Repeat freebies:
- Conspiracy of Silence (K)
- Spirit Horses (K)
Today's Kindle Deal of the Day is 20 great novels that inspired movies, all on sale for $0.99 apiece. Be sure to check your library, as I noticed I had older editions of at least a couple of these already on Kindle, but it didn't show up on the product detail pages (same publisher, different ASIN, so apparently they replaced the editions, rather than updating those who had purchased earlier).Deal Description
Explore the connection between classic books and the popular films they inspired. From Richard Matheson's I Am Legend to W.P. Kinsella's Shoeless Joe--filmed as Field of Dreams--this collection presents some of the most memorable books made into movies.
- Slaughterhouse-Five, by Kurt Vonnegut
- Wizard's First Rule, by Terry Goodkind
- Fuzz (87th Precinct) , by Ed McBain
- The Day of the Triffids, by John Wyndham
- I Am Legend, by Richard Matheson
- To Dance with the White Dog: A Novel of Life, Loss, Mystery and Hope , by Terry Kay
- Shoeless Joe, by W. P. Kinsella
- Who Goes There?, by John W. Campbell
- Girl in Hyacinth Blue, by Susan Vreeland
- The Midwich Cuckoos, by John W. Campbell
- Red Alert, by Peter Bryant
- The Sand Pebbles, by Richard McKenna
- Friday the Rabbi Slept Late, by Harry Kemelman
- Midnight Cowboy, by James Leo Herlihy
- In the Heat of the Night, by John Ball
- Make Room! Make Room!, by Harry Harrison
- Bang the Drum Slowly, by Mark Harris
- The Asphalt Jungle, by W. R. Burnett
- An American Tragedy, by Theodore Dreiser
- The Brave Cowboy, by Edward Abbey
Love, Sex, Death and Words ($1.60 / £0.99 UK), by John Sutherland and Stephen Fender, is the Kindle Deal of the day for those in the UK (the US edition is $9.39).Book Description
Love, sex, death, boredom, ecstasy, existential angst, political upheaval – the history of literature offers a rich and varied exploration of the human condition across the centuries.In this absorbing companion to literature’s rich past, arranged by days of the year, acclaimed critics and friends John Sutherland and Stephen Fender turn up the most inspiring, enlightening, surprising and curious artefacts literature has to offer.Why did 16 June 1904 matter so much to James Joyce? Which great literary love affair was brought to a tragic end on 11 February 1963? And why did Roy Campbell punch Stephen Spender on the nose on 14 April 1949? Love, Sex, Death and Words provides an unrivalled, sumptuous voyage through the highs and lows of literature’s bejewelled past.
Every Day Is Mother's Day ($6.39 Kindle, $0.99 B&N), by Darrin Zeer and Katy Dockrill, is the Nook Daily Find.Book Description
Every Day Is Mother's Day is the ultimate tribute to the most important woman in everyone's life. This charmingillustrated volume offers mom dozens of ways to unwind from the stresses of her day and helpful tips for a more harmonious household. Relaxation expert Darrin Zeer customizes his signature massage, meditation, and pampering techniques for busy women to be enjoyed at home, in the office, or even while driving the kids to soccer practice. Throughout, delightful quotes from kids of all ages express in so many ways what each of us wants to say on Mother's Day and every day: "Thanks, Mom, I love you!"
The Mommy Book ($6.99 Kindle, $2.99 B&N), by Todd Parr, is the Nook Daily Find for Families.Book Description
With his trademark, child-like art, Todd Parr celebrates mothers, whether they drive a minivan or a motorcycle or work in a big building or at home. Full color.
Soulless ($0.99 Kindle, KoboBook Description
Alexia Tarabotti is laboring under a great many social tribulations. First, she has no soul. Second, she's a spinster whose father is both Italian and dead. Third, she was rudely attacked by a vampire, breaking all standards of social etiquette.
Where to go from there? From bad to worse apparently, for Alexia accidentally kills the vampire -- and then the appalling Lord Maccon (loud, messy, gorgeous, and werewolf) is sent by Queen Victoria to investigate.
With unexpected vampires appearing and expected vampires disappearing, everyone seems to believe Alexia responsible. Can she figure out what is actually happening to London's high society? Will her soulless ability to negate supernatural powers prove useful or just plain embarrassing? Finally, who is the real enemy, and do they have treacle tart?
SOULLESS is a comedy of manners set in Victorian London: full of werewolves, vampires, dirigibles, and tea-drinking.
