I’m a big fan of middle grade novels with a hint of magic, stories where the world is recognizable but things happen that wouldn’t in real life (or would they?!). Magical elements can heighten the fun of an adventure and soften the blow of hard things, making them perfect for young readers. Here are ten […]
In the pantheon of historical fiction that dares to examine the moral gray areas of World War II, Maggie Stiefvater’s The Listeners stands as a remarkable achievement—a novel that weaves together magical realism, wartime tension, and profound questions about loyalty, luxury, and the true cost of survival. Known primarily for her young adult fantasy series […]
Get Your Book Seen and Sold by Claudine Wolk and Julie Murkette Genre: Nonfiction / Writing & Publishing ISBN: 9781935874447 Print Length: 122 pages Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff A clear and direct answer to the unpublished writer’s first question: “Where do I go from here?” You can’t get your book seen and sold […]
What happens when the lights go out—literally and metaphorically? Heart of the Sun, the latest emotional rollercoaster by Mia Sheridan, answers that question with lyrical prose, harrowing circumstances, and a love story that refuses to die, even when the world does. Known for tugging heartstrings with novels like Archer’s Voice and Kyland, Sheridan infuses her […]
Matt Serafini’s Feeders delivers a contemporary horror tale that is as visually jarring as it is psychologically scarring. Framed through the hyper-addictive lens of social media, this novel dives deep into the darkest corners of influence culture and emerges with something far more horrifying than just a tech-based thriller. It’s a mirror—cracked, bleeding, and pointed […]
Mhairi McFarlane has once again proven why she’s considered the reigning monarch of contemporary romantic fiction with Cover Story, her eleventh novel that brilliantly weaves journalism, undercover intrigue, and scorching romantic tension into an absolutely unputdownable read. Following the success of previous hits like You Had Me at Hello and If I Never Met You, […]
Victoria Helen Stone returns to the psychological thriller arena with Bald-Faced Liar, a gripping tale that expertly weaves together themes of trauma, identity, and the dangerous consequences of buried secrets. Known for her compelling character studies in novels like Jane Doe and The Hook, Stone delivers another tour de force that examines the complex psychology […]
The Dead Romantics: A GMA Book Club Pick by Ashley Poston on June 28, 2022 Genres: Fiction / Romance / Paranormal / General, Fiction / Romance / Romantic Comedy, Fiction / Women Pages: 368 Format: Audiobook, Paperback Buy on Amazon Goodreads “I began to realize that love wasn’t dead, but it wasn’t forever, either. It […]
Alice Murphy’s A Showgirl’s Rules for Falling in Love is a ambitious debut that weaves together two love stories separated by more than a century, creating a narrative tapestry that’s both historically rich and refreshingly contemporary. Set against the backdrop of 1897 New York’s vaudeville scene and modern-day academic research, this novel tackles themes of […]
Lynette Noni, the Australian powerhouse behind the beloved Prison Healer trilogy and the epic Medoran Chronicles, has ventured into uncharted territory with Wandering Wild—a contemporary YA romance that trades magical realms for the very real dangers of the Australian wilderness. Known for her intricate fantasy worldbuilding and fierce heroines like Kiva and Alex, Noni demonstrates […]