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Paperback copy of “All Systems Red” by Martha Wells.

#BooksRead2025 - 038 - “All Systems Red” by Martha Wells

The initial novella in The Murderbot Diaries has Murderbot on a survey mission upon the surface of a distant planet through a wormhole. Short, pointed story introducing a much larger world.

Movie poster for SUPERMAN (2025).

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Super wholesome and a great world-building introduction to the new DCU. Big up Mr. Terrific and the rest of the gang! Ready for more already.

I have “The Underground Railroad” on my shelf… and a few others by Whitehead.

Paperback copy of “True Love: A Practice for Awakening the Heart” by Thich Nhat Hanh.

#BooksRead2025 - 037 - “True Love: A Practice for Awakening the Heart” by Thich Nhat Hanh

A very short meditation on building loving kindness through mindfulness. Picked up to read while waiting for a show to begin. Always admire the ecumenical approach to mindfulness.

The film is excellent. I listened to this one while doing morning walks. Difficult, but insightful read.

Paperback copy of “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann.

#BooksRead2025 - 036 - “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann

A tale of Native genocide, carried out on the Osage after discovering massive oil wealth. Basis for the hit movie. Still resonates today and demonstrates the importance of telling Native stories.

Paperback copy of “The Tower of Swallows” by Andrzej Sapkowski.

#BooksRead2025 - 035 - “The Tower of Swallows ” by Andrzej Sapkowski

Book four of the Witcher Saga is a tale told from a number of different, sometimes confusing perspectives. But Ciri’s trials and role become clear heading into the final book.

Movie poster for OH, HI! (2025).

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From Sophie Brooks, a film that makes Misery or Gerald’s Game into a romantic comedy. Funny tension, ridiculous dialogue, and a cute ending. Weird, but good.

Movie poster for KPOP DEMON HUNTERS (2025).

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Hilarious animated film that is delightfully self-aware in its storytelling. Must be cool with modern K-Pop! #CouchCouchCouchCouch #ControlYourShoulders

#PrideMonth2025 - New T-Shirt!

Paperback copy of “The Power” by Naomi Alderman.

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Considers what would happen if women developed a special electrical power within the world, and the cataclysmic changes that power shifts bring. FANTASTIC!

Movie poster for PREDATOR: KILLER OF KILLERS (2025).

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A triptych of stories across time that culminates in a shared finale. Kinda dug all the different stories, and liked the surprise release of it all. Definitely for franchise fans!

Movie poster for JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH (2025).

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Super awesome treat for the Monday Mystery Movie! Some cliché dialogue and underdeveloped characters, but edge of your seat thrills and DINOSAURS! #SluttyLittleGlasses

Movie poster for THE MATERIALISTS (2025).

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A film about the value of marriage, in which Captain America and Reed Richards vie for the heart of Madame Web. Poignant, insightful, and frustrating.

Movie poster for BALLERINA (2025).

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Solid entry into the John Wick Universe. Plenty of room for more. Great, but sad to see Lance Reddick on screen one last time. #Flamethrower

Movie poster for 28 YEARS LATER (2025).

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I’m glad Boyle and Garland came back to take zombie films in a whole new direction. Mostly a film about world-building, so I’m looking forward to the sequels!

Movie poster for HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (2025).

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Visually stunning, probably one of the better live action remakes. Kinda wish I saw the 3D. Hope it does well enough for sequels!

I’ve read some theories, but I have some pretty practical, if unlikely solutions that involve people lying, including the newspaper men.

Paperback copy of “Make Room for Love” by Darcy Liao.

#BooksRead2025 - 033 - “Make Room for Love” by Darcy Liao

A trans woman and a butch lesbian fall in love while roommates in New York City. Great spice, swoony romance. Loved all the sub-plots related to union organizing.

Audiobook cover for “The Colorado Kid” by Stephen King, as read by Jeffrey DeMunn.

#BooksRead2025 - 032 - “The Colorado Kid” by Stephen King

Written for Hard Case Crime and the loose basis for the show Haven, a frustrating tale about a body found on a Maine island by two high school kids, as told by two old newspaper men.

Paperback copy of “Hell Followed With Us” by Andrew Joseph White.

#BooksRead2025 - 031 - “Hell Followed With Us” by Andrew Joseph White

After Christian fundamentalists unleash a horrific body-altering virus, a trans boy escapes a religious compound and find connection with a queer survivalist community. Intense, graphic queer-affirming tale.

Hardcover copy of the Library of America’s “Hammett” anthology, including “The Maltese Falcon”.

#BooksRead2025 - 030 - “The Maltese Falcon” by Dashiell Hammett

Sam Spade’s big adventure investigating his partner’s death and a mysterious statue making the rounds in San Francisco. Very dated, but foundational for the genre.

Book cover for “Ready Player Two” by Ernest Cline.

#BooksRead2025 - 029 - “Ready Player Two” by Ernest Cline

A strong sequel to the first novel, hitting the same nostalgic beats while expanding the universe even further. Still room to take it further if Cline wants.

Movie poster for OUIJA: ORIGIN OF EVIL (2016).

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Continuing my tour through the Flanaverse, this period piece horror film really stretches the notion of a PG-13 horror film to the limits. Fun ties to the first film.

Movie poster for THE LIFE OF CHUCK (2024).

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Mike Flanagan ASTOUNDS in this Stephen King adaptation. Great storytelling. Amazing cast. A true meditation on the meaning of life and our place in it.

Paperback copy of “Baptism of Fire” by Andrzej Sapkowski.

#BooksRead2025 - 028 - “Baptism of Fire” by Andrzej Sapkowski

An exceedingly transitional story in The Witcher Saga. All the main characters wander around multiple battlefields attempting to stay alive. And mostly succeeding.

Movie poster for DANGEROUS ANIMALS (2025).

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Australian serial killer horror film with a focus on sharks and near escapes. Can’t recommend it many aside from horror fans. Some decent jump scares. #OobieDoobieMF

Movie poster for MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: THE FINAL RECKONING (2025).

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If there is ever going to be an end to this franchise, then this film is it. References just about every entry and leans heavily into the stunts. Fun movie.

Paperback copy of “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline.

#BooksRead2025 - 027 - “Ready Player One” by Ernest Cline

As read by Wil Wheaton, the bestselling novel with more nerdy references than any other book I’ve read. For the lonely geek seeking connection.