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I'm gonna say it: Ancillary Sword is my favorite of the Imperial Radch book. Now now calm down. I know it's a radical stance.

But hear me out.

I love Breq being in charge of others for the first time in her 2000 years. I love Seirvedan being confronted with her own privilege, and seeing her grow up without Breq there to lean on.

And I love the domestic shit! Like all the stuff about Raugd and Piat and the horribly hilarious defense of sharecropping with kidnapped humans, forced into eternal debt but its not technically slavery so it's just and right. And then there's breq in a human body who was kidnapped, frozen, thawed out and had her entire identity destroyed to become the living body of a warship that will in turn perpetuate the violence that destroyed Breq's first life upon a whole new planet.

It's just so delicious.

[aikosatoe]

Fanart for DE and his adorable Kira 🩰

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[sp00kysk3lly]

“You will be haunted, by Three Spirits.

Expect the first tomorrow when the bell tolls One.

Expect the second on the next night at the same hour. The third, upon the next night when the last strike of Twelve has ceased to vibrate.

Look to see me no more;”

- Jacob Marley

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Book of the Day - The Crux: How Leaders Become Strategists

Today’s book of the day is The Crux: How Leaders Become Strategists, written by Richard P. Rumelt in 2022 and published by PublicAffairs. Richard P. Rumelt is an internationally known writer, speaker, and consultant on strategy. He is also Emeritus Professor at UCLA Anderson. He received his MSEE from UC Berkeley and his doctorate in business from Harvard Business School. The Crux, by Richard…

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"A book is a garden, an orchard, a storehouse, a party, a company by the way, a counselor, a multitude of counselors." – Charles Baudelaire

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The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis- Books Venue

Introduction 

The Chronicles of Narnia is a series of seven fantasy novels written by C.S. Lewis. The series was published between 1950 and 1956 and has since become a classic of children's literature. In addition to radio and stage adaptations, the books have been adapted for the big screen as well.

The list of the seven chronicles of narnia books in the series are The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (1950), Prince Caspian:The Return to Narnia (1951),The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (1952), The Silver Chair (1953), The Horse and His Boy (1954), The Magician's Nephew (1955), The Last Battle (1956).

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The Chronicles of Narnia series tells the story of a group of children who discover a magical world called Narnia. They are drawn into a battle between good and evil, and are guided by the powerful lion, Aslan. Each book follows a different group of characters and their adventures in Narnia, but they are all interconnected and build towards a final battle between good and evil.

The books in series Chronicles of Narnia are notable for their Christian themes and symbolism, which Lewis wove into the stories. However, they are also beloved for their exciting adventures, memorable characters, and imaginative world-building.

Author Details

C.S. Lewis was a British writer, scholar, and Christian apologist. He was born on November 29, 1898, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and died on November 22, 1963, in Oxford, England. Lewis is best known for his works of fiction, including The Chronicles of Narnia, as well as his non-fiction works on Christianity, such as Mere Christianity and The Problem of Pain.

Lewis was a close friend of fellow writer J.R.R. Tolkien, and the two were members of a literary discussion group called The Inklings. Lewis and Tolkien both wrote fantasy novels that drew on their Christian faith and love of mythology.Lewis's other notable works include The Screwtape Letters, Till We Have Faces, and The Space Trilogy.

The Chronicles of Narnia books have been adapted into multiple movies, TV series, and stage productions.C.S. Lewis created a detailed history and mythology for Narnia, which he never fully revealed in the books.The Christian symbolism in the books has been the subject of much debate and analysis, with some critics seeing the books as straightforward Christian allegories, while others view them as more complex and open to multiple interpretations.

The first book in the series, "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe," was the best-known and most popular book of the series. It was published in 1950.

The series has sold over 100 million copies and has been translated into 47 languages.The Narnia books were written as a response to J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and were meant to appeal to children.

The inspiration for the series came from Lewis's own love of mythology and his belief that Christian theology could be conveyed through stories.Lewis was friends with J.R.R. Tolkien and the two often met to discuss their writing.The books were not written in chronological order. The order in which they were published is not the same as the order in which the events of the stories occur.

Interesting Facts about the Book

The Chronicles of Narnia, beloved classics of children's and fantasy literature, have garnered a loyal and lasting fan base. The series' skillful blending of Christian, Pagan, and Classical themes with whimsical storytelling, enchanting magic, and anthropomorphic creatures make it an easy delight for readers of all ages. 

The first book in the series, dedicated by Lewis to his goddaughter Lucy Barfield, features a character named Lucy Pevensie, named after the goddaughter herself. To fully appreciate the series, most scholars agree that it is best to read the books in the order they were published. The original illustrations for the books were done by Pauline Baynes. The books have been adapted for various forms of media, including radio, television, stage, and film.

In "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe," a young girl named Lucy discovers a magical world called Narnia by passing through the back of a wardrobe. In this world, a White Witch rules with an iron fist, keeping it in a state of perpetual winter with no Christmas. Along with her siblings, Lucy helps a great lion named Aslan, who is often seen as a representation of the Son of God, to defeat the White Witch and free Narnia from her grasp. The other six books in the series detail further adventures in Narnia, introducing more fantastical creatures and exploring Lewis's detailed and atmospheric fantasy world. The idyllic, pastoral setting of Narnia is a significant part of the stories' appeal for both children and adults.

The wide appeal of the Chronicles of Narnia characters is due in part to their mythical qualities, which explore fundamental questions of existence through the lens of the marvellous and supernatural. Additionally, some readers are drawn to the connections the stories have with Christianity.

