“I like all my books hard copy because I just like to hold the book in my hands. Holding the book in my hand will definitely make me want to read it more, especially with textbooks. With a hard copy book, it’s easy for me to document where I leave off unlike e-books which make […]
Tag: Books
Seriously Kidding: Student writes book about how reading is stupid
Senior communication major Issa Dumwon published her first and only book last week titled “All the Reasons Why Reading is Stupid.” She said she hopes that the book will help shed light on how often people waste their time reading, thinking they enjoy it or are getting some type of benefit from it. “It’s just […]
Books and crooks
For many students beginning a new semester, their greatest fears are supposed to be related to term papers or tough professors. Instead, many must worry about how much their textbooks will cost, and whether the total will be something that they can possible afford.
Best-selling author comes to NSU
NSU will host a free speaker and book-signing event with Rip Esselstyn — former professional athlete, firefighter and author of the New York Times best-selling book “The Engine 2 Diet” — in the Don Taft University Center’s Performing and Visual Arts Theater on Feb. 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event is sponsored by Whole Foods Market in Plantation and is open to the public.
The super and not-so-superhero movies
For those of you looking to catch your favorite superhero in action, here is a breakdown of comic book to live action movies you must see and those you should avoid like kryptonite.
Mastering the Kindle: How to get a bang for your buck
Love to read? How about getting a good read on the cheap, better yet, for free? If you have an Amazon Kindle, you’re in luck. If you don’t, well, I suggest you invest in one. Fast. Here are some exciting eBooks that will keep you entertained:
(If you’re an undercover bookworm, be sure to download the Kindle app, available for iPhone and Android, to read your collection on the go!)
A little child shall lead them: Challenging the “pink for girls, blue for boys” mentality
In January, “The Today Show” featured a young boy, Dyson Kilodavis, who liked to dress up in girls clothing, specifically pink tutus. His mother, Cheryl, defended her son’s choice of clothing, even writing a book called “My Princess Boy,” which is based on Dyson. Dyson is a sweet and outgoing 5-year-old boy who is about […]