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Review: Claire Legrand debuts adult trilogy with spellbinding ‘A Crown of Ivy and Glass’
A CROWN OF IVY AND GLASS. By Claire Legrand. Sourcebooks Casablanca. 560 pages. $25.99. Lady Imogen Ashbourne is rich, spoiled and obsessed with looks. She’s also tremendously weighted with guilt both earned and unearned. She’s got a lot of growing up to do, and the sink-or-swim adventure she’s about to embark on will guarantee she does.
By Heather Booth and Abeje Schnake.
FEATURE. First published February 13, 2023 (Booklist Online). Our epic Spring Audiobook Preview, organized monthly by release date and by genre, has something to please every audiobook-listening patron! Classics, full-cast stage productions, audio originals, favorite authors, new voices, and much more await audio selectors in this high-demand list of audiobooks set to release March through August, 2023. The information is supplied by publishers and is subject to change.
A Wheel Of Time Podcast
Welcome back for another fun edition of The Wheel Reads...these chapters are...well...we had fun recording! Enjoy!
A Wheel Of Time Podcast
Muggydean is free! Alan can't tell jokes! Chris is still a Perrin stan! And Ian is in quite the juxtaposition! Enjoy!
A Wheel Of Time Podcast
There is really only one theme for this episode... don't put a full house humidifier on the same circuit as your WiFi!!! Also F around and find out!!! Enjoy!
A Wheel Of Time Podcast
CAN YOU SMEEEEELLLLLLL WHAT PERRIN IS SNIFFING?!?!?! A whole lot of smells! Enjoy!
A Wheel Of Time Podcast
We are joined by Vancey Pants from Bard of the Red Hand for Dumai's Wells part deux, also known as the prologue to A Crown of Swords and some sad stabby stabs. Enjoy!
Scott Clark: Drummer, Composer, Storyteller
Richmond-based musician Scott Clark believes in telling stories with his music. His new album, “This Darkness” — coming this month from Richmond label Out Of Your Head Records — is a meditative piece inspired by a Rainer Maria Rilke poem. Scott Clark has a lighthearted way of speaking about his chosen medium. His voice is filled with care for his instruments and inspirations, as well as understanding of the uneasiness newer listeners may have.
Dropping Julia: The Evolving Dream
Charlottesville-based band Dropping Julia, fronted by singer/songwriter Jules Kresky, is finding their sound with their latest single, “My Room,” which will greet the world this Friday, at the dawn of a new year. Jules Kresky, frontwoman of the Charlottesville-based band Dropping Julia, grew up in a musical family. Although she rebelled from the familiar path, she fell in love with guitar in college, and when she moved to Virginia at 23, she knew she wanted to play music professionally.
Journeys Through Indecision
This month, Reynolds Gallery debuted a new initiative called The Launch Project, which provides gallery resources and connections to emerging contemporary artists in Richmond. An exhibition from artist Sylvio Lynch III, the first of the Launch Project artists, is currently on display. Drawn Discovery — an exhibit by Sylvio Lynch III currently on display at Reynolds Gallery — features two series of hyper-realist graphite drawings from the Richmond-based artist.
Late Nights With Nancy Raygun
Richmond-based psychedelic indie trio Nancy Raygun bring their first EP into a quarantined world with the hope of spreading happiness through music, even in trying times. “Late Nights” opens with the sound of waves crashing on a beach, transporting you to the waterside, sand between your toes. When the whispering vocals start — a voice singing, “Lose track of time, every night / Wish you were here to stay” — you could just as easily be alone, driving down a moonlit road.
Trapcry Breaks The Ice
On his latest project, Dangerous, Richmond-based artist and performer Trapcry explores his identity through experiments in genre and sampling, as well as his artistic predecessors and inspirations. On “Break the Ice,” the sixth track from his new album, Dangerous, Richmond-based artist Trapcry sings, “I’m black, queer, and upset / there’s blood on this rainbow.” That’s one way to sum up the main themes of Dangerous, which Trapcry dropped Nov.
AARNxBRWN: The Prodigal Son
Recording artist and producer AARNxBRWN dropped a new video and has a new album on the way. His musical journey over the summer coincided with a quest to find himself and justice for his people through protests and activism. Before this summer, rapper/producer Aaron Brown, known to the music world as AARNxBRWN, didn’t consider himself an activist. But when protests started around the murder of George Floyd and people began taking to the streets to demand justice, Brown joined in.
