Halloween 2013

Happy (late) Halloween!

 

Sorry I haven't been posting in a while. I've been busy. I will do better!

Another Dance Quote

A highly musical dancer will trick you into forgetting about the orchestra pit and thinking that his or her movement is creating the music. So well they are matched.

—From the article Grace by Emilia
To read the full article click Here.

Caught Off Guard: An Update on the Book Release Schedule

I was excited for this: (Released Aug. 5)

Image from shadowmountain.com

Happy to hear about this: (Sept. 10)

Image from barnesandnoble.com

Still confused about this: (?)

BEYOND FOO BOOK 3

And waiting desperately for this: (Oct. 8)

Image from hypable.com

When suddenly this popped into the picture, already released and everything: (Released Aug. 6)

Image from barnesandnoble.com

WHERE THE HECK DID THAT COME FROM?

Happy reading!

Creatures of Foo: Rovens

"...Leven had never seen a roven before, much less a roven of such massive size. The menacing creature was more than twice Leven's height, and its huge, copper wings grew directly from its shoulders and along its gigantic arms... Its entire body was covered with bright orange hair, and a pair of small, hooded, yellow eyes glared out from its fierce-looking face. The hair covering its body was so bright, it was hard to look at it directly...The roven's chest was thick and wide like an ape's, but in every other point the creature resembled a mutated raven."

Above is an image from the 2nd book.
Leven is standing in front of a roven who is void of hair.

- Obert Skye, Leven Thumps and the Whispered Secret

Rovens are best described as big, ugly, and... uh... Well that about sums it up. Leven first encounters them at the beginning of book 2, while staying in his grandmother Amelia's house. The flock of monsters tear through the roof and wreck the house before digging a huge rip in the ground and then attempting to drown the victims in its own hair. It was messy business. Rovens are loyal to Jamoon and others bent on unraveling Foo. A wise person would try to avoid them.

Two Lovely Poems About Books

While browsing my family's bookshelves I found two very different books of poems lined up by each other. Curiously I pulled them out and flitted through their pages. While reading I discovered a poem from each that I decidedly liked. I will share them with you now:

The 1st is from a book presented by Barbara Ross called A Treasury of Goops.

Books

I have a notion

the books on the shelves

Are just as much persons

As we are, ourselves.

When you are older, you'll find this is true,

You'd better be careful

To make books like you!

The 2nd is from The Bookworm's Feast, A Potluck of Poems by J. Patrik Lewis.

Read...Think...Dream

Book me a passage

to history

Back to some once-

on-a-time,

Sail me into a

tall told tale,

Read me a river-

boat rhyme.

Ride me the waves

of a story,

Settle me down

by a brook,

Dream me a land 

only dreamed of,

Book me a voyage

by book.

The rest of the poems in these books are amazing. I encourage you to find them and read the rest!

Drama Games #6 Story Time

This game is best played with 4-5 people. One person sits and the others stand. Each standing person is given a quirk, accent, stereotype, or character. They must act this thing until the end of the game. The three actors stand in a line. The other person sits in front of them. The sitting person points at one person and they start an improvisational story, while upholding their quirk. The sitting person points to another standing person and that person immediately picks up the story. The story can be completely outrageous. It is also optional for the audience to pick the title and characters of the story. The story continues until you decide that it's gone too far. An example of this game might look like this:

Person 1 (Dopey Cheerleader): So, like, once upon a time there was like a hansome guy and he was like in love with this one girl with like the CUTEST eyes and she was like-
Person 2 (French): Ze most amazing chef that Europe had everrrrrrr seen! And she wooed ze man with her-
Person 1: Totes awesome cakes and stuff. Like, yeah, and he totes like fell deeper in love with her and stuff. But she couldn't like love him back because she found out that he was like-
Person 3 (Harry Potter): The evil dark lord of the wizarding world!
Person 4 (Afraid of Germs): And he went around tormenting the world with his awful germs! And people screamed and ran. It was horrible! The whole population got Chikungunya Fever!
Person 2: But, ze girrrl was able to currre them all with a concotion that she cooked up in her verrry own keetchen. Ze people loved her! They gave her-
Person 3: A snowy owl. And-
Person 1: And lots of attention. Like "Give me a G!"
Person 4: It was disgusting.

