Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Photo Credit: Tremaine L. Loadholt
When I was a child, before I became an adult before my time, it didn’t take much to put a smile on my face. I was active; I played sports, read many books, did a ton of writing, and watched movies/famous television shows.
And of course, I tore up and down the city streets with my friends, but I ensured I was inside before the street lights came on.
So, it’s no wonder, I would find myself nesting inside my happy place while reading Roald Dahl’sCharlie and the Chocolate Factory. It is a beautiful place to be, and while I’m in my forties now, I feel a stronger connection to all things pure & serene.
Below is the review I did for this incredible work of fiction by such an amazing writer who was well before his time:
“Reading This Brought Back So Many Memories
And I was in my happy place for the entire reading of this book. Roald Dahl was such a master of words and personification. He truly painted so many vivid and distinctive images in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
This book is a stress-reliever. I laughed and slapped my knee at some of the verses shared by the Oompa-Loompas of the mischievously selfish and rude children. Everything about the book transported me to my grade school years.
I imagined myself in the children’s shoes; taste-testing many of Mr. Wonka’s unique creations and drinking from a chocolate river. My sweet tooth was ignited with every turn of the page.
It brought back so many memories of enjoying Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory with Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka. I found myself linking some of the scenes in the movie to a lot of the scenes described in the book.
I knew I would enjoy every moment of reading this book, and I am glad I did so.
If you feel like being nostalgic and traveling down old roads of yore, I recommend Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. You’ll definitely be happy you went along for the ride!”
During these current times, while fires blaze and wars continue to rage on, we could all use more happy places.
Prompt for Week #111 (Nov 9, 2024 – Nov 15, 2024): BELIEVE
Title: Not By the Hands of Man
Six Words: A H I G H E R Power will save US.
I have missed actively participating in the Six Word Story Prompt (hosted by another blogger/Writer who no longer blogs). Years ago, it’s how I met so many other bloggers/writers/creatives, and I still love a good six-word story, so it is only right that I participate in Shweta Suresh’s Saturday Six Word Story Prompt! This week’s theme is “Believe” and here are the prompt details:
I will do a roundup post each Saturday (or Sunday if I run out of time!). So please be sure to participate before time runs out! I can’t wait to read your stories. 😀 I hope that you’ll be back for next week’s Six Word Story Prompt. Have fun! Thank you for participating. Until next week, folks!
P.S: If you have any doubts/suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. The comments section is all yours!
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My six-word contribution is above. I fully believe the worst is ahead, yet the best is to come. We cannot depend on man. Man will never save us. If our faith, trust, and commitment are to/for man, we are doomed. I hope you will participate in the prompt and lend your very own six-word story to the theme, Believe.
After waiting patiently for the global distribution of this book to take place, I decided to publish it directly to Lulu for General Access, and then go back and make alterations to have it considered for global distribution. I have never had to wait this long for global distribution to other online retailers. Such are the times in which we live, eh?
What can you expect from Séduire?
Séduire is a collection of serial fiction tales and flash fiction standalone stories written over a period of three years. Dive into the world of a little girl whose family uproots and moves to “The Deep South” because of a new opportunity presented to her father. Transport yourself to the life of a little girl who becomes a mother and a sister to her child at the hands of her sadistic and evil father. Walk with a grieving sister and her mother as they remember a woman who was brutally murdered by her partner. Her young boys live out her legacy as they mourn her.
Experience parenthood as you enter the world of soon-to-be young parents and their ups and downs in life change them significantly while they journey along their new path. Make a brief cameo into the hearts of a dedicated aunt and a rebellious teenage niece whose father has lost his grip on his child.
There are so many more characters with which to connect. As you thumb through each page, the author wants you to feel something; with these stories, you will.
The price for the paperback version of Séduire: Serial Tales & Flash Fiction is $15.00, USD. You can snag your copy here!
The Specs:
The specifications & details, retrieved fromLulu.com.
You have been patient, and I am overjoyed by your presence and your willingness to wait just a bit longer. The E-Book versionis also available and can be purchased for $9.00, USD.
Of course, reviews would be appreciated; any and all (good, bad, and indifferent). This is how we grow as writers in our craft. I look forward to continuing this journey and sharing it with all of you.
Are you interested in reading my previously published books? You can do sohere.
Flit Flutter Float by Gail Boenning Photo Credit: Tremaine L. Loadholt
Gail Boenning is a writer/artist I became acquainted with on one of my used-to-be-favorite writing platforms, Medium. She is intentional with her word selection, fluid in her delivery, and a great artist, too.
I reviewed another book of hers in December of last year—POISE: Facing Cancer with Grace and Resilience, but did not share it here. You can read it via Amazon by clicking on the link. But here is a blurb about it just to heighten your curiosity:
Gail’s story in bite-sized vignettes was helpful and fulfilling. I felt as though I was walking right along with her throughout every phase, but not directly–indirectly. I was an outsider looking in, and I enjoyed my time spent there.
It was of no surprise to me that Flit Flutter Float (a playful guide) would be just as enjoyable. I was wOWed, sent to my #happyplace, and remained there the entire time.
The review:
“A Bit of Sunshine During These Gloomy Days
Gail never ceases to amaze me! I am happy to see her take her art to a whole new level. In Flit Flutter Float, she offers 33 fun, philosophical, and witty micropoems that remind us to be limitless.
For each poem, there is an animal with a suitable name, a quirky dilemma, and an airtight solution. The illustrations made me smile, and I connected with a number of the poems shared. I would venture to say the book is definitely for ages 13 and older.
Some of the references may go over the younger ones’ heads, but I am certain anyone can take delight in the art shared.
I could read this over and over again, and I have this feeling, I would never tire of it.”
If you need some light reading with a playful air about it, too, I highly recommend Flit Flutter Float.
A Cornered Gurl 
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