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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 Ghosts of Rome by Joseph O’Connor – Jen Med's Book Reviews
Today Mandie is sharing her thoughts on The Ghosts of Rome by Joseph O'Connor. Thank to the publisher, Vintage, who provided a review copy via Netgalley. Here's what the book is all about: Source: NetgalleyRelease Date: 30 January 2025Publisher: Vintage About the Book February 1944. Six months since Nazi forces occupied Rome.Inside the beleaguered city,…
The Prince of Ileria | LITERARY TITAN
The Prince of Ileria is a spirited and heartfelt young adult fantasy that blends real-world coming-of-age struggles with immersive gaming escapades and a touch of sci-fi mystery. The story follows Nathan Daniels, a whip-smart, wisecracking teenager still reeling from the childhood disappearance of his parents. He’s on a personal quest to find them, navigating high…
Cozy Wednesday featuring Two Weddings and a Murder (A Lady and Lady's Maid Mystery) by Alyssa Maxwell #Spotlight / #Giveaway @KensingtonBooks @Alyssa__Maxwell - Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book - Great Escapes Book Tours
Welcome to Cozy Wednesday! Today I am featuring Two Weddings and a Murder (A Lady and Lady's Maid Mystery) by Alyssa Maxwell! Two Weddings and a Murder (A
The Tennis Champion Who Escaped the Nazis | LITERARY TITAN
Felice Hardy’s The Tennis Champion Who Escaped the Nazis is a deeply personal and emotionally charged biography of her grandmother, Liesl Herbst, who went from being Austria’s national tennis champion in the 1930s to a Jewish refugee fleeing Nazi persecution. The book is part historical investigation, part memoir, and part tribute, tracing Liesl’s life from…
Mini Reviews ~ Evans Above and Evan Help Us by Rhys Bowen #AudioBookReviews #CosyMysteries #TuesdayBookBlog
Evans Above (Constable Evans Book 1) A good start to what promises to be an enjoyable cosy crime series set in the Snowdonia area of North Wales, especially so because I'm familiar with the area. Rhys Bowen has created a diverse cast of engaging characters and well thought out mysteries. Evan Evans left Swansea Police…
Same Place Same Stars by Katey Taylor blitz with giveaway – Carries Book Reviews
**This post contains Amazon affiliate links which will allow me as an associate to earn a small commission on any purchase made through the link of the products I share. This commission in no way changes the pricing of any items for the buyer.** Same Place Same StarsKatey TaylorPublication date: May 13th 2025Genres:…
The Fusion of Faith and Nature | LITERARY TITAN
Susana M. Henschel Author Interview In Foundation Under My Feet, you share with readers your journey through life's challenges and your own exploration of the Christian faith. Why was this an important collection for you to share? This collection was important for me to share with readers because I wanted the reader to seek their journey of faith…
The Dark Maestro [Book Review] #NetGalley #BookX #BookSky #BookBlogger #music #diversereads @doubledaybooks #crimefiction #superheroeso #amreading #TuesdayBookBlog - Reading Ladies
The Dark Maestro is page-turning contemporary fiction with generous sides of classical music, superheroes, and suspense.
Family and the Bonds of Friendship | LITERARY TITAN
Bryan Wilson Author Interview The Forsaken Planet follows an ordinary young man from suburban New England whose world is shattered when alien ships invade Earth, leading him to enlist in a different alien army to learn how to protect those he loves. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I had many inspirations. It really evolved from…
9 brilliant reads from the 2025 Read for Empathy Collection | Parrot Street Book Club
Reading books which delve into diverse perspectives and experiences can significantly help children and young people cultivate empathy and understanding, becoming more compassionate, inclusive members of society as a result. Here we share our top 9 picks from the 2025 Reading for Empathy Collection produced by Empathy Lab.
