TWD mid-season finale (possible spoilers)

   Awright... who's the one that invented THEE MID-SEASON FINALE?? I remember when a season  consisted of a show running from September to June. And the World Series was in like September or something. But I digress, this is BLAH BLAH BLOG and the God awful idea of a mid-season finale is our present, not the nostalgic 60's or 70's. 
   The Walking Dead... what can I say, it was a good episode. Rick realizes that even submitting to Negan will get people killed, so why not become the ruthless group they really are and fight. Truthfully, a lot of Negan's own group have to have some kind of gripe with him. How he hasn't just been sniped by someone at his camp is beyond me. He creates monsters and carries around a baseball bat for protection. 
   And don't get me started on Rosita. Don't you look at Sasha like you're all wonderful; getting Olivia killed and Eugene taken away in the memory of Abraham. Finally, the annoying and arrogant Spencer bites it; the entire Monroe family is now defunct. In the comics he is more or less Andrea's boy toy and not Rosita's. Again digressing.
   We are all thrilled that Daryl's escaped and with Jesus' help, after pummeling Fat Joey's head in like Glen's and Abraham's heads were. Anyway, once Negan discovers Daryl's gone will he flip? Will he just flip on Dwight?
   The second half of THEE SEASON which returns in February, looks incredibly promising. Yay, for satisfying violence! Oh and if you don't already watch the Talking Dead, you might want to consider it. Chris Hardwick is fab. See ya' then!

Channel Zero on Syfy

This mini-show has been over for a few weeks. It's taken me this long to actually write about it because it falls under the category "Things That Make You Go Hmm". The story line was strange and creepy. I loved the idea of the children's show that gave kids the creeps back in the 80's and some of the visuals were unusual and unexpected. But Channel Zero came to an end. It left me wondering if there will be another season with a different story line. So with this show being short and sweet coming literally out of no where, it's something I will remember. Different, odd and obscure. My type of show.

YOU"RE THE WORST on FXX season finale

    Woe is me and not for just one reason. I love this show and all its characters. I want to hang out with these wretched folks and partake in caring/not caring about each other. I want to be able to tell them off, live the California life and be in my early 30's. So my running to the TV on Wednesday nights has come to an end, for now. That would be woe number one. 
    Woe number two, Jimmy abandoning Gretchen on that hill-cliff place. Does he just drive around the corner for a bit of a cry? Was she wearing heels? Because walking home or getting down to the road for someone to pick her up will totally suck. Will they ever get over their mommy/daddy issues? And how long was he sitting on that ring?       
    I'ts nice to see Lindsay (the evil version of Betty Boop) actually loving the idea of growing up and it was also fun to watch Paul be mean to her or anyone FINALLY. The absolute worst couple of all, Vern and Becca, actually survive the season still together. 
    Let's face it, Dorothy and Edgar, made no sense. That being said, although I do enjoy all the story lines, my favorite episode was the one when Edgar loses it. The episode revolved completely around him, a rotten day in his rotten life and his serious PTSD problem. In those quick 30 minutes or less we got to see Desmin Borgess' talent. It was an impressionable half hour. Well written and well acted. Season 4, you're well awaited. 

The Strain on FX

So I'm watching The Strain a couple of weeks ago and BAM! out of nowhere it was the season finale. I had no clue it was that time, maybe because I was enjoying it every Sunday night, when as I'm watching I'm thinking HEY, this is more than a regular episode here. Things were taking drastic turns while I was unprepared. And Zach! WTH, dude? But we must plod along and it wouldn't surprise me if that kid eventually becomes the "MASTER" and Eph has to kill him. Anyway, as usual, I love the show. I don't watch shows I do not like. The characters, the actors were great as always. Eichorst might be my favorite TV villain and I like that it's based off a comic series. We lost lot of characters by the end this year, when last year we only had to mourn Nora. (oh and maybe Coco). The Mayor and her NYPD officer, Angel, and finally Kelly, who found a brief stint on Channel Zero, my new favorite on SyFy. I hope to see the rest of the cast next season, as I love them all and Zach... maybe get some therapy, kid! Just kiddin', the young actor did a wonderful job. He made the Zach character surprise me. Not easily done. See ya's next season!

