Book Reviews of 2023 Part 6

 This will be the next to the last book review update for the year. I was only going to do one more post, but that's a lot of books lol. So here's some of the list. There's a few children's books as well. 

First up we have I Need A New Butt! by Dawn McMillan

A fun little book for kids

Next up is a story I have loved for a long time. Madeline in London by Ludwig Bemelmas

I have always loved these stories. A classic for children of all ages!

Third we have The Island of Dr. Moreau by HG Wells

The Island of Dr Moreau, a classic science fiction story with horror elements. Told from the perspective of a man who happened upon the island after being saved from the sea. Once there he stumbles upon the work of the strange Dr. Moreau who has used his scientific knowledge to create his Beast People.

This story was well written and has wonderful imagery describing these people created by the doctor. It is a definite classic and is perfect to read for spooky season or any time of the year.

Fourth is Infinite Dreams by Raja Savage

The Brighton High Reunion series is a definite must read collection of stories. I have loved every single one of them.

Infinite Dreams was a wonderful story! I was in Skotlin's corner through the whole book. Thaddeus and Skotlin are characters anyone can relate to. And Tiara is such a terrific addition to the story! This book has some unexpected twists I didn't expect to see, but I loved being surprised and shocked. This was an amazing addition to this series!!!!

After that we have Suicide Forest by Jeremy Bates

This is was an interesting story full of twists I never expected. I enjoyed reading it. I was definitely rallying for Ethan and Mel and their friends. A terrific story!

Next on our list is the Icy Fingers Anthology (yes, it has one of my stories, but this is a review for all of the other stories in the book)

This anthology was a definite spookfest. With stories ranging from a haunted summer and a possessed doll, to an abandoned bridge and witches. It has everything a horror fan can sink their teeth into. I enjoyed all of the stories in this book. A great book for the spooky season!

Up now is Resolute Investigation by Leslie Marshman

I loved this book! This is second of the series I have read and it was as good as the first one. Adam Reed had always had a crush on Rachel Miller. Now he has a second chance to tell her how he really feels. First they have to stop the person who is after Rachel. Adam and Rachel were wonderful characters. The story was intriguing and fast-paced, keeping you on the edge of yours seat. I will definitely be reading the rest of the series.

Next to last for this round is Dream Big by Tina Hogan Grant

Dream Big, the final book of the Sabela Series brings together all your favorite characters from the series along with Dwayne and Tammy from the Tammy Mellows trilogy.
Slater and Sabela finally have a chance to go on their honeymoon, but once on the island Sabela ends up at the hospital. Dwayne and Tammy are there to help them and it's the start of a brand new friendship. Then they receive bad news from home and have to end the honeymoon early.
Slater starts to dream Big about moving to the island with his family. Sabela keeps herself more grounded and reminds him that is probably not possible.
With new friends who quickly become family Sabela and Slater are faced with the biggest decision of their lives.
An amazing end to a terrific series! I'm sad to see it end, but it ended in a big way. Slater and Sabela remind everyone to never give up on your dreams. Nothing is out of your reach if you dream big enough!

Now for the final book this time around we have Flirting With Temptation by Elizabella Baker

Book 2 in The Blackguard Security: Phantom series did not disappoint! Fast-paced, action packed story that proves opposites attract. Another amazing installment to what is shaping up to be a terrific series!
Chance and Maddox are complete opposites. They should drive one another crazy, do they? You'll have to read the book and find out!

As I said there will be one more post for reviews once I finish reading for the year. It might be posted on January 1st. Until next time... Happy Reading!!!

What's going on in my writing life

 Well life has definitely been busy in this writer's life. Where should I start? 

I have been doing a lot of research for the book about my hometown. I have been finding some pretty interesting things. It's been a lot of work, but well worth it. I have also been working on With Deadly Intent and a short horror story. Plus planning the poetry book.

What else is going on in my author world? I am getting the website done. It's coming along a lot better than I thought I would be able to get it. Let's just say it's been a fun experience for someone who technology hates lol. I have also been working on setting goals for myself and getting myself organized. I have been setting weekly and monthly for what I need to be doing with my writing and books. I need to put scheduling posts for social media at the top of the list since I keep forgetting to do it. I hope by doing those goal lists I can get myself together and focus more on the main things I need to be doing, like writing.

