Desiree, The Music of My Soul by Peggy Race Book Review and Author Interview
I’m not a pet owner, and I never plan to be one to any pet that doesn’t live outside of water. But I know better than to never say never.
Category: Book Reviews
Book reviews from indie authors who send me a copy in exchange for honest reviews. Also, reviews of best sellers or new releases. There are also posts linking to books I’ve reviewed for LitPick.
Fishing For More by Brett Bloemendaal Book Review and Author Interview
I can’t remember my first fishing trip in great detail, aside from the fact that it took several more visits to the lake before anyone caught a fish. But it
Signs We Don’t See by Carrie Beamer Book Review and Author Interview
When life gets chaotic, we tend to become hyper aware of our surroundings. We grit our teeth and await the inevitable train wreck. It keeps us from being caught off
Princess Lillian and Grandpa’s Goodbye Book Review and Author Interview
When I was very young, I remember asking my dad what happens when we die. He explained the standard Christian depiction of the afterlife, how when you die you go
Reflections of an Anxious African American Dad by Eric L. Heard Book Review and Author Interview
How do children grow into adulthood successfully or unsuccessfully? How much of our upbringing can account for our life’s trajectory? That’s an age-old question that seems to be a blend
My Name is Layla Book Review
It always surprises me how the YA genre has so many adult fans while the middle grade genre is relegated mostly to its target audience. Those upper elementary and middle
Living at Langster Motel by Cindy Sabulis Book Review and Author Interview
In 2017, a movie called The Florida Project was released, and it was one of the most underrated movies of the year. The film is about a group of kids
Book Review: Being Creative – A guest post by Jenny Fulton
By: Jenny Fulton What does it mean to be creative? Are these endeavors side hobbies, entertaining past times with which we immerse ourselves in stolen moments? Or are they something
Norman Space Bat Book Review and Author Interview with Jake Evanoff
Sometimes it feels like every original story has already been told and that those stories have to fit within the confines of their setting, characters, or story. But author Jake
Not Really Indian by Subhashini Prasad Book Review and Author Interview
I’ve lived in the same town my entire life. And while I like to travel, I’ve never left home for more than a week. So, I can’t imagine picking up
Book Review: Realms by Patrick Morgan
Have you ever had a conversation with a deceased person in a dream? Have you ever had an out-of-body or near death experience? Where does this fall into the science
Good Luck Chestnut and Other Lucky Colors of the World Book Review and Author Interview
You can’t go wrong with kids and animals. This pairing has been a successful recipe in children’s storytelling for ages. Add colorful images, a message of unity, and a lyrical
Sheltered: When A Boy Becomes a Legend Book Review and Author Interview
As a kid, I was never censored from reading or watching intense, scary, or disturbing content. My parents trusted me to know what I could or could not handle. I
But I Don’t Want to Say Goodbye Book Review and Author Interview
There are so many picture books about grief, ranging from a small pet to a beloved parent or grandparent. These books are more about learning than entertaining, and when done
Victory Lap by K.A. Mielke and Riley Alexis Wood Book Review and Author Interviews
No matter what your experience, high school never really leaves you. As part of that inescapability, I’m still drawn to high school stories. It’s always interesting to see how the