A Reading List a Mile Long: Books I Wish I Was Reading Right Now

Posted on March 31, 2012 by maedez

My love for lists is not at all casual; I’m serious, hardcore, obsessive with my list making and maintenance. As a writer, publisher and all-around busy person without an assistant, I make and refine several a day. Every day. It keeps me focused and on-track, whilst allowing for instant gratification when I finish a task and cross it off. The swoosh of a sharpened pencil across the paper is never more satisfying than when eliminating a line from a list. Continue reading →

Shopping for the Bookworm: Lit Goodies

Posted on March 7, 2012 by maedez

There’s something about the changing of the seasons that makes me want to bring new, positive, quirky and beautiful things into my life, be it a book, bottle of wine, tube of lipstick or art print. Anything that speaks to me or makes me smile is always welcome. I’m really loving these writer and word-based goodies for Spring! Here are some links if you want to make a purchase.

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Book Spree

Posted on February 25, 2012 by maedez

As a writer, I naturally spend a lot of time writing. Shocking, I know! On my down-time, I can usually be found reading a book or four. I’m always cycling amongst a weird combination of disparate volumes. If I’m not engaged in those activities, there’s a very good chance that I am thinking about one or the other. Writing and reading are the fuels that fire my passion for life. Continue reading →

Wanted: One Resourceful Book Lover

Posted on February 17, 2012 by maedez

Wanted: One resourceful book lover
Your Mission: To invent an easily removable price sticker that does not require any of the following: a razor, solvent or 20 minutes spent digging with a fingernail.
Requirements: Patience and excellent sales ability, as you will need every book shop in the world to use your product.
Your Reward: Eternal glory and the genuine thanks of millions of readers everywhere. Oh, and lots of cash, as you will doubtless become filthy rich in the
Paradise Ruined by Another Cheap Label

process.
Signed: Maedez

Shopping for the Bookworm: A Strange Miscellany of Yummy Things

Posted on February 4, 2012 by maedez

This edition of ‘Shopping for the Bookworm’ is comprised entirely of shiny, interesting things that caught my eye, magpie-style. All of the goods are from Etsy. The author offerings include pieces featuring Poe, Austen and Burroughs. There is also a fabulous typewriter print, a conversation-starting belt buckle and a fab necklace.

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Shopping for the Bookworm: Literary Pretties

Posted on January 22, 2012 by maedez

My preferred literary pretties for the week include pieces inspired by George Bernard Shaw, Virginia Woolf, Flannery O’Connor and Sylvia Plath.

George Bernard Shaw cuff bracelet by Unique Art Pendants

Virginia Woolf Pendant by Funcky Pop Art

Flannery O’Connor Necklace by Love Las Muertas Jewelry

Sylvia Plath hair pin by Sunny Raven Designs

Shopping for the Bookworm: Author! Author! Art

Posted on January 13, 2012 by maedez

Literary-based art adds a wonderful design element to any writing space or reading nook. I love these Jack Kerouac, Sylvia Plath and Kurt Vonnegut inspired prints from Etsy.