However, author C.S. Lewis was clear that he did not intend the Chronicles to be allegories and preferred to think of them as "supposals." In other words, he imagined a world like Narnia and asked readers to consider what might happen if the Son of God became a Lion in that world. While the Chronicles contain episodes that echo biblical narrative and imagery, such as Aslan's sacrifice in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Lewis was not attempting to retell Bible stories. Rather, he was creating new stories of a similar type, such as a new creation story and a new sacrifice story, that could stand on their own as interesting adventures while also enriching readers' imaginative experiences.

The stories have enchanted generations of readers with their engaging characters, thrilling adventures, and themes of bravery, loyalty, and redemption.Whether you are a young reader discovering the world of Narnia for the first time or an adult revisiting old favourites, The Chronicles of Narnia is a timeless series that is definitely worth exploring.

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[kipkiphoorayy]

alex hirsch truly is like. the guy ever. he created one of if not the most renowned and successful disney tva shows. he clowns on said network. he won his high school’s bird calling contest. he hates trump and is always advocating for people to vote. also prank calls republican/maga hotlines and was on the washington post for such. he voices half the cast of his own show and does a deranged mickey mouse voice he uses for like two separate shows. he owns a giant taxidermy buffalo. he and his sister were on an international improv team in high school. disney censored practically all queer themes in his show and now he has a nyt best seller (and created the website plus recent interviews ect ect) that imply there was something going on between that fuck ass triangle and ford. a straight man creating good old man yaoi. creates the craziest rabbit holes to send the fandom down probably primarily fueled by adhd and coffee. he probably has his flannel sewn to his body atp and has thousands of sticky hands on the wall in his house. i could go on but he’s just truly such a interesting guy

[roseworth]

i think theres this idea in the general public that the "best" fanfic gets turned into real books like 50 shades of grey. but the truth is that the best fanfic can never be published as an actual book because its intricately woven into the canon material so its inseparable even if you change the names

[ered]

Here’s my take on the whole audio books vs. reading:

Oral tradition of storytelling predates written ones by millennias, and honestly, which one you like is just a personal preference.

The actual difference is

when listening, you have no idea how to write characters’ names

when reading, you have no idea how to pronounce characters’ names

hope this helps!

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Essential Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read for a Brighter Future

Discover the ultimate list of must-read books for entrepreneurs to elevate and accelerate your journey to success

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Men Have Called Her Crazy By Anna Marie Tendler - A Review

The only thing better than reading a comedian’s memoir? Reading the partner/ex-partner of a comedian’s memoir. Truly. I don’t know why exactly, but the partner of someone who’s had immense success/fame is usually ten times more interesting than the famous one. Practically always. And this memoir was fantastic. I had known so little about Anna Marie Tendler before reading this (I knew that she was John Mulaney’s beautiful ex-wife, that she designed lampshades and seemed like she wouldn’t have liked me in high school) but I’m grateful to have found this book. Favourite parts ahead.

“I cemented my role in relationships as a pleaser, a convincer, a girl, who, well into adulthood, would contort and conform to the desires of a man, overlooking his easy dismissal, and dampening her self-worth, all to be loved” - OOF, it that wasn’t me for all of my dating life.

The parallels of our two lives are fucking eerie (I know that’s interesting to no one other than me), but it’s weird that we both heard about 9/11 in a high school chemistry class. (I also agree with her about hot firefighters but that’s, like, a universal thought that you’d have to be a comatose to disagree with, so I won’t count that commonality.)

The entire part about her longterm therapist being so horrid to her was nuts to read. I loved it mainly because therapists are such trusted people and it’s insane to me that none of the terrible ones ever really get talked about that much.

“Why are women so fucking ashamed of ourselves? I blame men.” Perfect line. Wish it was the title of the whole book. I get why it wasn’t, but really wish it was.

Talking about a web series she did: “I simply got to show a weekly guest how to do one makeup trick and asked them to share a ghost story or paranormal encounter. When the web series aired, it was met with backlash from women, mostly moms, who insisted that a show about makeup was antithetical to the very ethos the website touted - that girls were smart - and the decision was made to stop making episodes. May we never forget that females cannot be intellectual and aesthetically minded at the same time.” I love this woman.

It’s crazy how much I agree with her thoughts on motherhood: “My reservations about motherhood have been shaped by my feelings about men, their general incompetence, their propensity toward selfishness, and their inability to empathize with the female experience. My obsession with equality in relationships restricts me from balancing the weight of what men put into child-rearing versus what women do. I wonder if it can ever be equal. I feel instinctually it can’t, while also recognizing that instinct might be wrong.”

“I know mothers feel excluded from life too. I guess that’s the paradox of being a woman: no matter what path you choose, chances are you’ll feel invisible.”

“I’m momentarily aroused by the memory of a man properly doing a chore.” Good god, that’s funny.

The entire chapter on her losing her dog Petunia made me weep, but I’m a human being with a HEART sue me.

Such an inspiring memoir, I can’t recommend it enough. Read it immediately. And the fact that she didn’t mention her marriage in detail at all speaks such volumes - she’s not defined by that part of her life and that is made extremely clear with what she chose to share. She’s an incredibly strong writer so I sincerely hope she continues to publish. Absolutely love this woman.

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Sneak peak, in no particular order:

- White Nights by Fyodor Dostoevsky

- On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

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Ernie Bushmiller kind of predicted the Internet in this early 1950's Fritzi Ritz comic

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Amazon’s 20 Best Books of 2024 So Far

Check out Amazon’s 20 Best Books of 2024 So Far

2024 is two thirds of the way over and we have gotten some amazing books in the past eight months. With four more months to go, we will be looking at Amazon’s 20 best books of 2024 so far! There are always some must read novels every year that we all eventually will give a chance to. And this year feels like it has a bunch. From the unescapable The Women by Kristin Hannah that has been…