Categories
News

JOYFUL SONG: A NAMING STORY by Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal – Book Review and Poem by Aliza Werner

Your name is a joyful song. And a song is meant to be sung. It’s first note — wailed or cooed or sputtered Announcing: I am here. I’ve never been here before. I have never been a child or grandchild or sibling or friend before, I am brand new The world is brand new An […]

Categories
News

Book of the Month by Jennifer Probst

Book of the Month by Jennifer Probst on October 22, 2024 Genres: Fiction / Romance / Contemporary Pages: 211 Format: ARC Buy on Amazon Goodreads This was a cute romance, but the first half was a little slow, while the second half picked up. This was my first Probst book and I didn’t know what […]

Categories
Book Reviews

Review: Lost Grove: Part One by Charlotte Zang and Alex J. Knudsen

Synopsis: For fans of Twin Peaks and Stranger Things, Lost Grove is the first in a paranormal mystery duology that explores the twisted legends and mysteries in one small town. In the eerie, enigmatic town of Lost Grove, where secrets whispered among the rustling pines are as thick as the fog rolling in from the sea, the discovery of Sarah […]

Categories
Book Reviews

Sunlight by Devney Perry

A Captivating Tale of Love, Family, and Second Chances In the vast, rugged landscape of Montana, where the sky stretches endlessly and the mountains touch the clouds, Devney Perry weaves a heartwarming tale of unexpected love and the power of forgiveness in her latest novel, “Sunlight.” As the second installment in the Haven River Ranch […]

Categories
Book Reviews

Book Review: The Moon Children

The Moon Children by Kim Catanzarite Genre: Science Fiction ISBN: 9798991276108 Print Length: 318 pages Buy from Amazon Reviewed by Andrea Marks-Joseph A suspenseful political space adventure where enemy species must work together to survive deadly poisonous gas attacks  Earth, 2051. A group of scientists are investigating why there have been no whales in sight […]

Categories
Book Reviews

The Opposite of Murder by Sophie Hannah

A Mind-Bending Psychological Thriller That Challenges Reality In the realm of psychological thrillers, few authors can match Sophie Hannah’s ability to craft intricate puzzles of the human psyche. Her latest offering, The Opposite of Murder, is a masterclass in misdirection and unreliable narration that will leave readers questioning everything they think they know until the […]

Categories
News

Five Brothers by Penelope Douglas

Five Brothers by Penelope Douglas on July 30, 2024 Genres: Fiction / Coming of Age, Fiction / Romance / Contemporary, Fiction / Romance / New Adult Pages: 560 Format: Paperback Buy on Amazon Goodreads “Everyone is our type when they’re naked!” On the other side of town, in the dark glades, under the rain…Macon is […]

Categories
Book Reviews

Speak to Me of Home by Jeanine Cummins

A Tapestry of Three Generations In her latest novel, “Speak to Me of Home,” #1 New York Times bestselling author Jeanine Cummins weaves a rich tapestry of family, identity, and the complex notion of home. This multigenerational saga spans from 1960s Puerto Rico to present-day America, offering a poignant examination of the immigrant experience and […]

Categories
Book Reviews

Wish I Were Here by Melissa Wiesner

In the vibrant tapestry of modern romance novels, Melissa Wiesner’s “Wish I Were Here” pirouettes onto the scene with a magical blend of humor, heart, and a dash of existential crisis. This enchanting tale whisks readers into a world where identity isn’t just a concept, but a tangible entity that can slip through one’s fingers […]

Categories
Book Reviews

The Ancients by John Larison

Echoes of Our Past, Whispers of Our Future In the vast landscape of post-apocalyptic fiction, John Larison’s “The Ancients” stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. This ambitious novel weaves together the threads of human adaptation, environmental change, and the enduring power of storytelling. Larison, known for his critically acclaimed “Whiskey When We’re Dry,” […]