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Word of the Day

September 14, 2017

Word of the Day – Ginnel

Ginnel (noun) (northern English) gin-ul A narrow passage between buildings; an alley. Early 17th century:…

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Literary Awards News

September 13, 2017

The Man Booker Shortlist 2017 is Announced

Back in July we brought you news of the longlist for one of the most…

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Word of the Day

September 13, 2017

Word of the Day – Scrumdiddlyumptious

Scrumdiddlyumptious (adj) scrum-did-lee-ump-shus (of food) extremely tasty; delicious. (of a person) very attractive. humorous alteration…

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Adaptations News Video

September 12, 2017

The Trailer for Atwood’s Alias Grace Miniseries is Here and it’s Thrilling

Margaret Atwood is hot property right now and the recent adaptation of The Handmaid’s Tale…

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Adaptations Authors News

September 12, 2017

Ian McEwan Hits the Big Screen With Three Adaptations

If you’re a fan of Ian’s McEwan’s work then you’re in for a treat in…

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Word of the Day

September 12, 2017

Word of the Day – Malebolge

Malebolge (noun) (literary) mal-eh-bolj A pool of filth; a hellish place or condition. Mid 19th…

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Word of the Day

September 11, 2017

Word of the Day – Ameliorate

Ameliorate (verb) a-mee-lee-o-rayt Make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better. Mid 18th century: alteration of meliorate,…

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Word of the Day

September 10, 2017

Word of the Day – Monodactyl

Monodactyl (noun) mo-no-dak-til A condition in which there is only one finger or toe on…

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Adaptations Authors

September 9, 2017

Pennywise: 4 Unlikely King Novels that Reference the Clown

Fans of Stephen King’s work will know how interconnected many of his novels are. The…

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Word of the Day

September 9, 2017

Word of the Day – Hoick

Hoick (verb) (BrEn) hoy-k Lift or pull abruptly or with effort. Late 19th century: perhaps…

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