At some time in our lives, we've all wondered: What is the right thing to do? Usually, it's just in small ways. Should I let my 2-year-old have a cookie before supper? Should I tell my sister she has mustard on her chin? But, what about something big, something life-changing? Clara Purdy was doing some … Continue reading Good To A Fault by Marina Endicott
Billy Joel: The Definitive Biography by Fred Schruers
I've been listening to Billy Joel my whole life. And now I force my kids to listen to him when we're in the car. It brings a smile to my face when I hear them walking through the house singing, "I a-a-am an innocent ma-a-a-an. Oh, yes I am...". My favourite has always been "Piano … Continue reading Billy Joel: The Definitive Biography by Fred Schruers
Literary Wives: The Shoemaker’s Wife by Adriana Trigiani
Literary Wives is an on-line book club that examines the meaning and role of wife in different books that have the word "wife" in the title. I am happy to announce that I am the newest member of this group. This is my first book. Every other month, we post and discuss a book with these … Continue reading Literary Wives: The Shoemaker’s Wife by Adriana Trigiani
Deafening by Frances Itani
When I learned of Frances Itani's newest book, Tell, and that it included some of the characters from her 2004 book, Deafening, I knew it was time I finally read Deafening. And, I am so glad I did. I loved it, and I can't wait to get my hands on Tell, so I can go back … Continue reading Deafening by Frances Itani
Quotes From Canada; L.M. Montgomery
We have three cats at our house, and have recently acquired a dog. The cats are not impressed. But, I am hopeful that they will someday all be friends. I feel like I have been living and breathing cats and dogs lately, which has put me in mind of this quote about cats from Anne: “I love … Continue reading Quotes From Canada; L.M. Montgomery
Obasan by Joy Kogawa
As I have already talked about in my post about Joy Kogawa, Obasan is a novel she wrote based on her experiences as a young Japanese-Canadian girl during the time of the Second World War. Obasan has become required reading in our schools and has been quoted on Parliament Hill. Why it has taken me … Continue reading Obasan by Joy Kogawa
Joy Kogawa
I have chosen Joy Kogawa's Obasan to be the 'K' book for my A-Z Canlit challenge. I can't believe I have waited so long to read this book, but I was helped along by the book fairy when I recently came across a copy of it at a book sale. I snatched it up just in time to … Continue reading Joy Kogawa
Celebrating Consumed By Ink’s First Year!
Exactly one year ago I published my first post. And, I was really nervous. It's hard to believe that it's already been a year, and since that first scary post, I've pushed the publish button 126 more times. To celebrate, I want to look at some stats and re-visit some of the books and posts I … Continue reading Celebrating Consumed By Ink’s First Year!
The Deep by Mary Swan
The Deep is a novella I have had on my list for a while. With Remembrance Day coming up, I thought it was the perfect time to read it. The Deep tells the story of twin sisters volunteering oversees during WWI. Through their eyes, we experience the atrocities of war, as well as the smaller, almost … Continue reading The Deep by Mary Swan
Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions by Molly Peacock
Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions If you are looking to spend a fun time with words and letters, then here is the perfect book for you. You will want to take your time reveling in the whimsical, colourful language of these original stories, as well as absorb the beautiful illustrations that go along with them. The … Continue reading Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions by Molly Peacock
Consumed by Ink 