Diana Barry is the ultimate kindred spirit, the yin to Anne of Green Gables' yang, a true blue pal for the ages. But who played her best? Was it Schuyler Grant from 1985's Anne of Green Gables, or Dalila Bela, from the recent Netflix/CBC Anne With an E? Let's talk Diana, shall we? Some … [Read more...]
New Year’s Book Crush: My Best Loved Reads of 2019
It was another incredible year of reading in 2019, as I once again made reading a priority and it paid off. How does reading pay off? If you are a reader, you already know, but just to say it, reading makes you grow like a spider plant on a sunny windowsill. Books are chlorophyll for the spirit, … [Read more...]
New Year’s Book Crush: My Top 12 Reads of 2018
I'd have to say, this has been the best year of reading in my entire life. I paid closer attention to what I was reading, and tried to make my reading count, not just for growth, but for delight. Each month, I intentionally read one of each of the following four categories: A classic … [Read more...]
Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? Comparing the old and new “Little Women” Movies
Part 1: Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? As a former entertainment writer, I relish reviewing movies and TV shows almost as much as I adore evaluating books. And when a favorite book comes to the screen, I am irresistibly drawn to reviewing it. Even better? When a dearly loved story comes to … [Read more...]
Winter Book Crush: Cozy Up to 10 Hot Cocoa Reads
In the words of the late David Cassidy, "C'mon, get cozy!" Well, he said "happy," but in my book its the same thing. It started snowing today. As a Canadian expat, the sight brings me joy. Yes, I hate the icy roads as much as anyone, but winter is the best time for flat-out coziness. I'm … [Read more...]