by Yen Cabag |
Many bookworms tend to share a contempt for movie adaptations, which is usually understandable. “That’s not in the book!” and “They changed a very critical part!” are common refrains that frustrate the most avid reader. However, there are some exceptions where...
by Yen Cabag
If you are one of the millions of readers who totally devoured The Hunger Games trilogy, you may feel like you’re hard-pressed to find another series as addicting or as thrilling. After all, it’s not everyday you find a dystopian story with a reality TV facet...
by Yen Cabag
Feeling in a funk? Nothing can stir up your passions more than a good book featuring strong characters, particularly those who are real flesh and blood. If you are a woman, reading books about strong women can definitely serve as an excellent source of...
by Yen Cabag
An understatement is a figure of speech that intentionally presents something as being less significant or less of a big deal than it actually is. For example, if you are undergoing an extremely difficult time with a divorce, losing your job, and dealing with...
by Yen Cabag
The problems and everyday issues of the world can really get our spirits down. An ancient proverb says, “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.” The good news is that it doesn’t take grand gestures to make...