S'More Fun At Camp COTU
Just in time for fall, Center of the Universe Brewing Company will feature a camp-themed outdoor space complete with gas fire pits, storytellers, and three new beers. While the weather grows chillier and public safety measures continue to be observed, many small businesses are trying to offer new, creative, and safe services for their communities.
Purposeful Dissonance: Opin’s Media & Memory
On their latest album, Opin trades in a traditional lineup for a fresh approach, in which every member can play every instrument. After their 2017 debut album and an EP the following year, Opin is back with an experimental, electronic sound journey perfectly suited to a year of oddity and struggles. The band’s new album, Media & Memory, drops Oct. 23, and will be accompanied by a remix album.
Pusposeful Dissonance: Opin’s Media & Memory
On their latest album, Opin trades in a traditional lineup for a fresh approach, in which every member can play every instrument. After their 2017 debut album and an EP the following year, Opin is back with an experimental, electronic sound journey perfectly suited to a year of oddity and struggles. The band’s new album, Media & Memory, drops Oct. 23, and will be accompanied by a remix album.
Richmond Now! Supports Richmond's Future
Created by local artists Rian L. Moses and Virginia Murphy, Richmond Now! recently released its second downloadable Activity Book filled with illustrations and education about the Black Lives Matter protests in Richmond and beyond. Richmond Now! began as a way for artists and friends Rian L. Moses and Virginia Murphy to find an outlet for emotions and a way to support local organizations during the Black Lives Matter protests over the summer.
A New Home For Jamaica House
Since 1994, Jamaica House has been serving authentic Jamaican food to all of Richmond. Now they’ve moved from its old spot to a new space at 416 W. Broad Street with more seating and an expanded menu that puts a twist on classic flavors. When Carena Ives moved to Richmond in 1989, the section of Broad Street now teeming with businesses serving hungry students and locals was only home to a few restaurants. Ives didn’t have any plans to start up her own place, either.
Capturing Community, Past And Present
VMFA’s Working Together: Louis Draper and the Kamoinge Workshop highlights the work of Richmond-born photographer Louis Draper and the group of African-American photographers he brought together in 1960s New York.
A Shield And A Crown
Local entrepreneur Larkin Garbee teamed up with Girls For a Change and artist Hamilton Glass to create face shields that double as flower crowns: keeping the community safe, and teaching innovation along the way. A year ago, personal protective equipment (PPE) would not have been on many people’s fall accessory lists. But the coronavirus pandemic has made widespread use of face shields, masks, and other safety items critical to public health.
This, Too, Shall Pass
Having a bit of an issue, basically it runs, but whenever it loads into the world all that happens is it stares at the sky and spins, and I can't do anything besides splash in some water. Is this something I've done wrong, or a hardware issue or something, or is this a game issue? Had the opportunity to drift through this realm a small while back, and simply adored the gradual sense of melancholy and wonder ♡ saw the game at the AMAZE conference.
This, Too, Shall Pass is now released
This, Too, Shall Pass is now released These are the last of the good days Treasure this time For your world is dying. This, Too, Shall Pass is now available for everyone! You can buy it here. If you've already bought This, Too, Has Passed or you want the game and can't buy for any reason just get in touch for a free key. Please enjoy, and thank you for all the support. Moth Files Get This, Too, Shall Pass
The Final Version - 28|8|2020
The final version of This, Too, Shall Pass is going to be released on Friday, 28th of August. This version will be available indefinitely and take you to a different time and place based on the device you play it on. There will be a number of improvements and fixes, including a fix for the dreaded infinite ocean bug some people experienced in the timed release as well as some new content.
Cox Enterprises and The Trust for Public Land Announce Open Voting for the 2019 National Cox Conserves Heroes Award
LOUISIANA — Cox Enterprises and The Trust for Public Land announce that voting for the 2019 National Cox Conserves Hero is now open until Oct. 15, 2019. One national winner will be selected from nine local winners and will receive $50,000 to donate to their environmental nonprofit of choice, courtesy of the James M. Cox Foundation. Visit CoxConservesHeroes.com to view the nine local winners’ videos and vote on your favorite. Voting is open to the public.
