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Books and literature provide us with a way to escape from the everyday world and into different realms of imagination. They transport us to different times and places, and allow us to explore different cultures and worlds. They also provide insights into the human condition, and can be a source of inspiration and comfort. Books and literature have always been a part of my life. I can remember curled up with a good book on many occasions, whether it was during a rainy day or when I needed a break from reality. I am so grateful for the ability that books have to whisk us away to another time or place, and to teach us something new about the world around us.
The Art of Sad Satire: Marrying Your Chatbot – Thornfield Hall
This summer I am committed to comedy. Evelyn Waugh? Check. Nancy Mitford? Check. Cynthia Heimel? Check. Peter DeVries? Of course. I am dedicated to Thalia, the muse of comedy. I make daily libations to laughter. But sometimes the twenty-first century is not at all funny. Did you know that a man in Idaho has married…
Intellectual Stimulation | LITERARY TITAN
Michael Cook Author Interview Passamaquoddy Legends Puzzle Book takes readers on a journey through a mix of puzzles, crosswords, mazes, cryptograms, coloring pages, and storytelling, featuring Master Rabbit as he navigates trials and encounters with the Passamaquoddy people. What was your creative process for developing the activities in your puzzle book? While researching and writing "Passamaquoddy Legends…
Top Ten Tuesday: Books with Honorifics in the Title - One Book More
Top Ten Tuesday was created by The Broke and the Bookish in June of 2010 and was moved to That Artsy Reader Girl in January of 2018. It was born of a love of lists, a love of books, and a desire to bring bookish friends together. Today, the topic is Books with Honorifics in the Title. I was … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Books with Honorifics in the Title
The Neighbor and the Gifts by Danielle Grandinetti - Travelers Life Design
This week, I have the pleasure of hosting author Danielle Grandinetti on my site, where we take a look at her new book, The Neighbor and the Gifts, currently on tour with JustRead Book Tours! Additionally, author Danielle Grandinetti shares why she consistently returns to writing historical fiction. Thank you for stopping by! About Danielle Grandinetti Danielle […]
Beach Hut 512: A Short Story by Dorothy Koomson – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today I am sharing my thoughts on Beach Hut 512, a wonderfully entertaining short story from Dorothy Koomson. I picked this book up as part of the Amazon Prime First Reads promotions last month, my first book by this author but definitely not my last. Here's what it's about: Source: Owned CopyRelease Date: 01 July…
Dragon Riders of the 12th Battalion | LITERARY TITAN
Dragon Riders of the 12th Battalion is a war novel like no other. It mixes the familiar grit of military life with a surreal, almost poetic fantasy about dragons integrated into a World War II-style campaign. The story follows Captain Jack Hanlon, a thoughtful but rigid officer, as he commands a squadron of dragon riders…
The Elevator Ride – Editorial Review – The Book Review Directory
Title: At The Ragtag Hotel: The Elevator Ride Author: Freya Novak Genre: Children’s Picture Book It’s a baking hot day, and it's even hotter in the Ragtag Hotel, as the air conditioning has broken. But, before he can fix it, hotel handyman, Dallas Dingo, is on elevator duty and six sweltering hotel residents…
Inspiration Isn’t So Straightforward | LITERARY TITAN
Jim Frazee Author Interview Thief of Laughter is an intimate and evocative collection of poetry that lays bare the fragility of identity, memory, and family while embodying faith in humanity that struggles to make sense of everyday carnage, yet manages to find solace in spite of it. What inspired you to write this particular collection of poems?…
Top Ten Tuesday #529 – bookloversblog
Hi all! Hope you've all had a good week since I last did one of these, I had a fairly chilled week but quite a busy weekend, I saw quite a few theatre shows: on Friday, I was at Till The Stars Come Down which I reviewed for The Indiependent, and it was incredible, one…
Cover Reveal: Memento Mori Station by Shannon Knight – Witty and Sarcastic Bookclub
I'm excited to show off the cover for Memento Mori Station by Shannon Knight, coming this summer! This is the final book in the Grave Cold trilogy, and it seems the stakes are higher than ever. Book Blurb: A thousand years have passed. Nyle, the only raven still on Earth, dutifully continues to tend the…