The Newbie Janitor's Guide to Glopified Items: Ink Remover

With this blog I want to share my interests with the world. It has come to my attention that my interests include books. More precisely, fantasizing about books. I fantasize about books in many ways, using different techniques taught to me by the best. As of lately, I have felt the urge to fantasize about the Janitors series. So here it is. Based on the books by Tyler Whitesides comes to you a fantastic combination of awe inspiring tools used by the characters in this fine and exciting tale.

Just kidding.

A Dramaturg Fantasy presents: 

The Newbie Janitor's Guide to Glopified Items

Chapter 1, Ink Remover

Knowledge from the original text: From Janitors: Secrets of New Forest Academy

“Ink remover,” Penny said. Janitors use it all the time to clean off pen marks and scribbles on the bathroom walls.”

“But this has been Glopified,” Walter said. “This is the shortcut we took to get the necessary signatures on your applications.”

“What does it do?” Spencer asked.

“It copies ink.” Walter took the bottle from Penny’s hand. “Once we located the Academy signatures that we needed, we used the Glopified ink remover to make a forgery for your papers. I’ll need you to do the same for Dez. All you have to do is wet the Academy signatures. Don’t spray too much or you’ll have soggy paper. Once the ink is damp, you can press Dez’s application against it. The ink will absorb, making an identical copy onto his paper.” … “It works like this… The magic in the Glop duplicates the memory of the original signature. For example, I remember signing a check. If someone uses the ink remover to copy my signature from the check onto another paper, then the memory is copied with it. Therefore, I remember signing the check and the paper—even though I never actually signed both.”

Disclaimer: All rights go to Tyler Whitesides, Shadow Mountain Publishing, and whoever else might deserve them.

Obert Skye's Life Philosophies: Mobs

This chosen second philosophy is from Geth and the Deception of Dreams, Chapter 7: Wet Behind the Ears

"I have mixed feelings about mobs. On one hand, they're extremely good at holding torches, and they keep pitchfork salesmen in business. On the other hand, they seem a bit fanatical and touchy. Most mob scenes end with a street full of broken windows and people covered in pepper spray. I know from firsthand experience that angry mobs can make even the most confident of individuals feel bad about themselves. I remember how I felt while practicing my bassoon when large, angry mobs kept showing up at my doorstep and demanding that I stop. It's in moments like that when you begin to seriously doubt yourself.
People gathering can bring about mixed results."

I hope that you enjoyed this philosophy. Disclaimer: all rights go to Obert Skye, Shadow Mountain Publishing, etc.

Sividious Stark: The Stadium Between Worlds

Image from gregpark.net

I have just finished Sividious Stark: The stadium Between Worlds by Greg Park. I can honestly say that I liked the book. I would definitely read it again. And I would also recommend it to a friend, considering that this book was recommended to me, by a friend. I liked how you deeper little by little, layer upon layer. Some books just shove you right in— which is nice; it was just a nice change. I loved the combination between magic and sci-fi. And the characters were very relate-able. I especially loved the assortment of ideas. There were so many differing creatures and worlds. I loved the logic used when Sividious realized the time differentiation. My only problem, was that there was too much unfinished business. This is completely plausible assuming that there would be a sequel... but I didn't find such an indication. So, Greg Park, if you published a sequel to your new idea know that you will have at least one reader awaiting eagerly. Let's wrap up. I loved the book. It will definitely be added to my list of favorites!

We're Halfway There!

After what feels like years and years of waiting we are finally blessed with...the front cover. Alas, I'm not complaining. I expected a great weight to be lifted off my shoulders. What happened was I slipped to the floor in anguished wails. It's amazing art but... are you trying to kill us off Riordan? Huh? I'm not ashamed to say that it's working. My only regret in life is that I'll die of anxiety before I'll get to read that book. During the summer little sneak-peeks will be released. I'm not sure if this will help or hurt more. But, fellow readers, sleep with a smile knowing that we are halfway there! Just try not to think of this image while you do, or it will ruin!

