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Book Review: Lost My Mind Here Someplace
Arūnė Savage may be a first-time author, but she absolutely blew me away with her vibrant, professional writing style. She expresses herself so well that it's impossible not to become immersed in the…
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Book Review: Alfie the Doorstep Cat
As a lifelong Cat Person, and more recently a "community cat" caretaker, I'm sympathetic to stories about homeless cats.
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Book Review: Entangled: A Cabinet of Botanical Wonders
Entangled: A Cabinet of Botanical Wonders by A.R. Wells My rating: 5 of 5 stars Entangled’s foreword quickly sets the tone of what’s to come, reminding us of history’s obsessed explorers, risking their…
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Book Review: He Lost His Keys in Space
After twelve years of diplomatic service to planets all over the galaxy, Vega Ulysses - a man who looks like a bespectacled lumberjack in modified stormtrooper gear - is ready to go home.
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Book Review: The Caliph Haroun Al Raschid-A Tale from the Arabian Nights
The Caliph Haroun Al Raschid-A Tale from the Arabian Nights: A Book from the Golden Age of Illustration by Albert Seligman My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is one of six…
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Book Review: Kittens in the Pumpkin Patch: A Bold and Easy Autumn Coloring Adventure for All Ages
Who doesn't love a coloring book? This sweet collection of coloring pages features an adorable, cheery little kitten having all sorts of Autumn adventures.
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Book Review: Still Just a Geek
I absolutely adore Will Wheaton and have for a long time. So, of course I wanted to read his memoir, and what luck, I procrastinated so long that he published an annotated version!
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Book Review: Poo and Order
A crime has been committed in Mrs. McPoodles rose garden! There's poop on the roses!
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Book Review: Hypocrisy vs. Mysticism, Wisdom, and Morality
Automatic writing has fascinated me since the 80's, when I knew a woman who claimed to do it. She never produced proof, though. But Author Linda Meris not only produces proof, she does…
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POLICY CHANGE: My Book Reviews
For many years I've reviewed books upon request, for free. I've enjoyed helping authors improve their book's visibility and rankings with my reviews. But I am also an author. And while I've been…
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Book Review: Feral and Hysterical
I nabbed this book off the "New Releases" shelf at my local library, for the superficial reason that it had a very cool cover. But when I peeked inside, I knew I had…
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Book Review: My Imaginary Mary
As a fan of irreverent historical fiction, I enjoyed the television series My Lady Jane immensely. Recently, I needed to be told by a friend that a book series existed, called the "Lady…
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Book Review: Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves
Having recently read the Scheherazade story and art collection Albert Seligman put together, I knew that Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves would be a treat. And it was!
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Book Review: The Sea Traveler’s Companion
For those who enjoy a rousing pirate adventure on the high seas, The Sea Traveler's Companion certainly delivers. There's plenty of action, interesting characters, and exotic locations in this tale.
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Book Review: Susie’s Day at the Farm
Such a cute, upbeat, uncomplicated book! I felt like I'd taken a trip to the farm myself.
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Book Review: The Enchanted Horse: A Tale from the Arabian Nights
This beautiful book tells the story of The Enchanted Horse, one of the ancient tales of the Arabian Nights. Every page tells just a little of the story, since it shares the space…
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Book Review: Emma, Polar Bear
Emma, Polar Bear is a charming book that any child will love. Children with active imaginations will especially get into Emma's eventful journey towards breakfast.
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Book Review: Scheherazade – A Tale From the Arabian Nights
I'm happy to have this beautiful book on my shelves, er, well, desktop. I just can't put it away quite yet. Ask yourself if you are in need of some eye candy, and…
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Book Review: The Night Girl
The Night Girl by James Bow My rating: 5 of 5 stars When author James Bow offered me a copy of The Night Girl, he described it as a “story about a young…
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Lower Sodium Pork and Beans (Yes Really!)
Here's my latest success on low-sodium alternatives. I followed Lanyap Cookery's recipe, but made a couple of changes
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The Perfect Book to Celebrate Bad Poetry Day?
Yep, today is Bad Poetry Day. I chose today to release my own book of poetry because that’s how my sense of humor works. Anyway, it is now LIVE and you can buy…
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Book Review The Story of Oog: A New Thinker’s Guide to the Forest
The Story of Oog: A New Thinker’s Guide to the Forest by Len Vlahos claims to be "for readers of Monty Python, Terry Pratchett, Douglas Adams, John Green".
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Book Review: Breath Warmth & Dream
Breath, Warmth, and Dream by Zig Zag Claybourne My rating: 5 of 5 stars Is your brain weary of fast-paced books with overly clever twists and edgy personalities? They can be fun, but…
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Kick Off Your Shoes and Celebrate!
As goes the foot, so goes the brain?
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Juniper says, “See you in September!”
Order now, be surprised and delighted when it drops!
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Smashwords July Summer/Winter Sale
All of July, all of my books are on sale (and some are free!)
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Book Review: I See You’ve Called In Dead
I See You’ve Called in Dead by John Kenney My rating: 5 of 5 stars This excellent story feels like it’s got multiple personalities. It’s part Dave Barry-ish snark, part Douglas Adams style…
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Book Review: BEELITZ-HEILSTÄTTEN: Where Ghosts Never Die
BEELITZ-HEILSTÄTTEN: Where Ghosts Never Die by Marina Osipova My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a huge departure from my usual reading choices, so my review comes from that standpoint. I don’t…
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Parlor Poetry Ready for Preorder
Discover the curious and innovative Victorians and marvel at their inventions and discoveries, fashions and fads, along with more than a few peculiar habits and beliefs in Parlor Poetry: A Victorian Versification Abecedary.
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Book Review: Just One Damned Thing After Another
If you've ever considered a career as a historian but worry that it might be too dusty, boring, and academic for your snarky personality, there's hope for you. The deliberately-dull name of St…