My review of MELTING STEELE by author Kimberly Amato

MELTING STEELE is the second installment of author Kimberly Amato's STEELE SERIES. The irresistible Jasmine "Jazz" Steele is back solving a gruesome crime (the more gruesome, the better, I say) There's some touchy subjects... after all, this is a criminal mystery, and Ms. Amato handled it very well. I love how tough this character is, and the book does have humorous moments, little quips here and there which bring humanity to the bad guy/good guy scenarios. Other than Jasmine, I've become attached to Vic, the medical examiner and also to her partner, the ex-Marine, Will. I'm impatiently waiting for BREAKING STEELE, so I can join the gang again, see what goings on Jasmine gets herself into, and to see if she gets the revenge she so desperately needs.

The Walking Dead Season 7 Opener (spoiler if you haven't possibly seen it by now)

So, I'm sure anyone with a blog and their mother, will be writing about the first episode of season 7 of The Walking Dead, like I'm about to do. Strangely enough, I don't know what to say, as someone who has read these comics and knows it doesn't play out exactly the same, I knew Glenn might be in the running. I did however, think it was Abraham, as Negan replied "You took that like a champ", who else's head could possible handle it like a champ but him, so I did expect both. Then there was the constant mention of the ax. I kept waiting for Rick's hand to get chopped off ...as per comic...and it gave a lot of opportunity for that to happen.... but it didn't. I'm not a fan of the Negan phase of the comics. Maybe because after Glenn and Abraham were killed (comic book wise) there wasn't a new character to replace them in the likability category. It just left a big hole. So our remaining characters are going to have to ramp it up and I'm sure they will. Great casting and writing all around, as always. 

ALL ROADS DESTINED: A Collection of Dark Fiction & Poems

Since I'm not at the end of any books that I can review or at the end of any shows I watch, I've decided to let everyone know my second book ALL ROADS DESTINED: A Collection of Dark Fiction & Poems has been published and available on Amazon.com and Outskirtpress.com. Since it's only been out a few days, distribution by the publisher is not complete, otherwise it would available at B&N.com and other book related sites. The first half of the book is a continuation of The Outposts (a sci/fi post apocalyptic saga) which I started in my first book ALL ROADS HOME: A Collection of Short Stories. If things go as planned there will be another two ALL ROADS books in the future, where more Outpost stories go on. The other short stories are dark fiction related, sadness, twisted endings, creepy characters, isolation, depression...ya know, fun stuff. Happy endings?? What the heck is that about?? If you're just a tiny bit sinister like me... but then again I do share some "awareness" & "human nature" bits. As far as the poetry, it ain't the lovey-dovey kind. The stage play scripts are macabre or "scary".  So if you're looking for something different, try me. I'm a different breed. And if you decide to read my books, I hope you enjoy! Enjoy the oddness and me; "making weird normal".

USA's Mr. Robot

This Blah Blah Blog post is dedicated to Mr. Robot on USA Network. First off, I cannot say enough about this show. Secondly, I'm awestruck and can barely write one word about it. If I say "brilliant", its just not enough. "Stunning", "unbelievable talent"... these words are understatements. There are a handful of shows I watch, Mr. Robot is one that's not just something I watch. I wait and listen intensely for every word spoken. My eyes never leave the screen. How does one write about a show or a script, one idolizes? A cast that plays mainly against the backdrop of Coney Island, Brooklyn and NYC, is genius to a NYC girl such as myself. Between the writing, the acting, and the scenes, Mr. Robot isn't just a show, it's a work of art and I will miss this masterpiece until the next season begins.
Currently watching: You're The Worst, The Strain, and Joe Kenda: Homicide Hunter.

