FICTION:
Fool on the Hill, By Matt Ruff
Grove/Atlantic, Inc., $12.00
Fool on the Hill is a fairytale for adults that follows writer Stephen Titus George (yes, that's S.T. George) in his quest of love and self-discovery. Written in the same vein as Tom Robbins, S.T. George, a modern day knight, must save Cornell University and the woman he loves from the forces of darkness. During his quest, he learns to capture his imagination and find the strength within himself to slay dragons and ultimately "re-write" his future. Chocked full of sprites, talking animals, and bohemians, this witty story shows us that we all have the power to change our destiny. It is a book will take you on a journey that you will not soon forget!
NON-FICTION:
BIRD BY BIRD: Some Instructions on Writing and Life, by Anne Lamont
Pantheon Books,
$23.00 (Hardback),
$12.95 (Paperback),
$17.95 (Audio)
This is a wonderful, humorous book where author Anne Lamott gives the reader an in-depth look into what it means to live the life of a writer. From A to Z she lays bare the doubts, triumphs and frustrations that come with making a living through the written word. And yet this book is more than just a dry dissertation on the hows and whys of writing. Ms Lamott allows much of her own sharp wit and observations of life creep into her prose and what comes out, in addition to an excellent step-by-step guide to writing, is a deeper understanding of Ms Lamott herself. Part biography, part instruction manual, and part self-help this book has something in it for everyone. Whether you are a writer, or just an admirer of writers, you will treasure this book.