“What if ….” | LITERARY TITAN
Judith Briles Author Interview Brian Barnes Author Interview The Secret Hamlet follows a brave and intuitive young woman gifted with a mysterious spiritual connection who gives birth to her daughter under extraordinary circumstances, causing her and her found family to seek a life away from the threats. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? It started…
Kill Pocahontas By Ray Anthony Morris | A Thriller Rooted In Truth, Conspiracy, And Courage – Gina Rae Mitchell
Kill Pocahontas by Ray Anthony Morris is a gripping, reality-rooted thriller that unearths buried truths and historical trauma. With vivid writing, unforgettable characters, and a high-stakes mystery that spans from an Indigenous reservation to the Vatican, this debut doesn’t pull any punches. (A Goddess Fish Promotions Tour)
Return to Aneleya: The Silver Sphere Series | LITERARY TITAN
David Gittlin’s Return to Aneleya picks up the interstellar torch with Jacob Casell, a mystery novelist-turned-starship captain, who finds himself thrust into a whirlwind of cosmic conflict and multidimensional surprises. What starts as a routine mission around Jupiter quickly spirals into a chaotic detour through a parallel universe, complete with a collapsing planet, mysterious alien…
Book Review: Of Mice and Men « neverimitate
I decided to reread Of Mice and Men, by John Steinbeck, having watched the excellent 1992 adaptation currently available on Prime. It was pleasing to find that this film followed the story faithfully, something so many modern film makers seem to struggle with when they adapt an already good story. The nuances were successfully captured,…
HM Waugh on The Surface Trials
Teams of kids on an alien planet competing to get into Starquest Academy, three clues and only three days to find their way to the finish line. Today we're chatting with HM Waugh about her latest book: The Surface Trials. HM Waugh is a children's author, educator and environmental scientist with a long-term love of…
WWW Wednesday (7.16.25) – Alli the Book Giraffe
Hello readers! It's time for another reading update. I didn't finish the book I was reading this past week, but I did start a new one. I thought I was enjoying Black Water Sister, but once I put it down, nothing was pulling me back to the story. If you don’t know, WWW Wednesday is…
Cover Reveal: Memento Mori Station by Shannon Knight - The Irresponsible Reader
I'm very pleased today to welcome the Cover Reveals for Shannon Knights's upcoming Death Rights. I'm more than pleased, I'm excited. No one (including me) has talked more on this site about covers than Shannon Knight, so for her to have a new one, you know thought has gone into this. I'm eager to get
1989: An Eye For An Eye | LITERARY TITAN
1989: An Eye for an Eye is a riveting and emotionally tangled novel that centers around a decades-old murder case that left deep scars on a small Southern town. At the heart of the story is Ingrid, a woman haunted by her hidden identity, a web of family secrets, and a burning desire to clear…
Subconscious Reset: The Blueprint for Manifesting Your Dreams | LITERARY TITAN
After reading Subconscious Reset: The Blueprint for Manifesting Your Dreams by James Vincent, I came away with a deep appreciation for how the book combines self-help strategies, neuroscience, and emotional growth in a clear and relatable way. The book takes readers on a guided path through understanding and reshaping their mindset, decoding cognitive biases, and…
Book Review: The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Horror, Historical Fiction Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Del Rey (July 15, 2025) Length: 368 pages Author Information: Website Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a truly versatile author. No matter…
Surviving | LITERARY TITAN
Pablo Zaragoza Author Interview Kitty Schmidt: My Life As A Prostitute follows a young woman whose only option to pay for her grandfather's burial is with sex, sending her on a path to becoming the madam of a high-class brothel for the Nazi in WWII. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I had read…
Favorite Songs of 2025 (so far) – Alli the Book Giraffe
Hello readers! Let's talk about music. I did this post for Blogmas where I talked about my favorite songs of the year, and I decided to go ahead and do it again. Let me know if I should make more like this! I can go over my favorite song of each group. I have nearly…
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