Category: Humor & Satire

Downton Abbey for the undiscriminating reader!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Humor & Satire, Women Writers

 WEST OF IRELAND  A riveting story of an Irish family by Canada’s own, C.P. Hoff Listed as one of the Top 100 Indie Books of 2020 by Kirkus Reviews As a newlywed, Mrs. O'Brien makes a vow to her older sister-in-law, the formidable Sister Mary-Frances, promising a child to the church. As the years pass and … Continue reading Downton Abbey for the undiscriminating reader!

Jam Sessions: Sometimes in Middle School, the best you can do is survive!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Book DEALS, Children's Book, Humor & Satire, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

A fresh perspective on life as a teenager by Jerry Harwood Meet Phillip. His mom relocates him to a new school in the middle of the school year. Things do not go well. Phillip lands himself a trip to the dean of student’s office when he tries to forge his mother’s signature. Maybe if he … Continue reading Jam Sessions: Sometimes in Middle School, the best you can do is survive!

Renown Interviewer BILL BOGGS Is My Interviewee!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author Interview, FEATURE, Humor & Satire, Interview

My Interview with Bill Boggs! It is a great honor to interview you today.  You’ve had an esteemed career as an actor, writer, award-winning TV host/interviewer, news anchor, and producer.  You’ve appeared on the stage, have a presence on YouTube, and you’re an entertainment industry insider.  You’ve lived a rich and excited life that most … Continue reading Renown Interviewer BILL BOGGS Is My Interviewee!

Margaret Atwood

by J.M. Northup, posted in Dystopian & Apocalyptic, FEATURE, History, Humor & Satire, Women Writers

DID YOU KNOW? #DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com and www.nornstriad.com   MARGARET ATWOOD (1939 - present)   A Canadian writer, Margaret Atwood has more than fifty (50) works of fiction (both short-stories and novels) as well as poetry.  She has also written critical essays and is known for her feminine perspective.  She is an inventor, teacher, … Continue reading Margaret Atwood

Best Granny Reading To Child

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Children's Book, FEATURE, Funny Stuff I Like, Humor & Satire, Middle Grade Lit, Young Readers

The Scottish Granny Published on Aug 30, 2018 The Scottish Granny reads The Wonky Donkey, By Craig Smith http://www.craigsmith.co.nz Illustrations by Katz Cowley http://www.katzcowley.com/ Follow us on social media: http://www.facebook.com/thescottishgranny http://www.instagram.com/thescottishgranny