The Bright Old Oak

Inspiration is the key!

We do judge books by their cover

We just cannot pretend we do not live in the culture of the image. It is predominant, it’s been flashing before our eyes ever since pop culture got to this … Continue reading

18 July, 2012 · 14 Comments

On the origin of ebooks by means of natural selection

Pardonnez-moi for the pun on the title of Charles Darwin’s famous publication, but I really mean to analyse the rise of the ebook and what direction it is going to … Continue reading

21 May, 2012 · 1 Comment

Are alternative endings the way forward? I think not.

On Thursday, the Independent posted an article titled “Did they all live happily ever after? That’s up to you…” where Dalya Alberge reported what Newcastle-born author Caroline Smailes came up with. … Continue reading

19 February, 2012 · 5 Comments

A book for Christmas!

Yes, I know it’s still a bit early for that. Well, not  judging by the look our streets display! Christmas is not exactly around the corner but it’s almost one month away, … Continue reading

23 November, 2011 · 2 Comments
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