Reading is a big deal to me. I post excerpts from future anthologies, fiction, and the like to gain feedback on my work. I also write a lot about teaching kids the value of reading, and how a sound literary foundation can enhance their development.

"A Horse and His Boy" is the fifth of the seven-part series of fantasy novels for children written by C.S. Lewis. The Chronicles of Narnia series has been translated into dozens of languages and the Chronicles of Narnia movie and television productions have been big hits with people of all ages and backgrounds. Check out this photo of the cover of a Thai version of "Chronicles of Narnia - A Horse and His Boy" which was seen on sale at a bookstore in Thailand.

I just finished reading the new thriller Live Wire by best-selling author Harlan Coben. I enjoyed it so much that I immediately wrote a book review for it. The book features the author's regular hero Myron Bolitar along with his friend Win. Like other fans of Harlan Coben I was delighted he's published a new novel featuring his most popular characters.