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May 23, 2013Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Mr. Holmes
May 22, 2013Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was born on this day (May 22) in 1859.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle interview via Fox newsreel, 1927
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle discusses how his dissatisfaction with other detective stories led to the creation of Sherlock Holmes, his belief in psychic matters and fans believing Sherlock Holmes is a real person.
**Trying something new on the blog** What are your thoughts on Sherlock Holmes? Do you have a favorite case? Which actor do you think portrayed Sherlock best? We welcome everyone to contribute to the discussion today in the comments below!
Found: Ireland Stamp’s Short Story
May 20, 2013
Teenager Eoin Moore’s short story was created in Dublin’s Fighting Words program for young writers. It is showcased on An Post’s new 60c stamp celebrating Dublin’s permanent designation as UNESCO City of Literature. (via An Post and GalleyCat)
Our Curiouser Amber Ale
May 17, 2013
Our Curiouser Amber Ale, debuting at Lit Crawl Brooklyn!
Follow us “down the rabbit hole” this Saturday, May 18th, during Lit Crawl Brooklyn from 6-7pm at Musician’s General Store for a tasting of our beer, followed by literary games and prizes!
Special thanks to Bitter & Esters!
Out of Print’s Lit Crawl Details
When: Saturday, May 18, 6-7pm
Where: Musician’s General Store
Something’s Brewing at Out of Print
May 15, 2013Here at Out of Print, it’s safe to say we’re passionate about all things books, but we also have another great love: beer. This got us thinking: why not have both?
The creativity and passion inherent in the literature we enjoy is also present in the brewing process, and much in the same way fiction captures our imaginations, so might the bold aromas and flavors of a craft beer take hold of our senses. Once we realized the parallels of being immersed in an engaging story and enjoying a flavorful beer, we felt inspired to brew our very own literary-themed craft beer: an Alice in Wonderland-inspired Curiouser Amber Ale! Think of it as an adult twist on Alice’s Tea Party.
Follow us “down the rabbit hole” this Saturday, May 18th, during Lit Crawl Brooklyn from 6-7pm at Musician’s General Store for a tasting of our beer, followed by literary games and prizes!
**Brewing took place at Bitter & Esters in Brooklyn.**
Out of Print’s Lit Crawl Details
When: Saturday, May 18, 6-7pm
Where: Musician’s General Store
Found: Catch-22 outline
May 14, 2013
Joseph Heller’s chart outline for Catch-22 (via Flickr, h/t Flavorwire)
Children’s Book Week: Poster
May 13, 2013
Created by Brian Selznick, creator of The Invention of Hugo Cabret and Wonderstruck. It pays tribute to Remy Charlip and Maurice Sendak. (via GalleyCat)
Posters are available from the Children’s Book Council and Every Child a Reader at no cost beyond shipping. Order yours here.
