The Locket by Kate Chopin was composed in 1897 but not published until 1969. The story is about two young lovers during the American Civil War and the locket that binds them together. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Locket by Kate Chopin […]
A Good Day by Radu Guiaşu Genre: Literary Fiction / Short Story Collection / Humor ISBN: 9781039194946 Print Length: 222 pages Publisher: Friesen Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff A smartly funny collection of lists, quips, and critiques It takes an experimentalist to write this kind of literary fiction—a collection that dabbles, that dances, […]
In her latest masterpiece, Beyond Anxiety, Martha Beck doesn’t just offer another set of techniques to manage anxiety—she charts an entirely new approach to human consciousness. Drawing on her Harvard sociology background, coaching experience, and personal struggles with anxiety, Beck creates a roadmap that transforms anxiety from our nemesis into a doorway to profound creativity […]
Punctuation to the Rescue by Cheryl Olsten Genre: Children’s Picture Book / Grammar ISBN: 9781733955140 Print Length: 48 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff A creative adventure about your favorite plucky punctuation marks Exclamation point is fed up! Period is over it. Comma is, you guessed it, misused and under-appreciated. And how is question […]
“The Charlie Method” by Elle Kennedy is the much-anticipated third installment in the “Campus Diaries” series, following “The Graham Effect” and “The Dixon Rule.” Known as the Queen of Hockey Romance, Kennedy returns to Briar U with a fresh, contemporary romance that delves into the lives of college seniors Charlotte Kingston, Will Larsen, and Beckett […]
Quizlit’s Book of the Month March 2025 is the hugely enjoyable Gabriel’s Moon by William Boyd. A masterly spy tale from one of Britain’s Best Authors. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Book of the Month March 2025 Gabriel’s Moon by William Boyd A […]
In a world increasingly polarized by extremes, Kamlesh D. Patel (affectionately known as Daaji) offers a refreshing perspective through his latest book, “The Power of Paradox.” As the current guide of Heartfulness meditation, Daaji expertly weaves together ancient wisdom and modern understanding to explore how life’s seeming contradictions can become our greatest teachers. Rather than […]
Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce on February 25, 2025 Genres: Fiction / Horror, Fiction / Thrillers / Psychological, Fiction / Thrillers / Supernatural Pages: 304 Format: ARC Buy on Amazon Goodreads Newly minted child psychologist Mina has little experience. In a field where the first people called are experts, she’s been unable to […]
I Was a Hero Once by Peter P. Mahoney Genre: Memoir / War ISBN: 9798891323773 Print Length: 284 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Peggy Kurkowski A raw and unapologetic memoir of anti-war activism and speaking truth to power “I am not a hero because I served in Vietnam.” With these words, author […]
Guardians of the Glimmer Nook by Ramsey Dellinger Genre: Fantasy ISBN: 9798880418251 Print Length: 119 pages Amazon Reviewed by Melissa Suggitt A tale of magic, courage, and the unbreakable power of hope Ramsey Dellinger delivers a spellbinding short fantasy that’s as enchanting as it is profound with Guardians of the Glimmer Nook. At its heart, […]