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Review of A Memory of Light by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson

After nearly twenty three years and countless millions of words vomited out upon thousands of pages, Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time series finally concludes with its fourteenth volume, A Memory of Light. It has been a memorable series for those who’ve read, it albeit for some such as myself, it has become more an... Read more »

Jordan Roberts Goes From Indies to Disney

When Jordan Roberts, the director, writer, creator and financier of “3, 2, 1…Frankie Go Boom,” signed on to write the screenplay of “You’re Not You,” based on the novel of the same name, he was attempting to outrun his own bad luck.

This week's New York Times Bestsellers (May 6th)

In hardcover:George R. R. Martin's A Dance With Dragons is down two spots, finishing the week at number 14. For more info about this title: Canada, USA, Europe.Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's A Memory of Light is down four positions, ending the week at number 24. Show More Summary

Zygo Management Discusses Q3 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Zygo (ZIGO) Q3 2013 Earnings Call May 09, 2013 5:00 pm ET Executives John P. Jordan - Chief Financial Officer, Vice President and Treasurer Chris L. Koliopoulos - Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President Analysts Robert Benjamin...Show More Summary

Review of Towers of Midnight by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson

The Wheel of Time turns, and Ages come and pass, leaving memories that become legend. Legends fade to myth, and even myth is long forgotten when the Age that gave it birth comes again. This quote, which opens the main sequence of every single The Wheel of Time book, can, with some alterations be applied... Read more »

This week's New York Times Bestsellers (April 29th)

In hardcover:George R. R. Martin's A Dance With Dragons is up two spots, finishing the week at number 12. For more info about this title: Canada, USA, Europe.Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's A Memory of Light is up eight positions, ending the week at number 20. Show More Summary

Review of The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson

Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time series has been one of the most sprawling, character-intensive epic fantasies of the past twenty years. Spanning millions of words, this series, now reaching its twelfth volume out of a planned fourteen, has spawned dozens of fansites over the years, as well as engendering heated debates over matters ranging from... Read more »

Court OKs Barring Smart People From Becoming Cops (Really)

2 weeks agoNews : Reason

Reader Ryan McCormick sends his amazing story from ABC News. Robert Jordan wanted to be a cop and he applied for a job as such in New London, Connecticut. His problem? He scored too high on the IQ proxy test and was thus excluded from...Show More Summary

Jordan Reed: How Will Washington's Newest TE Fare in the Pros?

The Washington Redskins added another pass-catcher for quarterback Robert Griffin III to throw to in Round 3 of the 2013 NFL draft, selecting Florida tight end Jordan Reed with the No. 85 overall selection. Pro Outlook Reed is oftenShow More Summary

Review of Knife of Dreams by Robert Jordan

From what I’ve gathered, Knife of Dreams was lauded back in 2005-2006 as a sort of “return to form” for Jordan. The MMPB page count reached 860, so perhaps if “return to form” means writing a bunch of pages, then this book achieved that goal admirably. If “return to form” also means that the author... Read more »

Review of Mage’s Blood by David Hair

In a fantasy marketplace that has only recently seen a conclusion to Robert Jordan’s iconic Wheel of Time, and long suffering delays to George R.R Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, I’ve compiled a list of authors and series I can recommend in their place, which includes: Peter Brett’s Demon Cycle, Elizabeth Bear’s The... Read more »

Interview: Brandon Sanderson

I felt when I first read it that it was a satisfying ending. I felt it was the right ending. It’s been my guidepost for all the work I’ve done on this. There are going to be some holes. Robert Jordan told fans before he passed away that he didn’t want everything wrapped up neatly with a bow. Show More Summary

2013 NFL Draft: Division II Star Jordan Roberts Runs Down NFL Dream

No matter where you play, if you have the talent, somebody will find you. That is the motto of nearly every small-school football player seeking to become an NFL player and it applies to Charleston running back Jordan Roberts. Roberts...Show More Summary

This week's New York Times Bestsellers (April 15th)

In hardcover:George R. R. Martin's A Dance With Dragons is down one spot, finishing the week at number 12. For more info about this title: Canada, USA, Europe.Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's A Memory of Light is down six positions, ending the week at number 21. Show More Summary

Review of Crossroads of Twilight by Robert Jordan

Over the years, Crossroads of Twilight has borne the dubious distinction of being considered the “worst” WoT book of them all. Even fans of the series tend to view it as containing mostly extraneous material that could and should have … Continue reading ?

Review of Mage’s Blood by David Hair

In a fantasy marketplace that has only recently seen a conclusions to Robert Jordan’s iconic Wheel of Time, and long suffering delays to George R.R Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, I’ve compiled a list of authors and series … Continue reading ?

More inexpensive ebook goodies!

You can now download every volume in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time saga but the last installment for between 3.99$ and 5.99$:- The Eye of the World- The Great Hunt- The Dragon Reborn- The Shadow Rising- The Fires of Heaven- Lord of Chaos- A Crown of Swords- The Path of Daggers- Winter's Heart- Crossroads of Twilight- Knife of Dreams- The Gathering Storm- Towers of Midnight

Triumph “Catalina” Scrambler

It was a problem of Robert Jordan’s own making, and it smacked him upside the head every time he ventured into his garage. There sat a perfectly restored 1960s Triumph 650 desert sled, looking like it just came out of Steve McQueen’s garage. Right next… Read more » The world authority on custom motorcycles. Brought to you by Icon 1000

Review of The Path of Daggers by Robert Jordan

If A Crown of Swords is the first WoT book that I bought, A Path of Daggers (October 1998 publication) is the first WoT book that I bought in hardcover, on its release date. I read the first seven volumes … Continue reading ?

This week's New York Times Bestsellers (March 25th)

In hardcover:Terry Brooks' Bloodfire Quest debuts at number 7. For more info about this title: Canada, USA, Europe.Patricia Briggs’ Frost Burned is down eight spots, finishing the week at number 9.Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson's A Memory of Light is up one position, ending the week at number 12. Show More Summary

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