Top Ten Tuesday #520 – bookloversblog
Hi all! I hope you've all had a good week since I last did one of these. This week has definitely been the week of Operation Mincemeat for me, even more so than usual because they had their Year 2 cast change we got a fabulous four cover show due to many of the cast…
Birthstone Book Covers: May 2025 - One Book More
Leslie at Books Are the New Black created a fun monthly post called Birthstone Book Covers. Each month, she features book covers that are either the same color as that month’s birthstone or include the color in the title. Fun, right? This month, the birthstone is emerald, and I found some gorgeous covers with the color. Let’s … Continue reading Birthstone Book Covers: May 2025
Educating Whole Families | LITERARY TITAN
Michael Dow Author Interview Nurse Florence®, Why Do We Need Vitamin B3 or Niacin in our Food? follows curious kids who learn medical science from a friendly nurse who believes young readers deserve the truth about their health. Why did you choose B3 for this story? The series is addressing many diet related questions. Kids…
Book Review: All of Us Atoms « neverimitate
This review was written for and first published by Bookmunch. “You need to remember […] Time is a dance, not a march. That there are no lines, with beginning and end points, just circles upon circles, within loops, twists, swirls. This is the Memory: a distillation of those circles.” All of Us Atoms is a memoir…
Until We Burn – Editorial Review – The Book Review Directory
Title: Until We Burn Author: David Duane Kummer Genre: Psychological Thriller The secrets of a small town, and one man’s quest to find the truth, form the basic premise of this psychological thriller by David Kummer. A tragic event from his past drove Cyrus Street away from his hometown, but now he’s back,…
Book Review: Eat the Ones You Love by Sarah Maria Griffin | 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. Eat the Ones You Love by Sarah Maria Griffin Mogsy’s Rating: 3 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Books (April 22, 2025) Length: 288 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter Lately, I seem to…
One Term Left By C.M. Francis ~ 4✨ #BookReview #OneTermLeft #CMFrancis #YoungAdultBooks #ComingOfAge #BookBlogger #IndieAuthor #ReadMoreYA | Gina Rae Mitchell
Discover One Term Left by C.M. Francis, a heartfelt YA novel about friendship, change, and growing up. Includes review and thoughtful discussion questions.
Resilience (sometimes) of the human spirit. | LITERARY TITAN
Chris Dungey Author Interview Evacuation Route follows a 57-year-old man looking to start life over after two divorces, two stints in jail, four tours in rehab, alienated children, and a stream of short-term menial jobs who comes into a large inheritance. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? First, I wanted to write a literary novel in…
Tull Suwannakit on Higher Ground
Tull Suwannakit is an award-winning illustrator and author with a background in animation and fine art. When Tull is not writing and illustrating, he runs art classes and workshops for children and adults at his art school in Melbourne. Today we're excited to hear from Tull about his latest book: Higher Ground. The publisher provided…
Always Bet on Death: The Griffin Knight Rises | LITERARY TITAN
Always Bet on Death: The Griffin Knight Rises kicks off with a bloody murder in a half-renovated casino and doesn’t slow down from there. The book follows Griffin Knight, a sharp new detective transferred from Chicago to Long Island, as he’s thrown into a tangled web of casino politics, shady business deals, and buried secrets.…
Don’t Let Your Family Read Your Writing! – Thornfield Hall
At a writers’ conference, the writer-teacher warned us not to let our families read our work. “They will not like it,” he explained. “Your wife won’t like it. Your husband won’t like it. Your mother won’t like it. Your daughters won’t like it. Your stepson won’t like it.” It was like stand-up. But there was…
Jigsaw: Powder Keg: An Adventure in Time and History | LITERARY TITAN
Jigsaw: Powder Keg is a historical sci-fi thriller that blasts across centuries with the force of a grenade and the precision of a surgeon. The story flips between timelines, ancient Persia, WWI and WWII Europe, post-Holocaust Italy, 1950s Alabama, and even Victorian England, while weaving together a massive, complex tale of shadowy global conspiracies, time…
BOOK REVIEW: A Simple Twist of Fate by April Asher
Review: A Simple Twist of Fate was an adorable, second chance, paranormal romance. With found family that will warm your heart, characters that feel like home, and a storyline that was all the fun, this book was so easy to enjoy! Harlow Pierce possessed the ability to knock his feet out from u...
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