Unveiling the 50 Book Challenge: A Literary Odyssey of Knowledge and Imagination
In the age of digital distractions and fleeting attention spans, the 50 Book Challenge stands as a beacon, inviting readers on a transformative journey through the realms of knowledge and imagination. This challenge, popularized by avid readers and bibliophiles around the globe, encourages individuals to read a substantial number of books within a specific timeframe, […]
The Therapeutic Power of Journaling: Nurturing Mental Health and Well-Being
In the age of digital connectivity and constant distractions, finding moments of introspection and self-reflection has become more crucial than ever. One practice that has stood the test of time and proven to be a potent tool for nurturing mental health is journaling. Beyond its role as a simple record-keeping activity, journaling serves as a […]
Book Club Food Ideas: Delicious Snacks and Meals for Your Next Meeting
As book clubs continue to grow in popularity, so does the tradition of sharing food and drinks at meetings. In our recent survey of subscribers, we asked what snacks or meals book club members prefer for their gatherings. The responses revealed a variety of tasty options that are easy to prepare and share. Here are […]
Deep River Book Publishing Review
Deep River Background When it comes to writing, it’s important to know the audience you’re trying to reach. This is especially important when writing about religion, which involves a lot of subtleties that you need to be aware of. American Christian publisher Deep River Books is a good example of this kind of awareness. In […]
The Most Important Books of All Time
The concept of “best books of all time” is subjective and varies depending on personal taste and cultural background. However, some books have consistently been considered classics and have had a significant impact on literature and society. Some examples include: It’s important to note that this list is not exhaustive and there are many other […]
Jenny Downham is Part of Felicity Bryan Associates
Jenny’s outstanding debut novel Before David Fickling Books published I Die in July 2007, went straight to No 1 in the YA paperback list in 2008 and has become an international bestseller. It won the Branford Boase prize in 2008, was shortlisted for the Guardian Children’s Prize; it has also won several international awards and has […]
Before I Die by Jenny Downham
Plot and Synopsis Tessa is diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Despite four years of chemotherapy, she has discovered that her cancer is terminal and her doctors give her a short time to live. Tessa, with the help of her best friend Zoey, comes up with a list of things she wants to do before she […]
Jenny Downham: ‘I hope readers will be less afraid of dementia after reading Unbecoming’
The latest book from the bestselling author of Before I Die is a dense web of ‘unbecomings’, a story exploring the societal, familial and self-imposed limits placed on girls and young women, and the experience of living with dementia. Here she explains why she chose the title – what it means to lose yourself, and find yourself
Interview: Jenny Downham, Author of Furious Things – FFBC Tours
After a spotlight a few days ago, I’m excited to host this Q&A with the author of Furious Thing. Jenny Downham answers a few questions in today’s post about her writing and her newly released YA Contemporary novel. This book is published by David Fickling Books and this Q&A is part of her Blog Tour hosted by FFBC Tour. […]
Furious Thing Review
Alexandra has always been told that her anger is her biggest problem when really, it might be her greatest gift. Fifteen-year-old Alexandra is furious all the time. Everyone notices when she’s mad at her mother’s fiance, John, who makes everyone in her family miserable. But most of all, she’s mad at herself and her inability […]