So now I need to schedule times for writing, editing, research, scheduling posts for social media and my reader group, blog posts, reading (of course), and making teasers/book covers, and author takeovers. There's probably more I'm forgetting. We have also been doing events in my reader group. Those have been a lot of fun. I plan to have a better schedule set for myself by January 1, 2024. 

Now about the newsletter. I am still struggling with that one. Thinking maybe I should give up on it until I can hire someone to do it for me. It's driving me batty haha!! For now I need to run and get things done. Later Days and Happy Writing!

How About A Writing Update?

 Hello everyone and welcome back to the blog! Today I want to tell you what I am working on in my writing world. Have I taken on any new projects? Most likely since I tend do that without even blinking lol. 

I am still working on some author things that aren't writing, like setting up a website and starting a newsletter. The website is coming along smoothly. The newsletter, not so much!

Writing projects are still under way. I am still writing With Deadly Intent. It has almost reached the 20k mark. I have been researching my hometown to write that book about it. I came up with a title for it though, which is progress in my book. It will be called Annabelle To Four States: The History Of A Small West Virginia Town. Plus the stories about the haunted paths and poetry for loved ones book as well. 

I also accepted the challenge to write a clown story. It won't be due until next year, but it sounds fun! Creepy clown story close to Halloween time? It's perfect!!!It also gives me something to work on other than this series. If I keep going all the stories will be written before the first one is published. I am having such a wonderful time with it.

Edits are still happening with The Hunt For Amanda and hoping for a January release.But for now I am off to do some more story research, editing, and writing. 

Later Days!!!

Ghostly Rites 2023

 As promised here is the cover for Ghostly Writes Anthology 2023

Released November 1, 2023

A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES AND POEMS FOR HALLOWEEN.

A mixture of literature over several genres from the Ghostly Writers Crew, with a Halloween Themed Anthology. Do you like ghost stories? Suspense? Mystery, then you should read this. Authors are from around the world and they write their stories in the English Language and grammar of their country. Your Authors this year are:

Cathy-Lee Chopping, Kyrena Lynch, Josie Belasco, Thomas Woldering, K M McFarland, Jane Risdon, Beth Bayley, Binod Dawadi, Lynn Mullican, Adria Northman, Mary Woldering, Cassandra Jones and Kevin Chapman.

https://www.amazon.com/Ghostl.../dp/B0CMC57TLF/ref=sr_1_1...

Happy Release Day Snowflakes & Sleigh Bells!!!

 Happy Release Day to all of my fellow authors in this amazing anthology. All proceeds go to St. Jude's Children's Research.

AVAILABLE NOW!!!

Snowflakes & Sleigh Bells

Sleigh away this holiday season with amazing authors.

This snowball packed anthology will ring all your bells this merry season. So snuggle up, buttercup! Grab your hot chocolate, a fuzzy blankie, and sidle up in front of a toasty fire. Prepare for all the drama the holidays can bring as these unique characters attempt to come home for Christmas.

Fa-la-la-fall in love with this holly jolly book!

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My Writing Life Nov. 2023

 Writing has slowed down a bit. I am now only working on one novel. I have a couple other stories in the planning stages. only one more anthology is yet to be released, Snowflakes and Sleigh Bells (November 24, 2023). Ghostly Rites 2023 was published on November 1, 2023. It has a temporary cover for now, but I will be sure to post once the cover is up and ready. 

I also sent a story in for another anthology. Currently waiting to hear back from them to see if it will be a part of their anthology. Either way it was a fun story to write and if it's not accepted I can always make it longer. 

Now for the stories I am planning. There will be 6 stories about taking creepy paths. These stories will most likely intertwined in some way.  At least, that's how the planning is working. I am also planning to put together a series Bible for The Blake's series I am working on. 

I have been trying to work on a website and newsletter. Key word there is "trying" lol. My technology challenged brain is struggling a bit getting them together, especially the newsletter. Good thing i don't give up on things easily. Anyway that's an update on my writing time!

Later Days and Happy Writing!

Release Day!!!!

 Happy Release Day to all of my fellow authors in the From The Beach, In The Valley, Up The Mountain Anthology!!!!!

