Welcome to the next installment of my Discworld adventure... Earlier installments: Books 1-4, Books 5-10 Reaper Man: Discworld #11 So, if you've been reading my Discworld series of posts, you will know Death is my favourite character. For me personally, this wasn't my favourite book - which was a disappointment. The second in the Death … Continue reading Discworld Books 11-15
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#Reading Discworld books 5-10
Welcome to the next installment of my Discworld adventure... Sourcery: Discworld #5 The third Rincewind. Not the biggest fan of him, though he's slightly growing on me. In this book, the eighth son of the eighth son of an eighth son has arrived. He's a sourcerer. And he's out to wreak a little havoc on … Continue reading #Reading Discworld books 5-10
Some autism movies on my to-watch list
In the last few weeks, I've come across two movie trailers, where the main protagonist is autistic. I'm always curious to see how people with autism spectrum disorders are portrayed in the cinema. So I'll definitely try and watch them. I'll post reviews if I get to see them! Here are the trailers, let me … Continue reading Some autism movies on my to-watch list
#Reading Discworld books 1-4
The Color of Magic: Discworld #1 The introduction to the Discworld is nothing short of fantastic. Terry Pratchett combines humour with outright impossible fantasy to create a world where you are asked to believe in trolls, magic, a giant turtle (male or female unknown), and heroes. Rincewind, a failed (sort of) wizard, has come into … Continue reading #Reading Discworld books 1-4
Entering Discworld – again
“DON'T THINK OF IT AS DYING, said Death. JUST THINK OF IT AS LEAVING EARLY TO AVOID THE RUSH.” (Art by Paul Kidby) pic.twitter.com/IOhElwxsDD — Diana Sousa (@DianaSousaBooks) March 12, 2015 My first Discworld novel was "The Truth" and I fell in love. I kept reading. And I always wanted more. After him "leaving early … Continue reading Entering Discworld – again
May the Fourth be with you, always
IT'S STAR WARS DAY!!! And right on time, I got an awesome press release drop in my inbox the other day... if you're a Star Wars fan, you'll like this one. Rdio has put together a playlist to "make you feel like a Jedi" (YEAH I WANNA FEEL LIKE A JEDI!). You can click on the … Continue reading May the Fourth be with you, always
Massive book giveaway – any takers?
UPDATE: I will strike-through books that have been claimed. Books need to be picked up from Dubai Media City OR if I'm already meeting you at some place, some time, some event, then that's sorted!UPDATE 2: WOW, so many people want most of my books. PEOPLE STILL READ, YAY!!!I love books and I love reading. … Continue reading Massive book giveaway – any takers?
Movie review: Man of Steel
Minor spoilers, none give away plot but refer to elements within the movie. Man of Steel follows the story of baby Kal-El from the planet Krypton who is jettisoned into space by his parents Jor-El and Lara when General Zod attempts to take over the planet, which is rapidly dying. Kal-El crashes into Earth and … Continue reading Movie review: Man of Steel
What I’m reading #5
(Note: this one is more like a what-I-was-reading-and-just-forgot-to-post) I also feel like I should explain these excerpts; I've chosen to share them because it highlights the prevalent opinion of the Indian community about marriage and its sanctity. 'You aren't happy in your marriage? Well bloody well adjust because you're a woman' is the general consensus, … Continue reading What I’m reading #5
What I’m reading #4
Book: The Liar Author: Stephen Fry Excerpt: '...I'm talking about love! You know what it does to me? It shrinks my stomach, doesn't it, Tom? It pickles my guts, yeah. But what does it do to my mind? It tosses the sandbags overboard so the balloon can soar. Suddenly I'm above the ordinary. I'm competent, … Continue reading What I’m reading #4
Devina Divecha's Journals 