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Book Review: Karma Butterflies

Karma Butterflies by Jeremy Fulmore Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense / Supernatural / Dark ISBN: 9798322175936 Print Length: 372 pages Amazon Reviewed by Eric Mayrhofer A hint of Stephen King meets the supernatural grit of Deathnote in this jaw-droppingly twisted supernatural thriller How far do you bend the definition of “justice” before it breaks? That’s […]

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Book Review: Whiz Kid by Joel Burcat

Whiz Kid: South Philly vs. The Main Line by Joel Burcat and David S. Burcat Genre: Literary Fiction / Historical Fiction ISBN: 9798888193297 Print Length: 354 pages Publisher: Milford House Press Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Peggy Kurkowski Immersive & culturally rich—a novel about lifechanging choices—and temptations—over the course of the Phillies miraculous 1950 season In […]

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Pucking Strong by Emily Rath

Emily Rath’s Pucking Strong, the fourth installment in the Jacksonville Rays series, delivers a deeply emotional exploration of found family, identity, and love that transcends conventional sports romance boundaries. Following the stories of Rachel (Pucking Around), Tess (Pucking Wild), and Poppy (Pucking Sweet), Rath finally brings beloved Teddy O’Connor to the forefront, pairing him with […]

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Review: The Regression Strain by Kevin Hwang

Synopsis: Nobody’s safe when the inner beast awakens… Dr. Peter Palma joins the medical team of the Paradise to treat passengers for minor ailments as the cruise ship sails across the Atlantic. But he soon discovers that something foul is festering under the veneer of leisure. Deep in the bowels of the ship, a vile […]

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The Wealth Ladder by Nick Maggiulli

Nick Maggiulli’s “The Wealth Ladder” arrives at a time when conventional financial wisdom feels increasingly inadequate for navigating modern economic realities. Following his successful debut “Just Keep Buying,” Maggiulli presents a revolutionary framework that challenges the one-size-fits-all approach to wealth building. Rather than offering generic advice about budgeting and saving, this book introduces a sophisticated […]

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The Last Lesson By Alphonse Daudet

Originally published in 1880, The Last Lesson By Alphonse Daudet is a poignant short story set in an unnamed town in Alsace during the early days of the Prussian occupation, around 1873. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. The Last Lesson By Alphonse Daudet […]

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The Complete Guide to Fantasy Book Tropes: Understanding the Magic Behind Your Favorite Stories

Have you ever wondered why your heart races when you read about an ordinary teenager discovering they have magical powers? Or why you feel that satisfying “click” when a prophecy finally makes perfect sense? These powerful moments happen because of fantasy book tropes—the storytelling DNA that runs through every magical tale worth reading. Fantasy book […]

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The Almightier by Paul Vigna

In an era where billionaires are celebrated like modern prophets and stock market movements dominate news cycles, Paul Vigna’s “The Almightier” arrives as both historical revelation and cultural wake-up call. The veteran Wall Street Journal reporter, previously known for his cryptocurrency expertise in “The Age of Cryptocurrency” and “The Truth Machine,” ventures into far more […]

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Book of the Month August 2025

Quizlit’s Book of the Month August 2025 is the outstanding Flesh by David Szalay. A hypnotic tale of estrangement and alienation, it captures both the utter strangeness and the possibilities, of modern life. This post may contain affiliate links that earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Book of the Month August […]

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Book Review: Hummingbird Moonrise

Hummingbird Moonrise (Murder, Tea, and Crystals Trilogy) by Sherri L. Dodd Genre: Fantasy / Paranormal ISBN: 9781685136581 Print Length: 358 pages Publisher: Black Rose Writing Amazon Bookshop Reviewed by Chelsey Tucker The reality of family chaos meets some insanely witchy scandals in Hummingbird Moonrise. No more waiting and wondering—the third installment of the Murder, Teas […]