Wow! It is ages since a cute little, lovable character has come onto our screens to capture the hearts of every child and their family like ET did. Now he has competition . There is a new kid on the block – or should I say swamp? Labou is here. It is out on DVD…
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Vibrant reading, straight talking, motivation, results
Steve Miller is just the sort of mentor everyone needs in today’ s world. Everyday you open the paper or switch on the telly and the news is depressing. Crisis, closures, financial ruin, re-possessions, cost of living hiking up higher and higher coupled with an awful exchange rate of the sterling to the Euro if…
“In the Garlic” = “estar en el ajo”
“In The Garlic” a delightful read by Valerie Collins and Theresa O’Shea, must definitely be Number One book on “Must Have – Must Take ” list of everyone thinking of relocating or retiring out to Spain. The lovable, little Señor Garlic man on the cover will become your best friend and save you many headaches….
Bookshelf No. 4 from the Voice of Ebro – 29th September – A Brighter Read
Well, the rain sure came down last Friday night in Catalonia! It was on a par with a monsoon. Delightful for my olives and a disaster for the rice harvest in the Delta as the rain brings the price down. Yet, just the weather for a good read, discover a new hobby or craft away…
Bookshelf No 3 from the Voice of Ebro – 17 September – Brighter Autumn read
Week 3 of “Bookshelf” choices and the mornings are darker now, but nothing beats crawling out of bed and enjoying that first cup of coffee and turning the pages of a new book. The house is quiet. The washing can wait for another hour. Curl up on the couch and savour a few…
Bookshelf No.2 from the Voice of Ebro – 10 September – A brighter read
Week 2 of our Bookshelf collection for a Brighter Read. The selection is varied and covers different interests and activities for all age groups, but ensures enjoyment for all of you. Nothing beats a good read for relaxation and escapism into your own little world. Bliss! 1. “The King and I “-Herbert Breslin – witty…
Bookshelf No.1 from the Voice of Ebro – 3rd September 2007
Every week I will delight you with a choice of good reading material covering all the various needs of Expats and their families. No two weeks will be the same. The selection will be carefully researched and will also cover other European languages. All these books will be available through : http://www.brighterspain.com/books_for_expats…
>JAMES > JAUME> JIMMY>JIM BOY> ?
However, you pronounce James in Brighter Catalonia, one thing is for sure, James Patterson´s books are still a mighty good read in any language! (The translation is available in Spanish on the bookshelves here in Catalonia.) Oh, thank you Richard and Paula J. for mailing me your copy of “1st To Die” and, yes, my…