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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.
Red Shadows at Saugatuck is the fourth entry in Randy Overbeck’s Haunted Shores Mysteries series, and it wastes no time plunging us back into the life of Darrell Henshaw, the history teacher with a ghost-sensing “gift” he never asked for. This time, Darrell, his wife Erin, and their son Leo are headed to Michigan for…
Today I am sharing my review of the brand new novel from Caroline England, The Return of Frankie Whittle. My thanks to the author and publicist, Laura Lees, for the review copy. Here's what the book is all about: Source: Review CopyRelease Date: 08 February 2025Publisher: Bullington Press About the Book Frankie Whittle has it…
Welcome to the Sunday Stills feature hosted by Terri Webster Schrandt. This week we're taking a walk in the park. It's Mother's Day here in the UK so I won't be able to catch up until later. A good few hours were spent wandering round this lovely place.
Fidelis O. Mkparu’s Soulful Return is a poignant and deeply introspective novel that traces the journey of Dr. Afamefuna Nwaku, a Nigerian immigrant and successful physician in Boston, as he confronts the sacrifices he's made—his family, his culture, his identity—for the promise of success in America. Through powerful narration, the story explores Afam's growing disconnect…
JS Herod Author Interview Wrath of the Storm Lord follows an outcast turned warrior-myth, rising from condemned slave to challenging the empire that destroyed his people. What inspired this setup? Well, originally Jerith was supposed to be the villain in another series of mine called Chronicles of the Bard King. Coming from a comics background,…
Catherine Ann Russell’s The Pond of Reflection, the first installment in The Pearls of Wisdom series, is a delightful and heartwarming fantasy adventure that will captivate readers of all ages. With its rich themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the power of inner character, this book offers not only an enchanting tale but also timeless life…
My daughter gave me this lovely poetry pamphlet as part of my birthday present earlier this month. It's a perfect choice as I certainly do love my tea! As it's Mother's Day today in the UK, many mums (including me) will be hoping for a cup of tea in bed so I thought it was…
At its core, Love & Other Cures for the Recently Undead is a gritty, emotional, and strangely tender post-apocalyptic coming-of-age tale. We follow CeCe, a teenage girl who wakes up from a two-year blackout only to discover she was among the Infected, essentially the undead, during the downfall of civilization. As she tries to rebuild…
Note: This review is by my husband Jim. This book is devoted to the development of significant and important mathematical concepts, the full history of which has been long neglected or forgotten in the interest of promulgating a Eurocentric perspective. Perhaps not surprisingly, many of the persons involved were women, who, in spite of their…
William E. Donald Author Interview Strategic Opportunities for Bridging the University-Employer Divide explores how universities and employers can collaboratively transform graduate employability. Why was this an important book for you to write? Having worked as a graduate recruiter in industry and as an academic researcher focused on employability and sustainable careers, I have seen firsthand…
Welcome to #MusicMonday! This is an opportunity to share a track of my liking with you lovely people, all in the name of #MusicMonday, the brainchild of the Tattooed Book Geek, Drew! I've never done one of these Today I'm answering one of the Stephen Colbert Challenge questions: If you have to listen to only one…
Instead of posting a review, I thought I’d provide a list of books and authors you can read to help celebrate Trans Day of Visibility. There are a lot of trans authors, a lot of books about being trans and the trans experience, but also great fiction works that are written by trans authors in…
Taken by the Alien Rogue by Krista LunaMy rating: 4 of 5 stars The charming blue alien says I’m his. It’s got to be some kind of line. But how can I resist him… or his wicked tail?HAZELI get lucky when horned blue aliens rescue me straight from cryo. So when I get the chance…
Allison Aller Author Interview You Can’t Stop Me follows a diverse group of young girls who transform their so-called weaknesses into strengths, proving that determination, self-belief, and authenticity can break any barrier. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I remember the day I decided I was going to write and publish…
The Buddies ventured into Matt Dinniman’s Dungeon Crawler Carl, a lit-RPG novel. A lit-RPG novel, for those of you that don’t know, is basically a story told more like a video game RPG (we’re guessing, as this is our first time ever reading one). This book had the Buddies chatting about Cats, Nick Arcade, and the merits of Public Urination. Looking for a light-hearted, good time, with your pals Princess Donut and Carl? Well pick up this book and join us as we venture through Book 1 of Dungeon Crawler Carl.
Title: The Unbreakable Human Spirit of Resilience Author: Desmond Eric Ketter Genre: Memoir / Self-Help In The Unbreakable Human Spirit of Resilience, Desmond Ketter unfolds his journey and offers guidance for readers navigating their own challenges as he takes the reader from the war-torn streets of Liberia, West Africa, to the halls of…
Protecting Mama is an intense, deeply personal, and often shocking memoir that dives into the murky, bureaucratic, and, at times, sinister world of legal guardianship in the United States. Author Léonie Rosenstiel shares the painful saga of her mother’s entanglement in a guardianship system that seems more interested in control and profit than care or…
“The world would not have Vincent without Theo.”Deborah Heiligman, Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers “Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers” by Deborah Heiligman is a profound exploration of the relationship between Vincent van Gogh and his brother Theo. Heiligman masterfully weaves together historical facts and emotional depth, providing readers with a vivid…
I just finished reading Lemons and…More Lemons by A.D. Williams and Kendal Fordham, and wow—I wasn’t expecting such a heartwarming and eye-opening read, especially from a kids’ book. This story follows a boy named Mark on his summertime journey as a young entrepreneur running a lemonade stand. But it’s much more than that. It’s about…