Dance Ironies

Picture From:
www.dancewearsolutions.com

Picture From:
www.dance.about.com

Professional in Soft Shoes- Chaines? (Sha-nays) Easy. Let's do it!

Beginning Pointe Dancer- Chaines? Can I just not do them today?

Recent Cliff Hangers That Drive Me Crazy- Beyond Foo: Geth and the Return of the Lithens

WARNING!

THIS POST CONTAINS HUGE SPOILERS!

IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THE FOLLOWING BOOK DO NOT READ ON:

BEYOND FOO: GETH AND THE RETURN OF THE LITHENS

YOU WILL HIGHLY REGRET IT IF YOU DO NOT HEED MY WARNING.

THANK YOU!

Sorry about that. But indulging yourself to spoilers is just not good for you!

After finishing (grind, grind) Farworld: Air Keep, I realized that writing cliff hangers has really been in style lately. They've been popping up all over the place. Just today I was returning a book to a friend. I told him that I had just read another Mark of Athena style ending, and he rolled his eyes and said, "Another one?" Not that this is a bad thing, I'm just noticing. So in a few more posts I have little snips of many of the recent cliff hangers that have been published. That's why it is imperative that you don't read the rest of this post if you are behind in your reading.

Beyond Foo: Geth and the Return of the Lithens- 

After a large and tedious struggle with the bad guy, Geth and Clover experience a trip to the dungeons. There they find that Zale is Geth's brother. Geth escapes from the dungeon while knocking out Zale (who was being difficult). As they are escaping we read this:

"You know, it's pretty black," Clover observed.

"It's always dark before discovery," Geth whispered, sounding much too happy for the situation at hand. "That's why I've always thought there was something thrilling about stepping into the dark."

"Seriously," Clover complained. "You need professional help."

Geth reached up and scratched Clover behind the ears.

"Are we ever going to get back to Foo?" Clover asked.

"I don't know," Geth answered. "But it's going to be fun finding out."

"Hey, Toothpick," Clover said softly.

"What?" Geth asked.

"I'm not bored at all."

"Me neither," Geth said, smiling.

With Zale over his right shoulder, Clover on his head, and the fate of Zendor in his hands, Geth took a deep breath and stepped into the dark.

That's it. I ask you, what kind of an ending is that? (Obert Skye, this is not meant to be offensive, only acknowledging the brilliance.) It goes out softly, yet makes you hang. But this is nothing compared to what happened at the end of the next book. Wait for my next post to find out what it is.

Disclamer- All rights go to those who deserve them. I did not write the italicized text above.

Drama Games # 5: 472... (The Pun Game)

If you're good at coming up with hilarious puns, this is the game for you. This can be played with any number of people. It's simple. You just take turns reciting the words and go on until you get bored. Here's what to do: pick an object- it could be an animal, something that's not tangible, anything. For this example, our object will be a penguin.

When it's your turn you say: 472 penguins walk into a bar (ice cream shop, restaurant, whatever) and the bar tender says "We don't serve your kind here." The lead penguin says "That's not very ice of you!" (or any other pun pertaining to the object)

That's it. That's all it is. So go have fun and try it out!

Helpful (or in Other Words a Writing Tip) Hints: How to Write a Limerick Poem

Limericks are extremely fun poems to write. My favorite, actually. They are mainly used for silly or nonsense poems. They follow a certain beat and rhyming pattern.

A limerick follows this template:
Line 1: Rhyme A, 3 beats
Line 2: Rhyme A, 3 beats
Line 3: Rhyme B, 2 beats
Line 4: Rhyme B, 2 beats
Line 5: Rhyme A, 3 beats

The following is an example written by myself.

There once was a dictionary,

Who was so full, it was airy.

It was bound to explode

But was strictly forebode

By the angry diction-fairy.

See what I mean? All silly nonsense. But count the beats and check the rhyming patterns. Maybe that will help. Some people use the nursery rhyme Hickory Dickory Dock as an example for limericks. But it isn't one! The first and last lines are exactly the same, making it not a limerick.

