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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.
Here we go again... Another downtown reconstruction The Iowa City Council has torn down buildings for as long as I remember. In the 1970s, when the Council decided on urban renewal, it demolished much of Iowa City’s history. Many old buildings were ripped down, and several shops went out of business after they were moved…
Title: A Gentler Path: Pain, Love and the Power of Surrender Author: D. Scott Sonnenburg Genre: Non-fiction / Religious In A Gentler Path, author D. Scott Sonnenburg tells the story of the transformational journey that led him to believing in God after a lifetime of being a nonbeliever. Sonnenburg’s is a story of loss, depression, suffering,…
Title: The Penitent: Part I Author: A. Keith Carreiro Genre: Science-Fiction / Fantasy / Spiritual Thriller In The Penitent: Part I, Pall Warren must learn how to use his gift to reveal truths, defeat evil, and fulfill his own destiny. Along the way, he meets a dynamic cast of characters that help, hurt,…
In the spirit of "a rising tide lifts all boats," this year for Self-Published Authors Appreciation Week I wanted to give some Self-Published authors a chance to spread some love (while also indulging in a bit of self-promotion, I mean, c'mon, it's hard out here...) An Elevator Pitch for Something You Love Card Mage: Slumdog
Ross Hightower Author Interview Spirit Light: Volume 1 follows two sisters with great magical abilities who are being hunted by a dark Empire set on taking over their world. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? One day about five years ago, I was daydreaming about how fantasy authors come up with…
Tastes may change, but surely some things are eternal? Apparently not. Take Love, our one common bond, our human birthright (right?). A medieval fabrication, thought C. S. Lewis: no one falls in love in the Aeneid. Charles Sprawson’s Haunts of the Black Masseur does not talk about Love, but it does talk about swimming –…
Penny Schneider Author Interview Arty follows a young Betta fish who dislikes fighting and wants to find a friend but is unsure how to find one or what to do with one. What was the inspiration for your story? Arty is a betta fish, a warrior fish; they see a fish, and they fight. Arty knows…
The best part of getting this post finished (for me) is not that I've ticked off one more box on my "To Write" list, it's that I can now move on to the third book in this series, Blood Reunion—which just might put me on target to catch up before this year ends. Return of
The 07-26-2024 Friday Finds has book and blog recommendations, Don't forget to enter the trivia contest (in the comments) and vote for the Author of the Month. You can vote by visiting the author's works on my blog. I think you will love the books, info, and recipes I found this week. @EricasRecipes @ClassPop @jolinsdell @WS_BOOKCLUB #KindleUnlimited #IndieAuthors #Trivia #AuthorOfTheMonth @LHansenAuthor @AnnieDungarees @CSMcDonald7
Gel See Author Interview With Love from Mom: The Journey of Dreams centers on a mom reassuring her daughter that she will always be there for her in life and perhaps even in dreams. What was the inspiration for your story? The inspiration for With Love, From Mom: The Journey of Dreams comes from my…
**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.** The Echo on the WaterJA HussPublication date: July 25th…
Alice Munro They are like the girls at school who are too eager to raise their hands. The minute their famous mother dies, they tell the world that she abused them. Maybe it’s true, maybe not. But it is the perfect topic to discuss in therapy. I have not read the clickbait articles about Alice…
It was with some excitement that we spotted a new parkrun starting this week, not too far from where we live. As anyone who follows these things will know, it takes a great deal of time and commitment to gather the permissions for a new venue. Well done to the core team of Three Brooks…
The Garden Gnome: Theory of Magic Book 1 has been on my radar for a while now. The title made me smile and the book blurb is entirely unexpected. It looks completely different from anything I've read, and that's saying something! Book Blurb: Where did magic go? Our world is defined by science, but history…
Near Death Experiences (NDEs) have fascinated humanity for centuries. These profound occurrences, where individuals come close to death but manage to survive, often lead to dramatic shifts in consciousness and their understanding of existence. Beyond the initial awe, NDEs can trigger significant spiritual awakenings, transforming how individuals perceive life, death, and their place in the…
As Self-published Authors Appreciation Week continues, I'm happy to shine a spotlight on Werecats Emergent by Mark J. Engels. This is urban fantasy with a twist, and you can find an excellent review for the book on Gina Rae Mitchell's blog. Book Blurb: Afflicted, exploited, and deadly... Teenaged Pawly discovers her secret werecat heritage after…
(updated 7/26/24) From the first moment that people did the strange thing of asking me to talk about their books on my blog, I've been impressed by the quality of a lot of what's been published by authors going out on their own, taking all the risks, shouldering all the responsibility and doing all the
I'm excited to share an interview with Yuval Kordov, author of the Dark Legacies series. The Hand of God, book one, is a post-apocalyptic book that takes on themes of faith and family. WS: "Will you introduce yourself?"Yuval: "Well, I suppose! My name is Yuval. I’m old as dirt, have two beautiful little girls, and…
Title: Tales of Dharma Author: Jonathan Michael Erickson Genre: Science Fiction / Space Opera / Time Travel Tales of Dharma follows the accounts of the first colonists of the planet Dharma in the Andromeda Galaxy. The prequel to the Song of Ancients series details the origin stories of the landscapes and people that…
I'm excited to say that another victim author has accepted the dubious honor of answering some tough questions. Of course, my idea of "tough" might not match anyone else's. I'll let you be the judge. Joel C. Flanagan-Grannemann is the author of Talia: Heir to the Fairy Realm (first in the Servants of the Moon…
In the spirit of "a rising tide lifts all boats," this year for Self-Published Authors Appreciation Week I wanted to give some Self-Published authors a chance to spread some love (while also indulging in a bit of self-promotion, I mean, c'mon, it's hard out here...) An Elevator Pitch for Something You Love The Kindred Chronicles:
Martin Sacchetti Author Interview The Last Single Couple in America follows a gay man and his best friend, a straight woman, who both sleep with the same man, unknowingly causing their friendship to take a drastic turn. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I thought it would be an interesting dynamic…
Book Synopsis Lord Benning is no ordinary nobleman. The heir to an earldom, he feels more at home working on the farm at his country estat...
Title: Castle of the Cursed Author: Romina Garber Page Length: 304 Publication Date: July 30, 2024 Publisher: Wednesday Books Synopsis: THE HOUSE IS ALWAYS HUNGRY… After a mysterious attack claims the lives of her parents, all Estela has left is her determination to solve the case. Suffering from survivor’s guilt so intense that she might … Continue reading Book Review: Castle of the Cursed by Romina Garber
In the spirit of "a rising tide lifts all boats," this year for Self-Published Authors Appreciation Week I wanted to give some Self-Published authors a chance to spread some love (while also indulging in a bit of self-promotion, I mean, c'mon, it's hard out here...) An Elevator Pitch for Something You Love The Last of