Hello, my name is David Sheley, and this is my blog. I write about all kinds of things: Books, Movies, TV, Photography, VoiceOver, and I’ll even post stories that I’ve written myself. From time to time, I’ll have family members contribute to the blog as well.
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The Earth Strikes Back
The Rig was a moderately interesting show. It’s one of those shows where the trailer really draws you in, but the execution was a little meh. Continue reading The Earth Strikes Back
If at first you don’t succeed, burn the artificial brain and try again
Seo-hyun tries to create artificial intelligence using a copy of her mother’s brain as a baseline. Continue reading If at first you don’t succeed, burn the artificial brain and try again
I hope you don’t mind if I talk about whales
Extraordinary Attorney Woo is a very sweet story about a young lady on the Autism spectrum that becomes an attorney. Continue reading I hope you don’t mind if I talk about whales
Where Ye be hidin’ yur chest-o-gold, Mate?
Do you wan the bottom line up front? Here it is: This is an island-hopping, all canons firing, sword clashing, walk-the-plank kind of good time. Continue reading Where Ye be hidin’ yur chest-o-gold, Mate?
Don’t Shoot! I promise I’m not a spy. Ok, you got me. I am.
This book has been on my shelf for years. I’ve been meaning to read it, and I’m glad that I finally did. It was a pleasant adventure, far from Earth,… Continue reading Don’t Shoot! I promise I’m not a spy. Ok, you got me. I am.
The spaceship was an alien zoo controlled by an A.I.
Timothy Zahn is definitely one of my favorite authors. He loves to explore a wide variety of topics in his science fiction novels. In The Sibyl’s War trilogy, he explores… Continue reading The spaceship was an alien zoo controlled by an A.I.
I will save your life! Whether you like it or not!
In Apes and Angels, by Ben Bova, Brad makes first contact with an alien species. Then, he tries to save them – whether they like it or not. Continue reading I will save your life! Whether you like it or not!
Nobody Wanted To Listen To Them
Contrary to popular belief, humans are the good guys this time. Continue reading Nobody Wanted To Listen To Them
I Have An Idea – Let’s Do Something Really Stupid…
I thought, “Surely they can’t make a GOOD movie about two girls being stuck at the top of a tower.” I was wrong. Continue reading I Have An Idea – Let’s Do Something Really Stupid…
I Can’t Believe You Smashed My Glass Dragon Spaceship!
Wait. What? Yeah, you’re just going to have to read the book to find out. I really try not to spoil these books with my “reviews”, but it’s really hard… Continue reading I Can’t Believe You Smashed My Glass Dragon Spaceship!
All I want for Christmas is not to die
You know me. I’m a sucker for science fiction, but every once in a while, I’ll venture outside of my comfort zone and read something else, like historical fiction. Read… Continue reading All I want for Christmas is not to die
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! Here’s a quick review of what I read in 2022 as well as some of the objectives I’d like to accomplish in 2023. Continue reading Happy New Year!
I Finally Finished It!
It took me nearly the entire year to complete this book, but it was definitely an interesting look at the history behind the airship and the airplane. If this is… Continue reading I Finally Finished It!
Resilient
Resilient was written during, and partially in response to, some of the tensest and most difficult hours of the COVID-19 pandemic. John Eldredge has been a Christian counselor for several… Continue reading Resilient
Book 2 of The Nutcracker Trilogy is Now Available on Audible!
Exciting News! The audiobook version of The Watcher’s Realm is now available for your listening pleasure on Audible! Narrated by none other than yours truly. Continue reading Book 2 of The Nutcracker Trilogy is Now Available on Audible!
This is a Test. This is Only a Test.
Andy Marino’s Escape from Chernobyl is a great read for young and old alike. This historical fiction depicts the very real events of April 26, 1986 through the eyes of… Continue reading This is a Test. This is Only a Test.
Blessed Mode
Blesed Mode by Kel Mitchell Synopsis Blessed Mode is a 90-day, daily devotional that will challenge and encourage you. Each devotional also contains a prayer and an action that you… Continue reading Blessed Mode
Alien First Contact on Jupiter!
I’ve had my sights set on this book for a long time. My wife, Kara, read it years ago (it was published in 2002) and had said that it was… Continue reading Alien First Contact on Jupiter!
There’s Something in the Fog
At first, I didn’t want to go outside in the cold to take these photos, but I’m glad that I did! Continue reading There’s Something in the Fog
Why do I do this to myself?
Whenever I start reading a new book, I am compelled to finish said book, no matter what. I’m not sure what it is that causes this. Is it out of… Continue reading Why do I do this to myself?
Book-Tracking Apps, Part III (Goodreads)
In Part III, we look at Goodreads. It’s a good app, all-around, though it could use a fresh look. Oh, and did I mention that it’s free? Continue reading Book-Tracking Apps, Part III (Goodreads)
I’m Stressed, and that’s OK
It’s OK to experience stress in your life. Just don’t suffer in silence or isolation. Surround yourself with people that will love on you and support you when you are… Continue reading I’m Stressed, and that’s OK
Book-Tracking Apps, Part II (Delicous Library)
In Part II of this mini-series on Book-Tracking apps, I show you an oldie, but a goodie: Delicious Library. This Mac OS only app used to be a great library… Continue reading Book-Tracking Apps, Part II (Delicous Library)
PIVOT
The time has come for a change. Instead of struggling to continue to write book “reviews”, I’m opening up this site to my other interests as well – namely, photography… Continue reading PIVOT
Book-Tracking Apps, Part I (Bookly)
I’ve been using Bookly for a number of years now, and I’ve mostly loved the experience. The look and feel of the app is just great! It’s relatively user friendly,… Continue reading Book-Tracking Apps, Part I (Bookly)
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