Below is another set of limericks that follow a story. Again, I wrote this one. I do claim all copyrights, and such...blah, blah, blah. You may not reproduce this poem in any way, shape, or form without my permission. In other words, if you want to use it, just ask! I'm sure I'll be able to oblige.

Writing Poems

I'm writing poems for my teacher

Who's grueling like an evil creature.

If I want a good grade

I'll use Internet aid

For this rhyming, rhythmic feature.

I'm trying to find words that rhyme.

I'm running out of time!

I wish I could bail,

I'm going to fail.

Poem writing should be a crime.

I'm starting to fall asleep.

My wristwatch starts to beep.

Still blank is my paper;

Get me out of this caper!

I've gotten in way too deep.

This assignment's made me berserk.

I want to go home and shirk.

I'm beginning to fear

My teacher is here

To come and collect my work.

"Let's see your poem, don't sass.

Just hand it over and pass.

Read your poem aloud."

I try to look proud

As I stand up in front of the class.

"Sam saw a bat that was falling;

The yellow thesaurus is bawling.

Ted did not miss the flow

And the ostrich flew low.

So the whirlpool was scrumptiously calling."

My poem wasn't that great.

My teacher moved out of the state.

I did get an F,

Is there anything left

For me and my pitiful fate?

Cautionar Dolionis- A Wild Flower Growing Near You

Picture a brightly colored plant with barely a stem, leaves, or roots. Its rotund petals seem to be the only thing that can be seen above ground. It blooms like a wildflower along the sides of roads and trails. Sometimes they can be spotted in clumps in the parks and places. Most of the time they grow to be a vibrant orange color. Though sometimes the blooms are yellow or green. Most are striped with yellow patterns as well. The petals seem to shine or glow when the light hits them just right. With barely a stem or roots the Cautionar Doloinis gets tossed up in the wind and storms easily. 

Some peculiar things about these interesting specimens is that the primates in the area tend to avoid them. It's like an instinct. And we don't know exactly how they reproduce. Some are blown by the weather, and others are distributed by the help of primates or other creatures.

These flowers like others tend to bloom during the commencement of spring and continue to bloom in full force throughout the summer and lingering into the late fall. Below is a picture of the Cautionar Dolionis in its natural habitat.

Cautionar Dolionis
Common Name: Construction Barrel

HAPPY APRIL FOOLS DAY!

House of Hades- I Could Just Cry

Here's a little something that I put together when I was bored last night. I think I got just a bit carried away. If the pictures won't show up, I apologize. I'll leave a description.

First: A little reminder

And then a bit of whining:

And how is the world reacting?

Judging by the statistics...

And our pathetic reassurances...

Little advice like this isn't helping:

We use a little bit of profound spying...

...until we can't stand it any longer. It's time to go extreme:

LET'S GET HIM!!!!!!!!!

House of Hades... Coming out October 8th of 2013

I did not make or claim any copyrights for any of these images. All rights go to those who deserve them.

Helpful (Or Not so Helpful) Hints: Roman Numerals

Could the Romans count to 5,000? I guess we might never know. After doing extensive research on the matter, I have discovered that the number 5,000 is not listed among Roman numerals. The farthest you can count to, in fact, is 4,999 and nothing above. Here is a chart showing the numerals and how to convert them.

I- 1 (no surprise there, right?)
V- 5
X- 10
L- 50
C- 100
D- 500
M- 1000

The numbers work in sets of fives. So it works like this:
III- Each figure up to 3 is the equivalent of one. This figure shown here is the number 3.
IV- This is the number 4. The I is before the V, signifying that 4 is one number before 5. Nine is like this as well. Except that it's one before ten.
V- This is 5. I swear I've already explained this to you. :)
VII- This is 7. Because the I's are after the V, signifying that the number 7 is two numbers after 5.

Is it starting to make sense now?

Another example. Below is the the highest number that the Romans could count to.

