brilliant.

There will never be a writer quite like J. G. Ballard (a British science fiction writer, for those who live under a rock) ever again in all the land. R.I.P. my friend, you rock worlds.

Naturally, a complete collection of his works is a must-have for any fan. "The Complete Stories of J. G. Ballard" is a book that you will cherish forever. Filled with his 98 of his most original and haunting tales, from the 50's to the 90's.

Whether you have always loved the works of J.G. Ballard, or you are just getting into him for the first time, you will without a doubt ADORE "The Complete Stories of J.G. Ballard."

the nations most popular sport.

Brian Billick (with help from Michael MacCambridge) give us a great overview of the NFL, both on and off the field, in the new (Super Bowl-winning coach approved) book, "More Than A Game." This book is for the serious, fantasy league, honk if you LOVE football types, as well as those of us who enjoy to casually watch football. (GO BILLS, no?)

We all know the deal of what happens on the field, it's the off the field action that gets left out of the big screen. This book includes the front office work, as well as back office, and let me tell you, it takes a lot to put this sport in action.

"More Than A Game" HAS IT ALL.

digi-novel.

Alright, I have to be honest, "Level 26: Dark Origins" by Anthony Zuiker was a bit graphic AND scary for my taste. Most of you enjoy being scared to death, so you go a head and grab a copy of this. Those of us who are a tad faint of heart, beware. You will not go outside alone for about a month.

Other raters where indifferent about this book. Some enjoyed it, some thought the plot was crap. I for one, simply do not like torturous, graphic murders. My imagination is too wild on it's own, I do not need those pictures pasted into my head.

If you like CSI, if you like to be scared...no, terrified, and if you are a serial killer. Please read this book. Oh, and there's a website that goes along with it. Very unique, and we support individuality, now don't we?

**** FOUR STARS ALL AROUND.

History, exciting? Only author Michael Meyer could take a story about the fall of the Berlin Wall, and make it so thrilling, I could not put it down. "The Year That Changed the World" is absolutely phenomenal.

President Reagan's "Mr. Grobachev, tear down this wall!" exhortation when visiting Berlin in 1987 has long been cited as the call that brought the Cold War to an end. Not only was the book a pleasure to read, but I actually felt like I took something away from it. This untold story is an excellent background on the fall of European Communism.

I will let our historian Meyer tell you the rest!

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BOOK CLUBS WILL LOVE.

Marie Mutsuki Mockett's first novel "Picking Bones from Ash" is absolutely delightful. She takes us through over 50 years of Japanese culture, teaching us about the beautiful traditions while keeping us intrigued with the mystery of the story. The novel is told from multiple characters perspectives, which is personally my favorite style.

There is more to being Japanese than your last name, it is a lovely culture filled with traditions and family values. Join Satomi and her family, on a wild ride of suspense and love that is lost, and discover whether or not that love can be found again.

Be prepared to get lost in her world.

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war....what is it good for.

In "The Box from Braunau" author Jan Elvin tells her father Bill's incredible life story from start to finish. She begins with his early life as a Scottish immigrants, then transitions to his war experiences, return to civilian life and progression into old age.

Elvin focuses on war, slave labor and survival going along with World War II and the Nazi concentration camps. She shares her families personal struggle with life after the terrible war, including her fathers Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This book is filled with her fathers letters and journals during the war, and is extremely fascinating.

You cannot help but be captivated by this story.

sparks new book to movie!

Would you like to know what I love about Nicholas Sparks novels? Yes? Alright, I'll tell you: Things are never what they appear to be. He usually gives us a little hint, a tiny bit of foreshadowing, but usually, readers are surprised.

"The Last Song" was a breathe of fresh air. Sparks last few novels have been a sort of let down for me. I just adored Ronnie as our main character. A seventeen year old wild child, with a conscience. Even though I am twenty-four, I can relate to a teeny bopper character more than one in their thirties or forties. It has a bit of "The Notebook" themes, but is entirely different as well.

Ronnie is forced to live in North Carolina for the entire summer, with her crafty (but cute) ten year old brother, and her father who bounced out on her family. She hasn't spoken to him in THREE years. But of course, things are not what they seem. Reading as this young woman falls in love, learns to forgive and changes lives...it's beautiful. Really. You won't be disappointed!