SLCC Expanding Scaffolding Program to Houma in November
October 1st, 2019 Sharlee Jacobs Louisiana HOUMA – South Louisiana Community College will offer its Basic Industrial Scaffolding course at the SLCC Maritime and Corporate Training Center in Houma starting in November. The program is currently offered at the community college’s New Iberia Campus and has graduated more than 250 students.
3 Arrested After Paralyzed Dachshund's Legs Were Removed - News15
Courtesy of Dante's Hope- Animal Rescue East October 1st, 2019 Sharlee Jacobs Louisiana SLIDELL, La. – A woman and two 17-year-old girls have been charged with animal cruelty after authorities said the hind legs of a paralyzed dachshund were “sawed off.” The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office tells reporters that a 50-year-old Slidell woman, her daughter and the daughter’s friend were arrested Monday.
Local filmmakers explore the mystery of an old Acadiana tradition
October 1st, 2019 Rain Augustine Acadia, Lafayette Vermillionville presented the latest in the Les Vues Film Series this evening. The series showcases movies and documentaries about Louisiana or themes represented within Louisiana culture. Monday night community members got a chance to view the short documentary produced by local filmmakers. “Little Houses: A Short Film About Death,” examines the mystery of Acadiana grave houses.
Judge Declares Unanimous Jury Necessary To Convict Ian Howard
September 30th, 2019 Phillip Boudreaux Lafayette The judge overseeing Ian Howard’s case, the man accused of killing Lafayette Police Cpl.
Gov. Edwards' Statement on FBI Crime Data Showing Decline in Louisiana's Murder Rate - News15
September 30th, 2019 Sharlee Jacobs Louisiana Baton Rouge — Gov. John Bel Edwards issued the following statement on FBI crime data released today that shows violent crime in Louisiana has decreased, with fewer murders in 2018. Louisiana’s murder rate decreased by 7.8 percent, a faster decrease than the national murder rate. Gov. Edwards said: “Today’s FBI crime data shows decreases in violent crime and murder in Louisiana. We also saw decreases in property crime, including robbery.
Friends and family remember Hart Fortenberry
September 29th, 2019 lmcneil Louisiana, News15 Today Friends and family of the late Hart Fortenberry remember him as an eclectic renaissance man who loved like and inspired everyone around him to be their most authentic self. Close friends of Hart say, ” I can’t really think of Lafayette, without Hart, yeah it’s definitely going to be missing a big part of it.” If you were in Downtown Lafayette Hart Fortenberry wasn’t far behind. Those who knew him best say he was a larger than life.
A Loud Voice Empowered By A Crown
One Louisiana woman is proving anything is possible. Even if you live your life in a wheelchair or with a disability. As Ms. Wheelchair Louisiana of 2018 and now Ms. Wheelchair 2019, she’s sharing her story and advocating for critical needs for the disabled community. Karen Roy is more than just your average mom and while we all believe our moms are queens growing up, Karen is one. Equipped with a sash, a sparkly crown and a wheelchair.
The Gilded Wolves
Roshani Chokshi filled star filled star filled star filled star Star half-filled (335) From New York Times bestselling author Roshani Chokshi comes a novel set in Paris during a time of extraordinary change--one that is full of mystery, decadence, and dangerous desires... No one believes in them. But soon no one will forget them. It's 1889. The city is on the cusp of industry and power, and the Exposition Universelle has breathed new life into the streets and dredged up ancient secrets.
The Gilded Wolves
The Gilded Wolves filled star filled star filled star filled star Star half-filled (99) From New York Times bestselling author Roshani Chokshi comes a novel set in Paris during a time of extraordinary change--one that is full of mystery, decadence, and dangerous desires... No one believes in them. But soon no one will forget them. It's 1889. The city is on the cusp of industry and power, and the Exposition Universelle has breathed new life into the streets and dredged up ancient secrets.
A crown of snow - The Clarion News: Local News
A crown of snow ?Of all the trees that are in the woods, the holly wears the crown,? says the old Christmas carol, and a crown of snow on a holly brightened a snowy morning in Clarion last week. While forecasts at deadline time for this edition of the newspaper predicted warmed than usual for today, colder more wintery weather is expected to return by the end of the week.
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