literature

Geek literature from the New York Times or the recesses of online. Our favorite stories showcase geeks.

'The Height of the Storm'
Robert Massimi. Plays about old age can vary significantly; from Waverly Gallery to On Golden Pond, it can be sad, humorous, devastating, or confusing. With great acting in in this play, it is still the latter that is The Height Of The Storm. The audience is never sure what is going on throughout the performance. We grapple with the death of either the husband Andre (Johnathan Pryce), or his wife Madeline (Eileen Atkins). Never sure where the show will take us, we watch these two legends perform magnificently.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).7 years ago in Geeks
Come On Down to The Dancehall
This was a long read for me. It had nothing to do with the quality of the book (because it was a great book with an interesting story), but I just couldn’t seem to get my mind to focus on reading the past couple of weeks. My aunt recommended this book to me, and I am glad that she did, because it was the perfect combination of everything I enjoy in a book: a little bit of mystery, a dash of scandal, a touch of betrayal, and—of course—a hunt for the truth behind a murder that happened more than twenty years ago.
By Kurt Mason7 years ago in Geeks
Consider the Servant
When it comes to the works of William Shakespeare, there is prestige with roles like Hamlet, Juliet, or Richard III that is rarely associated with the unnamed servants, pages, and messengers; these characters are often overlooked, and, sadly, not as celebrated. Yet, far too often a play falls flat, because the ensemble is not actively present. Actors and directors alike must remember that these minor characters have vital roles in the rendering of the story, often given responsibilities by the playwright that change the course of the entire play.
By Lèna Chilingerian7 years ago in Geeks
'Lifeless'
I like to think popular books on Wattpad would be more dignified than the unpopular ones. However, after having to suffer through the mind-numbing, teeth clenching, making you want to bang your head against the nearest wall ‘success’ that is the After series, I feel like I just cannot force myself to waste anymore time going through a book when it can’t even pull me in to begin with.
By Wattpad Assessed7 years ago in Geeks
Late Review: 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao'
Creating stories is hard. For one, a balance between the main plots and the secondary stories must be established. So many of the great films and books find their own balance, switching back and forth from one part of the story to another. The Godfather focused on Marlon Brando's Vito, and Al Pacino's Michael. Star Wars cut from Luke and the gang, to C-3PO and R2-D2 for comedic relief. Both in the Lord of the Rings novels and films, we cut from Frodo's journey to Gandalf to Aragon and his group.
By George Gomez7 years ago in Geeks
The Flickering Flame Dream
In order to create a movie from the written story of Dante’s The Divine Comedy Inferno Canto 1, the look, mood, and theme must all possess an understanding of faith, hope, and the senses. These senses, characters, and settings must also bring about thoughts of past, present, and future endeavors. Each scene will bring about images to open up the viewer's mind through some of the five senses of sight, sound, touch, taste, and texture. Each scene or episode in the movie will turn the old writings of good and evil into a modern day good and evil plot. The first scene will touch base with familiar territory.
By Brent Eaton7 years ago in Geeks
This One Is For The Birds
For starters, I don’t think that I have ever been so excited to write a review for a book! “The Alex Crow” by Andrew Smith has been on my reading list for a long time (a recommendation from my YA Lit professor in college), and now I’m kicking myself for not reading this sooner. Though this book is geared towards more of a young adult readership, there are certainly some adult themes and a level of humor and wit that all readers will be able to appreciate.
By Kurt Mason7 years ago in Geeks
Ghostly Romance Novella 'Decaf For The Dead' Now Available on Amazon
Fiction author Sandy Lo, known for romantic stories like the Dream Catchers Series is delving into the supernatural world with her latest release, Decaf For The Dead released this week on Amazon. Get it here.
By All’s Fair in Love & Writing7 years ago in Geeks
'Decaf for the Dead' Excerpt: Chapter One
There is a season for everything. A season for change, and a season for rebirth. A season to live, and even a season to die. For me, fall is that season. There is no rebirth anymore, just death. Several years ago, on a breezy October Sunday morning, I lost everything when my wife, Margaux, passed away. The worst part is she died alone. I was off being a romantic, sneaking out early to grab her coffee from her favorite café. Oh how she loved her coffee! Strong, black, and decaf. No one understood her taste for coffee—sans caffeine on top of it!
By All’s Fair in Love & Writing7 years ago in Geeks
How to Write a Main Character Worth Loving & Remembering
You can write a crappy plot with good characters and still have a good book. You cannot write a good plot with crappy characters and still have a good book.
By Bella Rose Pope7 years ago in Geeks
'Six of Crows' Book Review
Growing up, I always wanted to be that kid who loved reading and always had their nose in a book. Unfortunately, no book could grip me quite enough. That issue never really went away for me and I still find it very difficult to settle down with a book and not get distracted. Leigh Bardugo, however, managed to grip my attention from the very first page of her book Six of Crows.
By Gabe7 years ago in Geeks
The Best LGBTQ Inclusive YA Fiction Books
There are many books for YA fiction, but far less that can relate to the LGBTQ community and the different letters within that. Here are some well loved novels, both popular and underground and their characters who have made a huge impact on young LGBTQ readers.
By Vala Rogers7 years ago in Geeks