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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.
Roberto S. Jimenez's The Mythologies of the Americas is a sprawling, imaginative trilogy that reimagines ancient mythologies through a wildly futuristic and metaphysical lens. It blends legends, gods, interdimensional travel, and bedtime story warmth into a series of tales that center around gods like Razielle, the Three Fates, and the goddess Dharma. The stories are…
Only in September by Cynthia Flowers "A hidden path, a chance encounter, and the courage to embrace the future—sometimes, life’s most beautiful moments come when you least expect them." Author Giveaway: Cynthia Flowers will award a randomly drawn winner a $10 Amazon/BN gift card Release Day Book Blast ~ Only in September by Cynthia Flowers ~ $10 Gift Card 💙📚 #Spotlight #womensfiction #2HourReads @GoddessFish @TheWildRosePress
Poor Laura, she has no choice but to accept her new life in the mysterious town of Deluge, where she now lives with her mother. In Ghosts: The People That Melt in the Rain #2, author Carolyn Watson-Dubisch throws Laura into a world where the strange becomes the everyday. From the moment she arrives, uncanny…
I am a very happy reader. The Castle by John Sutherland was one of my most anticipated books of 2025 as I love this series focused on Met Police hostage negotiators Alex Lewis and Pip Williams. I am very grateful for the advance copy for review courtesy of publisher, Orion, on Netgalley, and am delighted…
Lori Orlinsky’s Being Middle is a heartwarming picture book that speaks directly to the woes and wonders of being the middle child. Told through the eyes of a young girl caught between her older and younger sisters, the story starts with frustration and ends with pride. She laments hand-me-downs, cramped car rides, and cold showers,…
A few weeks ago I posted a list of books with little to no romance, for readers who are looking for something a little different, which you can find here. So I obviously had to then do the opposite and feature some fantasy books with plenty of romance. I've steered away from romantasy for this…
Thank you for joining me in Celebrating Earth Day 2025! Earth Day serves as a platform to educate people about environmental issues, promoting awareness of topics such as climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. This year’s theme, OUR POWER, OUR PLANET, urges us all to unite in the pursuit of renewable energy. As we face…
Elizabeth A. Tucker’s The Pale Flesh of Wood is a beautifully tangled family saga rooted in grief, memory, and the slow bend of time. Set across multiple generations, the novel follows the Hawkins family through snapshots of their lives spanning from the 1930s to the 1980s. Centered around a California oak tree, literal and metaphorical,…
It's not unusual for kids (or adults) to not know what to say when they meet someone with an obvious disability. Author Katie Mazeika wants to change that with her picture book, Maybe Just Ask Me! The story follows Mazie, a new girl at school who wears an eye patch and a head scarf. When
Cinnamon Soul is a vibrant fantasy mystery that follows the quirky and sharp duo of Hokuren, a former City Watch captain turned private investigator, and her barefoot, bolt-catching assistant, Cinna. Set in the magical, lively city of Velles, the story kicks off with the thrilling capture of the infamous Master Thief, Maxwell Barnaby, and quickly…
Change—Restoration follows a woman who has survived enslavement on a swamp world and is ready to take on a corrupt corporation that is set to plunder the last of Earth's resources for its own greed. What was the initial idea behind this story, and how did that transform you as you wrote the novel? Back…
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. This week, the topic is “Books That Surprised Me,” so I’m going … Continue reading Top Ten Tuesday: Jaw-Dropping Books
Hall of Shadows by Mariah Stillbrook is ideal for readers drawn to stories where personal discovery intertwines with dark, ancestral legacies. It blends the allure of hidden magical worlds with the high stakes of choosing between preservation and destruction. Mariah Stillbrook will award a randomly drawn winner a $10 Amazon/BN gift card. Hall of Shadows by Mariah Stillbrook ~ $10 Gift Card 💙📚 #BlurbBlitz #Horror #YoungAdult @GoddessFish @mariahstillbrook
Title: Lingering Author: Melissa Simonson Genre: Science Fiction Lingering is a story about a grieving man trying to move past the death of his murdered fiancée. One day, while visiting her grave, he meets a woman who offers him the chance to speak to her again. When he finally gets desperate enough to…
This review was written for and first published by Bookmunch. “My concern is that in our current desire to dispense and identify with a diagnostic label that explains some elements of our experience, we are starting to narrow the concept of normal, to limit our sense of who we are and how we live our…
Nathan Keys and I tried to get this posted last year, but communication errors led to that plan going out the window. But after the Treasure Valley Book Faire a couple of weeks ago, we brushed this up, updated it, and now I'm happy to bring this to you. Hope you enjoy. Before we get
The Karma Sequence is a genre-bending thriller that kicks off with a seemingly ordinary man receiving a life expectancy report and noticing a cryptic number, “15,529,” next to his predicted age. His curiosity spirals into a disturbing obsession, culminating in a deadly crash. From there, we’re launched into a layered, cerebral journey that weaves together…
Welcome to Cozy Wednesday! I am happy to share my thoughts about Homicide in the Indian Hills today! Homicide in the Indian Hills (A Jane Wunderly Mystery)
We’re chatting about Black wealth, Black joy, and happy Black endings in today’s episode. Tune in to hear Ashley discuss why she loves the soap opera We’re chatting about Black wealth, Black joy, and happy Black endings in today’s episode. Tune in to hear Ashley discuss why she loves the soap opera Beyond the Gates, then stick around for Jordy and Mhairie’s discussion of Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron, a Black, queer retelling of Cinderella.
Peace Mitchell Author Interview Women Making a Difference is an anthology featuring women from around the world and their stories of triumph over adversity. Why was this an important collection for you to write? I knew that there were women making a difference in big and small ways all over the world, and yet so…