A Stone's Throw by Debbie Delouise

A STONE'S THROW by author Debbie DeLouise.... The main character, Alicia Fairmont leaves her Long Island town in search of her deceased husbands estranged family and becomes embroiled with the inhabitants and history of the old town he came from. I like how the author casts suspicion everywhere so that the book becomes a page turner for the reader. I could not put the book down until the end! I highly recommend this book for mystery and contemporary romance readers.  5/5 stars from me MYSTERY, SUSPENSE ROMANCE and available on Amazon.com !

What ALL ROADS HOME by Lisa Diaz Meyer is really about

   I have my own blog and I've yet to discuss my own book ALL ROADS HOME: A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES. I figure I better since my second book ALL ROADS DESTINED: A COLLECTION OF DARK FICTION AND POEMS comes out later this year. This will be a trilogy so eventually another ALL ROADS will show its face, hopefully next year.  I'll give you the breakdown that I posted on my FaceBook page  @LDMeyerAuthorAllRoads  and Twitter @LisaDMeyer .

   Since my 2nd #book ALL ROADS DESTINED will be out sometime before the end of the year, I've decided to tell a little bit about the 1st one, ALL ROADS HOME that's already been available all over the internet & in 2 NY stores, lifting the shroud of mystery of what's really going on between the front and back covers of the ALL ROADS trilogy. ALL ROADS HOME contains 6 different Contents, 6 different types of dark fiction & storytelling. Let's walk through them now briefly, shall we? I promise to be quick...
   ALL ROADS HOME ...1.The Outposts, has 7 chapters. At Beta Outpost four teenage boys live in a post apocalyptic world, where all that remains are 3 Outposts, 2 major cities, now ruled by the military and scientists, and a hidden frozen village. Trying desperately to heal the massive outbreak of women's cancers, the military and scientists work together to end the disease no matter who pays the price, including the women. At Gamma Outpost, we meet a group of younger boys, who's older brothers want to be rid the Military that they feel are holding them back. From Alpha Outpost we meet 2 sweet girls who are cancer resistant and meet up eventually with one of the main characters. The OUTPOST stories will run continually through the ALL ROADS trilogy. So an OUTPOSTS II will be in part 1 of ALL ROADS DESTINED, coming out later this yr.
     ALL ROADS HOME  Part 2 is labeled The Enduring, as these 6 dark/sad fiction stories are more about life or awareness although of course, some of them do have that unnatural twist about them.
   Part 3, The Oddities, are another 6 short dark fiction tales that contain the macabre, the dead, the afterlife and mind control.
    ALL ROADS HOME part 4, in The Particulars  I've written 5 pieces, short stories, poems and an essay that are BASED on real life events growing up in the reality of city life and loss of friendships.
    Part 5 are The Fragments, 7 poems about depression, abandonment and being victimized. 
    And finally, in part 6, are actual workable Play Versions of 5 of my dark short stories found inside the book. 
    ALL ROADS HOME has 36 dark short stories, odd poems, and plays that deal with isolation, depression, loss, coping, horror, the supernatural, and sci-fi. The use of the word "home" suggests yearning for home, finding home, and escaping from home. A road to normalcy, happiness and understanding...In a weird way...   http://www.lisadiazmeyer.com/ 
     The upcoming, ALL ROADS DESTINED will contain a longer continuation of the post apocalyptic/sci-fi Outposts in the first section, The Outposts II. In part 2, The Enduring has five dark short stories that linger on the unnatural and odd side and then part 3, The Fragments has 15 poems of urgent struggle and destination.

Home

Official website for author Lisa Diaz Meyer detailing her works, where to purchase her books, upcoming events and reviews. As well as books to be released.