MMMMCMXCIX- 4,999

Here's how.
MMMMCMXCIX- The M's, because there's four of them, represent 4,000.
MMMMCMXCIX- C (100) is before M (1000). This is 900. This is like the number four explained above.
MMMMCMXCIX- Same principle as above just a place value below- 90
MMMMCMXCIX- This one's easy- 9

I hope that's helpful to those of you who would like to know what chapter you are on when reading Heroes of Olympus and such. Oh, and if anyone can tell me what the Roman numeral for 5,000 is, would you please let me know? I'm sure that the Romans could count past that if they wanted to. We are probably just blind. Or lazy. Which ever one works.

Happy Pi Day

Now, I'm not a math person. I'm not going to recite to you all the digits of pi, but I will show you my favorite kind of pi.
Introducing  π (pi). The Greek letter that is translated into the English letter p.
Happy Pi day!

 π

It's not fair! It's so not fair...

I must admit, I had it planned out well. I had just finished A Wrinkle in Time and had formed a reading plan. This was going to be great. I would go to the library and check out Shakespeare's Twelfth Night or What You Will, (I had to write an essay on it anyway) read 1 act a day until Friday, and then finally pick up the fourth installment of the Thirteenth Reality series. I would read it that following week and then the library would deliver up Farworld: Air Keep.
But things began to fall apart quickly.
I thought it would happen that I couldn't get those certain books from the library, that the person who had them previously wouldn't be done in time. But no... it was much, much worse.
First I read too many acts. This worried me up until around 2:00. Then that problem solved itself in order to make way for a much bigger problem.
I saw a friend of mine at a table and chose to sit by him (why would I not?). I put my stuff on the chair and he casually pulled out a book from his bag. I backed up quickly, dropping my stuff. "Put that away!" I told him. And then in a very Golem-like voice: "It burns! It burns me!"
"Why?" my friend asked. Then, as if to rub salt into an open wound, he dropped the cursed book  on the table right in front of me.
I gasped pathetically and clutched my chair for assistance. "That's not funny!" I wheezed. "You put that away right now!"
My friend then had the nerve to laugh. He opened the book two chapters away from the ending and began to read. "I'm almost done with it."
I jerkily sat in my chair next to him. I was trying to get some homework done (yes, the same essay mentioned above) and my friend and his awful book were definitely not helping. I tried to ignore it, but my friend kept growling and laughing at random parts. He reached the epilogue and whimpered. That was when I could stand it no more.
My friend finished the book with my eyes on him the entire time. When he was done he glanced up at me and laughed. "You want to read the first chapter?"
He took me by surprise. He had recently bought this book and had begun reading it on Saturday. Was he offering it up to me so that I could... no. I mustn't get too hopeful.
"Uh-uh." I sighed.
"Oh, come on. I'll let you borrow it if you want."
I thought of my reading plan and again with a reluctant stubborness said, "No."
"It's just one chapter." Then he leaned in real close and whispered, "Peer-pressure!"
That did it.
"I'll read one chapter," I gave in. "But only one."
I read it swiftly and blissfully. I resented that the last page was looming near. When it was done I slid the book back toward it's owner. "I'm finished," I sniffed.
"You've gotta take it," he persisted.
"No," I said.
"Yes."
"No!"
"Fine, I won't force you if it will ruin your day. I'll just put it away now." Then he slid it into his backpack slowly.
"Fine!" I stopped him.
He handed the book back to me and I cradled it close. My friend looked thoroughly satisfied.
"You enjoy that," he said with a smile.
"Oh, I will," I replied.

So, completely out of order of my original plan, I am now reading Farworld: Air Keep. I know I'm a bit overly dramatic but, reading books has never been so much fun!

Writing Tips- My Characters Part 1- Character Analysis

When I develop characters I make sure that I know these things:

Physical Appearance- Hair, eyes, face, height, approximate weight, any piercings or tatoos, mouth, and facial expressions. 

Clothing- Overall style of clothing.

Movements- How does your character move? With confidence, hesitance...?

Behavior- How does he/she act with other people? By themselves?

Home- Where they live: home, town, bedroom.

School/Work/Activities- Know what or how these are done.

Family- This mostly pertains to who the character lives with or who they will meet. For example one of my characters has an aunt that will be coming to visit. 

