Books & Novels

Patrick Suskind's "Perfume" is a book that really "stinks." For one of the rare instances in literature, the author literally scribbles smells directly into the reader's head. But is the novel truly about murder, or more about how "normal" people are easily manipulated by an evil genius?

It was time to diversify my reading list. I went through with it. And I bring to you a selection of seven books by POC authors from across different countries.

Here are some short reviews of the books that I have been reading this autumn.

In today’s hub, I bring to you 5 amazing books which are absolute must-reads for dog lovers.

This article examines and describes the awards for children's literature and picture books. These awards are a helpful guide in choosing books for children.

Children love to cook and this delightful picture book about making a cake will engage young readers and inspire them to make their dreams come true. Making a cake together brings everyone together to create something delicious and encourages inclusivity.

I heard that Jesus had many houses up there, but when I looked there I couldn't look at something that looked blue as usual. Did he hide houses inside? Is Safiya watching me now? Did I tell him about her things that I hid so that she wouldn't find them and become more beautiful than me?

When I was born, that big house was always booming. Invited friends, relatives, staying with us. I knew later that I was gonna be there. They were staying with us as a charity.

Celebrate Halloween with your little ones by reading these 2 board books with trick-or-treating trucks, friends who stop by the witch's house, and more characters that we associate with Halloween like all of the black kitties.

Her first day at work was 15 years ago. Although she has stopped recording in her book now, and she is diving into her old bed, a woman, trying to warm her body from the extreme cold, she remembered it now.

this is the first publication anywhere...overview for chapter one. let me know what you think, unless you're mean. j/k. i need that as well, i'm sure.

When a young couple move into a new home, they do not know what to expect.

A book that is not as creepy as the tittle suggests.

So to solve your life that is full of confusion and productivity, we bring the summary of the book “The One Thing” by the author Gerry Keller & J.Papasan. This book gives us focus and productivity as well as clarity in life.

Self-confidence and sharing love along the way are great lessons from these two picture books featured in this review article. Teaching young children to "sparkle" as they grow and learning to give love to everyone by sharing hugs are lessons learned in these two charming picture books.

Domingo gets to meet his mother for the first time since he was born and she leaves him with a puzzle to solve.

A military history of India and the relationship between the army, state, and society that has few parallels, The State at War in South Asia is an excellent way to familiarize oneself with Indian military history.

An excellent look into national structures and processes of Japan's early modern timber industry, how it interacted with the rest of society, its workers and conditions, and a brilliant analysis of different interest groups and ecologic results, The Lumber Industry in Early Modern Japan is superb.

Here's my list of best books to avoid manipulation. These books will teach you how to recognize emotional/psychological manipulation tactics and how to deal with them effectively

A review of this very interesting new take on the Nativity story, written for Jews and Muslims, yet respectful of Christians.

Get ready to be introduced to best romance novelist

If you're planning on applying to some of the world's most renowned universities, in this article you will find the books admission counselors want you to read beforehand, recommended by either university professors or people who have already been accepted into a prestigious educational institution.

Read along to discover Clara's fate as she sets off to find her missing cousin Estoban. The traditional card game from Mexico holds Clara's fate. Clara is not aware that she has been targeted by the card game for an early death. Her only goal is to find her missing cousin.

Imbued with some good details of ancient Mesopotamia's governance and society, and a sufficient amount on its society and evolution, Babylon by Joan Oates nevertheless doesn't sufficiently explore the significance of Mesopotamia and its world.

Far Less has a good feel for parts of Humboldt County and some touching social commentary expressed through genuinely moving circumstances of its characters, but it feels rigid, improbable, and contrived.

Donald Keene's overview of Japanese literature in World Within Walls is both an excellent historical source and a brilliant source of literary criticism, suitable for both experts and neophytes with an interest in Japanese, indeed world, culture.

Daniela has trained to be a primera since she was twelve years old. Now, as her graduation, and wedding to Medio's most eligible young bachelor, approaches, she is drawn into a harrowing game of secrets, lies, and forbidden love.

A review of the book that takes you through the world of dance marathons, a nursing school with a holier-than-thou director, and so much more.

In a subject which can be hard to always find books upon it; Histoire du Bailli de Suffren, a now-elderly French biography-military history of the French admiral Suffren, is welcome for the subject but does little to give a deeper understanding of Suffren's navy and questions about his campaign.

Although a decent summary of the political history and conquest of Indochina, L'Indochine française, 1858-1954 is excessively narrow, biased, and more concerned with settle old scores about Indochina than critically analyzing the history and results of French colonization

Elegantly written, decisive, and an excellent insight into Nazism and its policies in WW2 Europe, Hitler's Empire is an irreplaceable book to gain a new understanding of political, economic, and ideological aspects of the Second World War

A great book for examining the role of Western technological imports into the USSR, as well as understanding incentives of Soviet economic development, Trade and Technology in Soviet-Western Relations has the breadth to serve both as a historical resource and guide for present policy.

Although Hegel proves his point that the Chinese 17th century novel had major political commentary roles, he has purposefully limited himself to a far too narrow analysis of the broader meaning of Chinese literature at the end of the Ming and beginning of the Qing.

An excellent fusion of a popular history book with a more scholarly collection of sources and quotes, The True Flag gives a strong image of debates concerning the idea of American empire and their relevance today

7 Best books that every empath who is undergoing narcissistic abuse should read.

Second installment in the Material Witness Mystery series

A bunch of miners decide they will travel up into the clouds to mine the vaults of heaven. Sounds interesting, but does the tale live up to its potential. Read this review and find out.

How to avoid loss and earn consistently book by Prasenjit Paul is a good stock investment book with examples from India Stock exchanges. This enables retail investors to find a framework for stock picking, buying and selling stocks to earn consistently.

Book review of The Power of Now, A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment, written by German philosopher Eckhart Tolle.

First installment in the Material Witness series

Hurricanes will continue to be a huge part of our climate change now and many children will experience a hurricane at least once in some areas of the country. All Hands on Deck by Robert Neubecker features some history of Hurricane Katrina and the courageous rescue effort in beautiful picture book.

Princess Briana is an uplifting tale written by Yaba Baker. A story of a young black, intelligent princess set in the fictional land of Eseryia.

Philosophy | Date Written: 01/12/2021

Cher's autobiography

An exploration into how Quentin Tarantino's novelisation gives a detailed and much needed backstory to Cliff Booth, creating one of his most interesting characters in the process.

Dental care should start early with children and should be made fun. They Brushalot Tooth Fairy Kit does exactly that

Third and final installment in the Food Festival Mysteries.