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Monthly Archives: August 2009
My Favorite Mystery/Suspense Writers
So, who are some my favorite mystery and suspense writers? Well, I’ll tell you! It’s a list that has no specific criteria other than a story that has a crime in it and set in the past or present. The … Continue reading
Posted in Avid Musings
Tagged favorite mystery authors, Mystery, mystery authors, suspense writers
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Guest Article at Border's True Romance Blog
I am posting this late but better late than never! I did a guest blog post about romantic suspense at Border’s True Romance Blog that is hosted by DA Jane, SB Sarah and SueG. If you have time, please, check … Continue reading
Posted in Avid Musings
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REVIEW: Britten and Brülightly, Artwork and Story by Hannah Berry
Britten and Brülightly is a graphic novel by Hannah Berry and published by Metropolitan books and priced at $20 U.S. edition. This is Ms. Berry’s first graphic novel about a private investigator who learns that a few secrets are sometimes … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Grade B Reviews, Graphic Novels
Tagged Graphic Novel, Hannah Berry, London setting, Mystery, private investigator
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Reader's Corner: Glomming Author's Backlist
If you’re an avid reader then you are already familiar with the term glomming. The term refers to a reader’s need to search for an author’s backlist when they’ve enjoyed their newer works. I just threw “need” in there as … Continue reading
REVIEW: Open Secret by Janice Kay Johnson (Guest Review)
This review is a guest review written by fellow reader, Senetra. **** I chose to read Open Secret (2006) by Janice Kay Johnson, one of my auto-buy authors. This is the first book in a trilogy about siblings separated by … Continue reading
REVIEW: Tiger Prince (1985) by Sandra Brown
Sandra Brown is one of my favorite authors. Tiger Prince #112 (SIM) was written under Brown’s pen name of Erin St. Claire for the Silhouette Intimate Moments (SIM) line. I have a relatively good track record with Sandra Brown because … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Grade C Reviews, Romance
Tagged Marriage of convenience, Sandra Brown
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Reviews Of Two Noteworthy Graphic Novel(s)
Might have to go back to posting graphic novel reviews on Mondays. I’ve collected a ton of them this year. And yes, I am still collecting them. When you delve into this genre, it can be a bit overwhelming. But … Continue reading
Reader's Corner: How Often Do You Reread Your Favorite Books?
I rarely, if ever, reread books. I would love to reread favorites but I never get around to it. Plus, to my way of thinking, it subtracts quality time away from my new books. Hey, I read slow enough as … Continue reading
Reminder: TBR Challenge Is Next Wednesday
For those who are still in the challenge to reduce their TBR piles, the next post for this month’s challenge is next week, Wednesday, August 19. This month’s theme is to pick a new author out of your TBR, read … Continue reading
REVIEW: The Redeemer (Harry Hole No.4) by Jo Nesbø and Translated by Don Bartlett
THE REDEEMER (Harry Hole No.4) by Jo Nesbø and translated by Don Bartlett is apart of a series and is published by Random House (UK). Norwegian crime novelist Jo Nesbø has penned another page-turner. This man is simply brilliant when … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Grade A Reviews, Mystery
Tagged Harry Hole series, Jo Nesbo, Revenge, Salvation Army, sibling rivalry, war, war refugees
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More Bookstore Employees Should Try Handselling Books to Their Customers
As an ebook enthusiast, I still do occasionally buy print. No comments from the peanut gallery. One of the main reasons why I love visiting Murder by the Book is because their most fabulous staff is always ready and willing … Continue reading
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