Possessions- Many characters will have a necklace or something that is special to them. Know what is in their bedroom or the place they live.

Interests- Things they like to do or are interested in. This could drive the plot highly or be the main point of the story.

These next few are optional, but I like to include them.

Beliefs- religion, devotion?

My character is the sort of person who... (for example)

1. Tries to stay out of trouble.

2. Is not the best student.

3. Is picked on a lot.

4. Is unsure of herself.

5. Is surrounded by mystery and worry.

I also like to list a lie that my character would tell.

"Do or Do Not, There is No Try"- Auditioning for a Part

When you are auditioning-
Make eye contact- You want to seem confident and at ease when auditioning.
Remove jewelry, watches, or dangling things- When you're nervous you tend to play with things on yourself. I always pull my hair back and take off all jewelry.
Avoid your default position- Folding your arms, rocking back and forth, twisting, all signs of nervousness- makes the directors feel uncomfortable.
Never apologize- If you're sick, they'll know. Apologizing is like saying "I'm so sorry that you can't hear just how great I am because I happen to be dysfunctional at the moment. But I promise, every other time, I'll sound great!"
Always self-build- Never tell yourself before an audition or performance that you "are going to die!" Tell yourself things like "I can do this. I've rehearsed this. I'll make it!"
Never ask to start over- Everybody makes mistakes. What the directors will be looking for is how well you can push through them. Make it seem like you did it on purpose.
Smile, stay calm, and focus- The more at ease you are, the better.
Don't rush- It'll be over soon. Slow down, and enjoy it.

When auditioning requires you to sing a song-
Most auditions require you to sing sixteen bars of a Broadway song. If you don't know what sixteen bars is, look it up or count. Or ask someone.
Pick a song that is in your range- If you can't hit all the notes in the piece that you are singing and sound nice, this is not the song for you.
Make sure you understand the song- Understand why or how this song was originally performed. Stand in front of a mirror and speak the words. Your hands should do what you would normally do in the situation that the song gives.
Project- You might audition in a small room, but imagine that you are performing in front of a New York style audience. Be LOUD!
Bring your music- Make sure you bring the sheet music for your piece. Bringing a CD or singing acapella is not acceptable. This pianist will be able to play the song. If you need it in a certain key, tell them.
Pick your song carefully- Singing a song from a recently premiered Broadway, or movie, is not a good idea. For example if you sing Popular from Wicked, people will compare you to Kristen Chenowith. And unless you are a Broadway star, this makes you look bad. Doing a song from Les Miserables at this time after the movie just came out, might not be a good idea either.

After auditions-
If you're not called back, this doesn't mean you're not in the production, it just means they don't need to see you again.
If you don't make the part you want it doesn't mean that you are not good, it could mean that you are just not right for the part. For example (again I'm referring to Wicked) Kristen Chenowith was perfect for the part of Galinda, meanwhile Indina Mendenzel would not have been able to do as good of a job. But she worked great for Elphaba!

Happy Valentine's Day!

I know it's a little late, but here is my valentine for you.

"If I was going to pick one person in the world to reattach my head, I'd pick you."
-Percy Jackson: Demigod Files, Rick Riordan

Hope you enjoyed your holiday!

Drama Games- Gibberish Translator

You need 4 people plus an audience. Two people sit in two chairs side by side each other. The other people stand to the side of each chair on the edges. The two people in the chairs are arguing about something. But the twist is that they can only speak Gibberish  The people on the edges are translators. In some versions, the Gibberish speaking are given a relationship, or a topic to argue on. The conversation goes something like this:

Gibberish 1: Blah, blah blah blah blah blah.
Translator 1: Cats are way better than dogs.
Gibberish 2: Muh muh muh muh muh mumumuh!
Translator 2: No way! You have no reason to think that!
Gibberish 1: Blah.
Translator 1: Yes I do! Cats are cleaner, smaller, and quieter. They can get their own food and they don't require that much attention. Dogs are smelly, messy, hungry, hyper, and big. You can't possible think they are better than cats.

