Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

First Look at Marvel's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D' TV Series

News by Christopher Shultz
May 13, 2013 (3) comments
Joss Whedon is back with more Avengers stories. The trailer looks pretty cool, but will the show hold a candle to the insanely successful film?

Ask The Agent: 20 Insights Into a Successful Agent/Client Relationship

Column by Bree Ogden
May 13, 2013 (0) comments
Navigating the rough terrain of today’s publishing industry shouldn’t be a solo event. This week in Ask the Agent, I’ll explore and dissect one of the industry’s mysteries, straight from the shoulder.

LURID: Oooh Mama! Top 10 Bad Mother Figures

Column by Karina Wilson
May 10, 2013 (2) comments
Your Mom is lovely. Buy her some flowers. Meanwhile, Lurid takes a look at the not-so-lovely Moms who smash the maternal mold.
Max Brooks Publicly Disses 'World War Z' Movie

Max Brooks Publicly Disses 'World War Z' Movie

News by Christopher Shultz
May 10, 2013 (10) comments
The compiler of the zombie apocalypse's oral history doesn't like what Hollywood did with his story, and now he's speaking out.

Iron Man 3: Marvel Studios Is In The Superhero Zone

Column by Kelly Thompson
May 9, 2013 (3) comments
Iron Man 3 is great, but I saw it in a theater filled with kids, and I couldn't help but wonder who it was made for. It was an excellent superhero film for ME, but I'm not sure it was for kids.
Amazon Workers Sue Over Wait Times at Security Checkpoints

Amazon Workers Sue Over Wait Times at Security Checkpoints

News by Dean Fetzer
May 9, 2013 (3) comments
In an effort to prevent theft of pricey electronics or other goods, the retailer instituted security checks - on the way out - for its warehouse staff, but the lengthy lines are causing problems.

Unprintable: The LitReactor Podcast Episode 11 - Storytelling Cliches

Podcast by Joshua Chaplinsky
May 9, 2013 (15) comments
Stupidity vs. sexism, bad poetry, and writing cliches are the topics du jour on this, our latest smarmy bitchfest.

Put a Cap on It: Learning the Rules of Capitalization

Column by Taylor Houston
May 9, 2013 (0) comments
Do You feel Compelled to Capitalize every other Word? If so, you are an OverCapitalizer. There is help—read on...

The Best Writers Break the Rules

Column by Erik Wecks
May 8, 2013 (7) comments
Young writers shouldn't be afraid to challenge the conventions of storytelling if they have a plot-driven reason for doing so.
"Ender's Game" trailer

Just Released: First ‘Ender’s Game’ Trailer

News by Dean Fetzer
May 8, 2013 (2) comments
See the trailer for the movie based on Orson Scott Card’s cherished novel.

Library Love: Anatomy Of The Book

Column by Stephanie Bonjack
May 8, 2013 (4) comments
Books are the coolest things ever, even as physical objects.
Man spends 4 years copying King James Bible by hand

Man Copies the King James Bible by Hand - in Four Years

News by Dean Fetzer
May 7, 2013 (3) comments
Phillip Patterson, from New York, “inspired by Islamic tradition”, has nearly finished the hand-written copy of the Bible he started in 2009.
Benjamin Percy photo Jennifer May

10 Questions with Benjamin Percy

Interview by Keith Rawson
May 7, 2013 (2) comments
LitReactor gives Benjamin Percy the rubber hose treatment about his latest novel, 'Red Moon.'
Kickstarter for Moby Dick Card Game

Kickstarter for Moby Dick Card Game Raises Over $60K in Funds

News by Christopher Shultz
May 7, 2013 (1) comments
Call me incredulous—who knew a Moby Dick card game was in such high demand?
Teacher Who Bought 9th Grader ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Suspended

Teacher Who Bought 9th Grader ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Suspended

News by Dean Fetzer
May 7, 2013 (15) comments
Philip Aidoo, a teacher at Eastern University Academy Charter School in Philadephia, bought James' book for the 14-year-old “after seeing it on his reading wish list”.

Power to the People: Magic in Fantasy

Column by Rajan Khanna
May 6, 2013 (3) comments
Is magic better when it's available to everyone? Or just to a select few? Does it matter?
Harper Lee Sues to Reclaim Copyright to 'Mockingbird'

Harper Lee Sues to Reclaim Copyright to 'Mockingbird'

News by Christopher Shultz
May 6, 2013 (0) comments
The Pulitzer-winning author was allegedly duped by her former agent into signing her legal rights away.

Recap: Game of Thrones 3.06 - The Climb

Column by Rob W. Hart
May 6, 2013 (6) comments
Lots of odd and interesting pairings in this episode! Also, lots of horrible, soul-sucking depression—though it does end on a nice note.
LitReactor Book Club  'They Don't Dance Much' by James Ross

June Book Club Selection: 'They Don't Dance Much' by James Ross

News by Joshua Chaplinsky
May 6, 2013 (0) comments
June's selection for the LitReactor Book Club is 'They Don't Dance Much' by James Ross. Read here for details on how you can participate in the discussion.
Nook HD Tablets Open Up To Google Android Apps

Nook HD Tablets Open Up To Google Android Apps

News by Dean Fetzer
May 3, 2013 (1) comments
In a bid to make their tablets more commercially viable, Barnes & Noble have taken the step of adding access to hundreds of thousands of apps, games, movies, TV shows and more through Google Play.

Book vs. Film: Jurassic Park

Column by Christopher Shultz
May 3, 2013 (3) comments
The original novel by Michael Crichton or Steven Spielberg's epic film adaptation: which one has the bigger T-Rex?
Wit and Wisdom of Tyrion Lannister

George R.R. Martin to Publish New Book This December, But It's Not What You Think...

News by Christopher Shultz
May 3, 2013 (3) comments
Love Game of Thrones/A Song of Fire and Ice? Waiting at the edge of your seat for the next installment? Well I have good news and bad news for you...

The End of Happily Ever After

Column by Rob D. Young
May 2, 2013 (4) comments
Once upon a time our stories ended with happily ever after. Something's changed. This article looks at ways modern story endings have moved away from traditional formats and expectations.

Forgetting the "Why" in the Narrative of Horror

Column by John Jarzemsky
May 2, 2013 (5) comments
Telling a great story involves a slow and controlled release of information, but sometimes, the questions we choose not to answer are even more important.
Dan Brown "Inferno" Bunker

Translators for Dan Brown's New Novel Work in a Secret Bunker

News by Christopher Shultz
May 2, 2013 (1) comments
The Da Vinci Code author's latest work is shrouded in mystery. There's a reason for that.