I went ahead and ordered tickets for the Michael Jackson film next month, This Is It. I don't know if the film will actually sell out since it's showing apparently everywhere, but I like pre-ordering my movie tickets when possible. It gives you that feeling of having something to anticipate. I didn't buy tickets for the opening day, but instead I'm going on Halloween.
I also picked up a new book at Borders today. It's called Occult America by Mitch Horowitz. I have no idea if it's any good, but I'll let you know. It's my latest non-fiction book. I found three copies of it on the wrong section at the bookstore. While I realize it was just misshelved, I decided to take a chance on it. Plus, I had a coupon for $5 off any history title.
In fiction news, I'm still in love with The Magicians by Lev Grossman. I bought the book because the advertising claimed that the book would be Harry Potter for adults. I feel that's misleading. The Harry Potter series is blessed with a hero - Harry - who always does the right thing. The Magicians has Quentin Coldwater whose decisions seem more like the flawed ones that the rest of us might make in a bad situation. I'll have to find a Fillory or a Brakebills sweatshirt to go with my Gryffindor scarf. ;)
Sunday, September 27, 2009
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