 Now available! 

From the Beach, In the Valley, Up the Mountain

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This amazing group of author have come to celebrate the natural beauty of our world and take you on a journey that you will never forget From the Beach, In the Valley, Up the Mountain. We hope you enjoy this collection of poems and short stories!

Authors:

Binod Dawadi
Cassandra Jones
Ireland Lorelei
Kanwal Preet Baidwan
Marisa Newbery
Mazikeen Quinn
Tamsyn Beard

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What's Going On In My Writing World: An Update

 What have I been up to in my writing life? Plotting, editing, and writing. Making teasers and promos for the anthologies I am in. Oh, and even more writing. 

First I want to update everyone on the anthology front. Surviving The Unthinkable and Second Chances are now out in the world. From The Beach, In The Valley, Up The Mountain is coming November 3, 2023 and Snowflakes and Sleigh bells on November 24, 2023. We are currently voting on a cover for Ghostly Rites 2023 and it will be released soon after that. 

So, what am I working on now? I am currently working on another short story to send in for another anthology called Vixens Of Horror. I have been editing The Hunt For Amanda and prepping for NaNoWriMo. I will be working on a story for The Blakes series. As you can tell my writing life hasn't calmed down all that much. 

I am off to do a little writing. Have a wonderful evening and as always Happy Writing!!!!

Book Reviews of 2023 Part 5

  Now for an update on my reviews before I lose control of them again. 😂😅

Here's goes:

First we have  Harboring Shantae by Elizabella Baker

A marriage of convenience isn't what they had planned, but it was the only way to keep Shantae safe. Now they wait to see what will happen next while trying not to fall in love. Panther and Shantae's story is a slow burn that's worth the wait! I love this series and this book is as good as all the others.

Next is Almost Poetry by R.B. O'Brien

A quick, enjoyable read!

Third is Revenge Sewn Mean by Ashby Frost 

A short story that is definitely worth the read. I can't wait to read Sewn Mean. This was a terrific story!

Targeted In Silver Creek by Delores Fossen takes us back to The Lawmen of Silver Creek Ranch series

This is a new generation of the Ryland clan with all the surprise twists and suspense as the Lawmen of Silver Creek Ranch series. An action packed thrill ride that keeps you turning the pages late into the night. Jesse and Hanna's story is a wonderful and amazing start to this latest series from Delores Fossen.

Deserving Maddie by the amazing Elizabella Baker (yes, again!) is the fifth book on today's list.

The final book in the Bravo Team series is a thrill ride you can't afford to miss. Ray and Maddie's story will leave you wanting more. Gabe and Charley were the perfect addition to the story! And let's not forget the surprise twist at the end. Wow! I did not see that one coming. This was an absolutely amazing series!!!!

Now we have Disappearance In Dread Hollow by Debra Webb

What an amazing book!!! Lots of mystery and surprise twists. I loved Tara and Deke's story! Jacob was a terrific addition to the story. An edge-of-your-seat thrill ride!!!

And Debra Webb also with Murder At Sunset Rock

The second book in the Lookout Mountain Mysterious series is a definite must read. Action packed from beginning to end. Olivia's and Huck's story was a breathtaking page turner. I loved the surprise twists and all the danger. Can't wait for the next book!

The third book on this list that comes from Elizabella Baker is Reclaiming What's Mine

Steel and Karlie's story is an amazing thrill ride. Filled with action from the first page. Surprise twists and wonderful characters make for a terrific addition to this series. I absolutely loved this story!

Under Colton's Watch by Addison Fox was my first book by this author

Aiden and Ciara's story is one of my favorites. Lots of twists and surprises. A terrific storyline and amazing characters. A definite thrill ride! I loved this story! Can't wait to see what's next for Colton's!!!

HOT SEALs, Independence Day by Elle James

Another great book from an amazing author! This is a wonderful story. I loved that it meshed the worlds of the Brotherhood Protectors and the SEALs in Paradise.

Jack is going on his vacation, alone. Or so he claims until Anne decides to come along for the ride. He wants nothing to do with anyone except the fish, she's running from an ex. Can the two of them overcome their pasts and save themselves and one another? This is one story you don't want to miss!