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Hardcore Henry - Movie Review

    So I had the pleasure to watch HARDCORE HENRY over the weekend. I'll admit, I was leery as my 24 yr old son brought it home and I'd never heard of it. He explained it was a Must-See, so... Ok, I gave it a shot. 
    Number 1: its fast paced, first person based. It's exactly like watching a video game, a first person-shooter game with a great sense of humor. I found myself laughing hysterically.  A lot. For me, this is a good thing. As dark as I can be in my writing, reading, TV, movie and video game pleasure, I like to laugh and I love certain humor. Hardcore Henry hit my funny bone. Number 2: The bad guy. I'd say, someone please explain him to me but ya know what? Nah. He was entertaining and gave the best force push impersonation I've ever seen. Number 3: Jimmy. Just... Jimmy. There was an out of place musical number but I enjoyed the sense of humor of this movie and it helped explain some of the plot line. 
    I can't tell what's CGI'd or what the actual stuntman wearing a camera scenes were unless I watched it a few more times but seriously while watching this, you just don't care. Have fun with it. So if you are looking for fast paced, non-stop action, a bit of humor, video game experience in a movie, I do suggest Hardcore Henry. I, for one, am quite happy I gave it a shot.

My Goodreads Book Review: Steele Resolve by Kimberly Amato

STEELE RESOLVE by Kimberly Amato ....I gave this book a 5. The main character Jasmine struggles to deal with her overturned home life and her career as a detective. The banter is fun, while we watch this character go from thinking she's tough (and she is in ways) but has a gigantic heart underneath the badge.

Can we talk, Preacher..?

   Now that the first season of Preacher is over, I'd like to give my opinion, so here I go. 
First off, I loved it despite some comic book readers wanting the church/town to blow up in the first few episodes. I'm thinking, why rush it? The town and these people are nuts, lets just enjoy. Plus, ya' know Shane lasted way longer than he should've on The Walking Dead than in the comics, so let's just give Season One of Preacher its chance. 
   The casting was great. Am I surprised that the actors who play Jesse and Tulip are British? Yes and no. For some reason UK actors got that US southern accent down pat, it seems.
   They made us love Eugene although he put a young girl in a coma and wore his own twisted badge of shame on his face due to attempted suicide. And finally, Cassidy, my darlin' Cassidy. Who doesn't love a lullaby Irish accent or their way with words? He's hot, he's funny and livens every scene he's in. He owns his vampire...hood... ness, however it's said.
   Now for the Cowboy and here's where some of the comic readers might get annoyed with me but this is just an observation of the show and nothing really to do him being who he is. Ok... why is he so slow? His daughter is on her death bed and he is walking his horse (that he loves, I know) to another town in almost slow motion there and half way back. When he decides to save that family he meets on the road, he turns around and gallops that horse. One would think he would've been galloping most of the time to save his own kid. Other than that, I do like the unfortunate Cowboy story line. Thank you Preacher on AMC for entertaining me and I'm looking ahead to it's second season.

I've recently posted some Goodreads reviews

My review for author Debbie Delouise's book CLOUDY RAINBOW 

CLOUDY RAINBOW by Debbie De Louise

The tale's heroine is Dulcie Mills, a down to earth, likable character who chooses the people in her life very carefully. Along the way she finds great love and great friendships through the fifteen years she and her beloved cat spend together. The main character faces many highs, lows and heartbreaks but learns life can go on. The bond between Dulcie and her cat are remarkable and real to those who have ever loved a pet for so long. The romance factor is present with just a hint of some possible supernatural, giving the idea life comes full circle. The virtual world additions are easily understood and a plus as I am a gamer, myself. Contemporary romance readers and pet lovers will adore this book! I am giving it 5 stars and look forward to reading author Debbie De Louise's second novel, A Stone's Throw. 

My review for author Brian Scala's book Being Made

Author Brian Scala's dedication to detail in the music and sports world helped mold his characters and grow his characters while taking them through other aspects of life's ups and downs. The main characters were likable and easy to relate to, showing readers their very human side on their ride to music and sports success. It was a pleasant read and I hope to see more from this author in the future.

Indie authors need their time in the sun. Their work is real and from the heart/imagination. I have 3 more independent published books to read and review. My goal is to have them all completed by the end of this August. After that, I'm sure I'll find more

All Roads Home book trailer

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