Yes, yes the blog is called BRB Reviews, not BRB Editorials, but I've been catching a lot of interesting tidbits lately and in all honesty I've been terribly lazy in reviewing.
Today I bring you underground amateur strip clubs. Courtesy of NYC of course. I understand that there are just far too many people living there. It is unnatural and against our biological programing to live with so many people in one place. Practically only rats would do it. But this seems like inventing jobs for gold diggers. Or holding try outs at least.
Kudos to the author for being willing to go the extra mile for the scoop, I could not have done it. Granted, I am sure no one there wants to see me in a bikini.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Not Everyone Loves Father's Day
Justin Halpern the Author of Sh*t My Dad Says has a blog post on Father's Day that is very inline with the humor of his book. If you liked Sh*t My Dad Says, then you'll likely find it hilarious. If the book reminded you of someone, you may laugh until it brings a tear to your eye. Just a warning if you have not checked out the book, it has... colorful language.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Fated
“It’s human nature to underachieve. To not live up to one’s full potential. Granted, there aren’t a lot of delusions of grandeur with Fate. You don’t get awarded a Nobel Peace Prize or become Stephen King. And when some one's future involves mental illness, drug addiction, or a career in politics, I can’t really expect any pleasant surprises.”
This excerpt seems to set the tone of the book. S. G. Browne has a fresh take on Fate and Destiny, and a quirky take on the Christian Myths in general. I really wanted to like the book, but unfortunately his main character makes things difficult.
Fate, AKA Fabio, seems to hate Humanity. They are disgusting things that eat too much, collect too much stuff, and cannot manage to do a thing right. Towards the end his attitude does get a bit more paternal and loving, but it is still pretty preachy.
I am very much an underdog kind of girl and Mr. Browne’s take on Fate does fit the bill. The reader gets the distinct impression that Fate has gotten a raw deal in life. Sadly it is more along the lines of the “big boned” kid at school that hates everyone because “everyone” is going to hate them. It makes our dear Fabio a real drag and rather unlikable. I want to sympathise with him, but I cannot really bring myself to do it.
I am unsure if it is just the character or the author’s particular style that is not working for me, but I did not enjoy Fated as much as I thought I would. S. G. Browne’s more recent offering, Breathers: A Zombie’s Lament, looks like more of a fun read so I think I will add that to my TBR pile in the interest of being fair. (I will probably have to grade that one on a curve because I don't really like zombies, but I did like Fido and Shaun of the Dead so it is not a lost cause.)
This excerpt seems to set the tone of the book. S. G. Browne has a fresh take on Fate and Destiny, and a quirky take on the Christian Myths in general. I really wanted to like the book, but unfortunately his main character makes things difficult.
Fate, AKA Fabio, seems to hate Humanity. They are disgusting things that eat too much, collect too much stuff, and cannot manage to do a thing right. Towards the end his attitude does get a bit more paternal and loving, but it is still pretty preachy.
I am very much an underdog kind of girl and Mr. Browne’s take on Fate does fit the bill. The reader gets the distinct impression that Fate has gotten a raw deal in life. Sadly it is more along the lines of the “big boned” kid at school that hates everyone because “everyone” is going to hate them. It makes our dear Fabio a real drag and rather unlikable. I want to sympathise with him, but I cannot really bring myself to do it.
I am unsure if it is just the character or the author’s particular style that is not working for me, but I did not enjoy Fated as much as I thought I would. S. G. Browne’s more recent offering, Breathers: A Zombie’s Lament, looks like more of a fun read so I think I will add that to my TBR pile in the interest of being fair. (I will probably have to grade that one on a curve because I don't really like zombies, but I did like Fido and Shaun of the Dead so it is not a lost cause.)
The Future of Air Travel is... Clear?
Culled from PopSci today, here is a peek at what Airbus thinks will happen with the transportation sector:
I have to say that while part of me really loves the more ornate Victorian style of things, this is pretty cool too. Also, it sort of reminds me of a Wraith Mother Ship, which is just a little bit creepy.
I can see how this would be more problematic for people who already have problems flying though. That is a lot of viewable sky!
I have to say that while part of me really loves the more ornate Victorian style of things, this is pretty cool too. Also, it sort of reminds me of a Wraith Mother Ship, which is just a little bit creepy.
I can see how this would be more problematic for people who already have problems flying though. That is a lot of viewable sky!
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