If you have Netflix, you may be familiar with the title "Heartstopper", as this heartwarming graphic novel has recently become a series on the streaming service. Alice Oseman's story follows Charlie Spring, a young openly gay teenager at an all boys school in the UK. Before we meet Charlie, we learn he was bullied when... Continue Reading →
While a favourite in Britain, it was only last year with the publication of "Me Before You" that author Jojo Moyes became a recognized name on this side of the Atlantic. "Me Before You", is the story of a caregiver, Lou, with nothing but a jest for life and her patient, Will, a paraplegic with... Continue Reading →
You just have to love Roald Dahl. Anyone who names his car (a Wolseley) The hard black slinker, obviously has a sense of humour. As a namer of cars myself, I really appreciate this. I’m thinking of stealing this name not for my next car, but for my next cat. Imagine the looks on the... Continue Reading →
Emma Corrigan thought her life was on the upswing, she had a great job at Panther Cola, a boyfriend of nearly a year and had even been asked to go on her first business trip. Unfortunately, following a disasterous business meeting, her flight home hits severe turbulance and thinking that she's about to die, Emma... Continue Reading →
Thunder Bay Public Library's Book Blog 