his more than 20 years as a “writer in the trenches” of the entertainment industry to explain how he has created original stories for theater, television, videogames and theme park experiences.  The book features a step-by-step walk thru of the process of creating original stories, both “on spec” and “for hire,” as well as helpful hands-on checklists at the end of each chapter, and an intriguing afterword about the future of storytelling.

Written in a conversational style, “Live To Write Another Day, A Survival Guide for Screenwriters and Creative Storytellers,” is both a tell-it-like-it-is approach to demystifying the nuts-and-bolts mechanics of storytelling and an inspirational, heartfelt primer on what it takes to be a professional creative writer.

Ex-mas

Title: Ex-mas

Author:  Kate Brian

Genre:  Young Adults

Publisher:  Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers

Publish Date:  October 6, 2009

Pages:  Kindle Edition: 224

ISBN:  978-1416991519

Obtained:  Bought from Amazon.

Synopsis: *Obtained from Amazon*

Seventeen-year-old Lila Beckwith's parents just left for vacation, and Lila's all set to throw the holiday party of the season. But when her Christmas-obsessed little brother, Cooper, discovers that global warming is melting the North Pole, he and his best friend, Tyler, take off on a runaway mission to save Santa.

Lila has to get Cooper safely home before her parents get back on Christmas Eve. But the only person who can help her is Tyler's older brother, Beau -- a.k.a. Lila's musician, anti-everything ex-boyfriend.

It'll take more than a Christmas miracle for Lila and Beau to overcome their differences and find their fugitive brothers. But could a journey destined for disaster help these polar opposites fall in love...all over again?

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic Volume 2

Title: My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic Volume 2

Author:  Heather Nuhfer

Genre:  Comics and Graphics

Publisher:  IDW Publishing

Publish Date:  September 24 2013

Pages:  Paperback:  104 pages

ISBN:  9781613777602

Obtained:  Review copy from Netgallery

Synopsis:  *Obtained from Netgallery*

Get ready for another unforgettable adventure in the land of Equestria!

Twilight Sparkle and gang are confronted with a perilous new danger in the form of a long-unseen enemy!

DC Super-Pets Character Encyclopedia

Title: DC Super-Pets Character Encyclopedia

Author: Steve Korte

Illustrator: Art Baltazar

Genre:  Comics and Graphics

Publisher:  Picture Window Books

Publish Date:  September 2, 2013

Pages:  128 paperback

ISBN:  9781404882973

Obtained:  Review copy from Netgallery

Synopsis:  *Obtained from Netgallery*

Every super hero needs a Super-Pet! This illustrated encyclopedia features in-depth profiles, stats, and history about the DC Super-Pets and their owners. From SUPERMAN'S loyal dog, KRYPTO, to BATMAN'S heroic hound, ACE, this guide to the Worlds Greatest Pets has more than 200 DC characters, including many never-before-seen pets, all illustrated in Art Baltazars Eisner Award-winning style! With an introduction by legendary creator Geoff Johns, the DC Super-Pets Character Encyclopedia is sure to please comic book lovers young and old.

Blowing the Dust Off

It's been awhile folks. For a while things had been busy. Personal growth, all that. But this post isn't about that. This post is to let everyone know that I will be returning to this blog. So expect reviews soon.