Danger In The Depths by Addison Fox

A terrific start to this series! I loved the story of Wyatt Trumball and Marlowe McCoy. Add in the surprise twists and it makes for the perfect book! Filled with action and secrets along with wonderful characters. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!

And last, but certainly not least for this review list is:

Maverick Detective Dad by Delores Fossen

Another great installment to the Silver Creek series! Noah and Everly's story is a fast-paced, thrill ride. Lots of action and a surprise twist I didn't expect. I wonderfully written, page-turning, exciting read!!!

Until next time... Happy Reading!!!

Book Reviews of 2023 Part 4

 Once again I am behind on posting book reviews.  I don't want to bombard you with all of them at once so I will only post ten of them. Then once I get another ten I will post them. I think I may have one more to go lol. Anyhoo... here goes nothing ;)

First up we have Trust No One by Debra Webb

What an amazing first installment to this series! I was hooked from the first line. The story keeps pulling you in and making you want to come back for more. A masterfully well written edition to this trilogy!

Next up Crossing Enemy Lines by Elizabella Baker

Crossing Enemy Lines by Elizabella Baker. I loved everything about this story. There was action, betrayal, and forgiveness. Top that off with wonderful characters you can relate to and you can't go wrong.

Third we have The Dangerous One by Lori Foster

What an amazing story!!! I loved Hunter and Jodi. They were characters anyone can relate to. A gripping story that leaves you coming back for more. A terrific start to what will be a wonderful series!!!

After that is Pretty Ruthless by Em Torrey

An absolutely amazing story! Claire and Dawson are wonderful characters. A terrific storyline and a happy ending makes for the perfect story. It's a quick read that you won't want to miss out on!!

Fifth on our list is Cover of Night by Linda Howard

Cate Nightingale never thought she would get over the loss of her husband. She raises her twins on her own living the same day to day life.
Cal Harris the handyman/ex-marine who made Trail Stop his new home.
When things go bad in their quiet little town Cate, Cal and their friends have to work together to save their town and themselves from the threat surrounding them.
An excellent story! Cate is an awesome single mom who would do anything for her babies. Cal is shy at first but eventually comes around. This a suspenseful story that will leave you wanting more.

Mallory Kane is up next with not one, but two books. Under Suspicion

Zach and Maddy's story is a fast paced, thrill ride. Full of twists and surprises. Amazing characters and a wonderful storyline. I can't wait to read the next book in this series!!!

And Security Breach

Tristan and Sandy's story is the second book in the Bayou Bonne Chance series. Just like the first book this one does not disappoint. It was full of action packed twists. I loved the characters and the plot. An excellent read!!

Reckonings by Cynthia Eden is up  now

A fast paced, action packed book! This is one story that keeps you coming back to see what happens next. A terrific story with wonderful characters and lots of surprises. I loved everything about this one!!!

Followed by The Boxcar Children The Shackleton Sabatoge

As a huge fan of The Boxcar Children I really enjoyed this one. It was an excellent addition to one of my all time favorite series!

And last but not least for this round of reviews...

The Boxcar Children (the original classic)

The Boxcar Children has always been one of my favorite book series. I read them all while I was in middle school. Reading this one again after a lot of years has definitely brought back some wonderful memories. I love the adventures of Henry, Jessie, Violet, Benny and their dog Watch. I will always be a fan of these books!!!

Thanks for tuning in for these reviews. Until next time Happy Reading!!!!

Second Chances Anthology Cover Reveal!

 

COVER REVEAL

Second Chances Anthology- A Domestic Violence Charity Anthology

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We are delighted to introduce the "Second Chance Charity Anthology," a remarkable literary endeavor aimed at making a positive impact. This anthology brings together a collective of talented and passionate authors, to create a compelling collection of stories.

What makes this project even more special is that all proceeds from the anthology will be dedicated to supporting the Hubbard House of Jacksonville, Florida.

By purchasing this book, readers not only indulge in captivating stories but also contribute to a noble cause, helping women affected by domestic violence in our community. It's an inspiring example of how literature can be a force for good.

Beautifully Broken By Cassandra Jones

Footprints By Marisa Newbery

Ghost that Protects By Tammy Godfrey

Shadows to Light By Ireland Lorelei

Strength in the Journey By Aspen F. Sapphire

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