Author | YA Urban Fantasy
Not surprisingly, my eyes are sore. I've read 88 entries - total of 970 or so pages, in 12 hours. There were some absolutely magnificent pages, and I've already assigned finalists (which can be seen here). However, while interest can be subjective, let's look at some non-subjective measurements: 9% of entries were MG and 1... Continue Reading →
This past week and the next two, PitProm will consume my life. PitProm, a mentor-based pitch contest, is the brain-child of Kadee Carder and myself. I'm a fan of pitch contests and peer review. As authors, our supportive community can be our best asset. For those of you who don't know the timeline, the first... Continue Reading →
This is a September 2018 release given to me at Book Expo America. It is a nonfiction, so not really my usual fair. That being said -spoilers ahead. Title: She Would Be King Author: Wayétu Moore Stars: ★★★ This book starts out with a cat being beaten to death and gets darker from there. Moore gives no gentling... Continue Reading →
Stress has got me down, so I'm out looking for books about meditation and pure comedies. Recommendations appreciated. Title: Buddhist Inspirations Author: Tom Lowenstein Stars: ★ Being raised Roman Catholic, I explored Buddhism during my late teens thanks to my parents wanting me to experience various religions before picking any single one. Eventually, I decided on agnostic, but... Continue Reading →
Title: Brief Cases Author: Jim Butcher Stars:★★★★ A new Dresden Files book came out, so of course, I had to read it. If you're looking for Harry Dresden's acerbic narration, there are a few stories which might disappoint; however, getting into the heads of other characters always is a joy for me. Butcher started strong with a... Continue Reading →
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