Scott D. Southard
Current State ContributorCurrent State contributor Scott D. Southard is author of A Jane Austen Daydream, Maximilian Standforth and the Case of the Dangerous Dare, My Problem With Doors, and Megan. Scott received his Master's degree in writing from the University of Southern California. More of his writing can be found at his blog, The Musings and Artful Blunders of Scott D. Southard.
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The New York Times calls Margaret Atwood’s latest novel a “kinky dystopia.” Does that pique your interest? Current State book reviewer Scott Southard… -
Several of John Irving's novels have found success on the big screen as well as the bookstore shelf. Scott Southard gives us his take on whether the… -
Our book reviewer Scott Southard gives his take on the classic horror novel "Dracula."“Welcome to my house! Come freely. Go safely. And leave something of… -
Scott Southard reviews the novel “A Cure for Suicide” by Jesse Ball.German writer Jean Paul once said “Art is indeed not the bread, but the wine of life.”… -
Next week is Banned Books Week, that time when we celebrate the controversial side of the literary world. Scott Southard brings us a review on one of the… -
Sequels can mean big money for the authors of popular books. Even more so if they make it to the big screen. But now, there’s another genre of follow ups… -
Our book reviewer Scott Southard gives us his take on Saint Mazie, a historical fiction novel by author Jami Attenberg. In the 1920s and 1930sMazie… -
Judy Blume is a beloved children’s author, but she’s had her fair share of adult bestsellers as well. Scott D. Southard brings Current State his review of… -
Summer books usually bring to mind lighter fare. A page turning mystery or a paperback romance, maybe. But for those who don’t mind a heavier read this… -
Book reviewer Scott D. Southard considers the new book from Michigan author Jim Ray Daniels.Ray Bradbury is an idol among science fiction fans.…
