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Book Review: Divergent by Veronica Roth

I heard great things about this book, and it’s as good as people say. Though it’s over 400 pages, it’s a fast read. It’s told in first-person point of view using present tense, which is usually something I dislike, but … Continue reading

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Spot Writers Flash Fiction: Chapter 7

Chapter 7 of the continuing saga of Remy comes to us from Cathy MacKenzie. Check out her three books of short stories available on Smashwords for only $1.99 and $0.99. https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/camack.There you can read the first story in each book … Continue reading

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Book Review: A Blanket for Her Heart by RC Bonitz

Book Review: A Blanket for Her Heart by RC Bonitz This is a sweet romance involving two middle-aged characters who carry their own baggage. The main female, Anne, has only one hand—she lost it in an accident caused by her … Continue reading

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Not Safe to Fly, Not Safe to Land: Airplane Terror

So This Happened… The following post is an account of my experience on a recent flight. I will not mention the airline company…for now… depending on how they choose to compensate their passengers for the inconvenience and fear they caused. … Continue reading

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Spot Writers: Chapter 6

Welcome to the Spot Writers. Each week we’ll be adding to the story begun by Val Muller a few weeks ago. Remy’s life is heating up! This week is Chapter 6 written by Val Muller. Check out her spicy romance … Continue reading

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Interview Appearance

Want to find out why I am–err, was–afraid of the dark? Why was I terrified of the 1980’s TV show Beauty and the Beast? What’s so special about Sun-Maid raisins? Check out the answer to this and more. I’ve been … Continue reading

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Book Review: Bearwalker by Joseph Bruchac

Bearwalker by Joseph Bruchac This is a middle-grade novel about a boy named Baron whose Native American roots have left him fascinated with bears. The story is told through Baron’s journal as he goes on a camping trip with his … Continue reading

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Spot Writers: The Serial Continues (Flash Fiction)

Welcome to the Spot Writers. Each week we’ll be adding to the story begun by Val Muller a few weeks ago. Remy’s life is heating up!   This week is Chapter 5 written by RC Bonitz. Check out his books … Continue reading

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Persistent Illusions by Joseph Devon (Nurture Book Tour)

Today, I’m hosting Joseph Devon as part of his Persistent Illusions book tour. Joseph has agreed to share his answers to questions about himself and his work. Check out the end of the blog entry for an opportunity to win … Continue reading

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Book Review: Who’s Afraid of Beowulf by Tom Holt

This book follows an archeologist from Long Island as she travels to Scotland to investigate a recently-discovered Viking ship buried beneath the earth. She feels a strange compulsion toward the ship and its artifacts and soon discovers that the ship … Continue reading

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