Category: Fiction

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Book Review: ‘The CleanSweep Conspiracy’, by Chuck Waldron {and Giveaway!}

June 2, 2016
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About the author: Born in Iowa, Chuck Waldron lived in Ontario, Canada, before relocating to Florida’s Treasure Coast. Over the years, he’s held many jobs. The ones he can mention in print include US Army soldier, truck driver, office manager, mailman, real estate salesman, social worker, hardware store clerk, and shuttle driver. Fate played a… Read More Book Review: ‘The CleanSweep Conspiracy’, by Chuck Waldron {and Giveaway!}

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Book review: ‘Little Earthquakes’, by Jennifer Weiner

May 26, 2016
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If you’re looking for a great, humorous, realistic yet inspirational read, then Jennifer Weiner’s books are for you. Of her many (good) books, Little Earthquakes is definitely my favorite one. While Jennifer Weiner is categorized as a Chick Lit author, the stigma associated with the genre is definitely challenged by books such as this one.… Read More Book review: ‘Little Earthquakes’, by Jennifer Weiner

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Book Review: ‘What Would Mary Berry Do?’ by Claire Sandy

May 19, 2016
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Mary Berry is to Marie what idols are to many people: a touchstone of sorts to which we turn when we are in dire straits, gaining focus by centering our thoughts and actions on what would this person do in our position. The lovely tale that is What Would Mary Berry Do? features no big… Read More Book Review: ‘What Would Mary Berry Do?’ by Claire Sandy

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Book Review: ‘Reaching Angelica’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

May 12, 2016
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About the author Peter Riva has worked for more than thirty years with the leaders in aerospace and space exploration.  His daytime job for more than forty years has been as a literary agent.  He resides in New York City. About the book In a massive spaceship destined for Alpha Centauri B, with a genesis… Read More Book Review: ‘Reaching Angelica’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

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Book Review: ‘The Path’, by Peter Riva { and Giveaway! }

May 12, 2016
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About the author: Peter Riva has worked for more than thirty years with the leaders in aerospace and space exploration. His daytime job for more than forty years has been as a literary agent. He resides in New York City. About the book: All life on earth is about to be terminated by an entity… Read More Book Review: ‘The Path’, by Peter Riva { and Giveaway! }

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Book Review: ‘Murder on Safari’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

May 12, 2016
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About the Author Peter Riva has spent many months over 30 years travelling throughout Africa and Europe. Much of this time was spent with the legendary guides for East African hunters and adventurers. He created a TV series in 1995 called Wild Things for Paramount. Passing on the fables, true tales, and insider knowledge of… Read More Book Review: ‘Murder on Safari’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

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Book Review: ‘The Berlin Package’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

May 12, 2016
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About the Author Peter Riva has spent many months over 30 years travelling throughout Africa and Europe. Much of this time was spent with the legendary guides for East African hunters and adventurers. He created a TV series in 1995 called Wild Things for Paramount. Passing on the fables, true tales, and insider knowledge of… Read More Book Review: ‘The Berlin Package’, by Peter Riva {and Giveaway!}

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Book Review: ‘The Cadence of Gypsies’, by Barbara Casey {and Giveaway!}

May 5, 2016
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About the Author Barbara Casey is the author of several award-winning novels for both adults and young adults, and numerous articles, poems, and short stories. In addition to her own writing, she is an editorial consultant and president of the Barbara Casey Agency, established in 1995, representing authors throughout the United States, Great Britain, Canada,… Read More Book Review: ‘The Cadence of Gypsies’, by Barbara Casey {and Giveaway!}

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Book Review: ‘The War of Words’, by Amy Neftzger {and Giveaway!}

April 21, 2016
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About the author Amy Neftzger is the author of fiction books for both adults and children.  She has also been published in business and academic journals, as well as literary publications. A few of her favorite things include traveling, books, movies, art, the Oxford comma, and gargoyles. About the book Sometimes there’s no better way… Read More Book Review: ‘The War of Words’, by Amy Neftzger {and Giveaway!}

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Book Review Round-Up: Six Books to Gear Up for Summer

April 7, 2016
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Yes, you read that right: I’m gearing up for summer.  You might wonder why, since there is a fresh blanket of snow covering everything every couple of days.  That’s because that blanket melts pretty fast and the smell of spring remains in the air. And I refuse to believe that summer is that far away.… Read More Book Review Round-Up: Six Books to Gear Up for Summer