Joe R. Lansdale – flannel and folklore

Now Reading…

It’s Monday, but it’s also a holiday! Which means Monday is slightly more tolerable. Last week was good, I started a couple of good books, officially decided to DNF a couple of books that had been lingering over my head, and managed to get outside a few times despite the rain. On an unrelated, butContinue reading “Now Reading…”

Prisoner 489 by Joe R. Lansdale

Almost without fail, when being chased in a horror movie, the characters run up the stairs*. I’ve never understood this. They must know that they’re trapping themselves. Or if they are running in the woods, the crazed killer is strolling behind them like he has all the time in the world, and he always catchesContinue reading “Prisoner 489 by Joe R. Lansdale”

What to give your favorite book worm who loves Bob Dylan, homemade pasta, and everything (fictionally) scary.

Let’s be honest, this post is essentially an exercise in vanity. Humor me. (Ahem, family of mine, you’re reading, right?) 1. Happy camper t-shirt. Because readers are happy campers…? 2. Thug Kitchen: The Official Cookbook. I’ve been a fan since I discovered my favorite drink recipe. 3. Fir & Grapefruit Candle. Because it’s more enjoyable to readContinue reading “What to give your favorite book worm who loves Bob Dylan, homemade pasta, and everything (fictionally) scary.”

Leather Maiden by Joe R. Lansdale

As I sit here trying to come up with something witty and entertaining for my latest book review – sorry folks, nothing’s coming to me – I’m also plagued by everything else I should be doing instead sitting here not being able to write what will in all likelihood be a sub-par review. I shouldContinue reading “Leather Maiden by Joe R. Lansdale”

The Thicket by Joe R. Lansdale

So you’ve read True Grit but thought it could be both funnier and dirtier, maybe with a bit more violence? May I introduce you to The Thicket by Joe R. Lansdale. (It’s worth noting that if you thought True Grit was excellent, you’ll like this one too.) I imagine it’s rare that a book canContinue reading “The Thicket by Joe R. Lansdale”