Good example? Yes, I think so. You might ask though, how does blah translate into all of that? It doesn't matter. As long as they are arguing and translating. But watch out, don't get ahead of yourselves.

Obert Skye's Life Philosophies- A Perfect Birth

Obert Skye is an amazing author and philosopher. He has thoughts so intoxicatingly deep that I can't resist blogging about them. I will be sticking these under my author page under Obert Skye's name. Enjoy, and think Skye-ward.

This first philosophy is from Leven Thumps and the Gateway to Foo, Chapter 1: A Relative of Foo, The Birth of Leven

"Who can say for sure what constitutes the perfect birth? Perhaps a mother, while playing cards and sipping lemonade, might simply hiccup, pat her stomach, and there in her arms would be a beautiful child, already diapered and pink-cheeked, looking up at her and emitting a soft coo. That wouldn't be too bad.
Or perhaps, while taking a nice ride up the coastline on a golden afternoon, a woman might tap her husband on the shoulder and say, "Look what I found."
Together they would peer into the backseat and there would be their lovely newborn buckled in a car seat and sleeping blissfully. A person could argue that that scenario would be perfect to a lot of people."

Like I said, I did not write any of this. This is all Obert Skye's grand work. All rights belong to him and Shadow Mountain Publishing, and whoever else might deserve them.

Helpful (or not so helpful) Hints: A Not-so Important Thing that You May or May Not Want to Know About Book Series

Book Series (Series? Serieses?) come in many different sizes. You may be reading a series right now and you may wonder: What type of series is this? Or you may not. But either way, just continue to read this post and enjoy it because I have placed my heart and soul into this thing, and that's what the courteous person would do. Oh man! I need to go back to bed.

Different series of books have a different number of books in them. Surprisingly, all these different series have different names.

A series with one book in it is not a series. It is a book. Or possibly a companion.
A series with two books is called a Duology. (Reiyalindis)
A series with three books is called a Trilogy. (The second most common series type. Beyond the Spiderwick Chronicles, Pillagy, Kane Chronicles, Serpent Tide series)
Four books is a Quadrilogy. (Peter and the Starcatchers series, Jimmy Fincher Saga)
Five books is a Pentalogy or Quintet. (The most common series type. Leven Thumps, Fablehaven, Percy Jackson, Spiderwick, The Time Quintet)
Six books is a Hexalogy (I've heard it called a Saga or a Sixtet).
Seven books is a Heptalogy or a Septalogy. (Harry Potter, Septimus Heap, The Chronicles of Narnia)
Eight books is a Octalogy.

Now you've gained some knowledge. Go imply it into your natural lives. Though I wouldn't recamend going around telling people that you're reading a 'Hexalogy'. You might get some strange looks.

Helpful (or not so Helpful) Hints: How to Use a Sword

Aside from being full of amazing adventure, books are full of very helpful information. Don't believe me? Here's proof:

How to use a sword:

It isn't too complicated. Insert the blade into the body of your enemy.
-Aram, Beyonders #2, Seeds of Rebellion,-Brandon Mull

Hit enemies with a sword until they're dead. If they rise again, hit them again. Repeat as necessary.
-Horus, Kane Chronicles #3, Serpent's Shadow, -Rick Riordan

I Have an Announcement...

I have an announcement to make and it is as follows: Greek Mythology has moved off of this website! I will still keep my Greek myths page on, but I will no longer be making any more posts on it. I decided that there is simply too much to know and learn about Greek mythology to try and shove it in with music, drama, and books. So I have detached that portion and gave it a new identity. It is gogreekforteens.blogspot.com. So go explore and have fun! May the gods be on your side.

My Favorite Quotes

Everything can have drama if it's done right. Even a pancake.
-Julia Child

Music is about the only thing left that people don't fight over.
-Ray Charles

Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart.
-Pablo Casals

Music is everybody's possession.
-John Lennon

Music should strike fire from the heart of a man, and bring tears from the eyes of a woman.
-Ludwig Van Beethoven

If music be the food of love, play on!
-Shakespeare, Twelfth Night

The problem with getting quotes off the internet, is that you have to verify them.
-Abraham Lincon