Over the past two years, I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know many of the talented authors at my new publishing house, Black Rose Writing. I’ve also become closer with some of the authors from my last publisher, the now-defunct TouchPoint Press. (If you want to know the sad ending of that debacle, here’s … Continue reading Holiday Gift Guide: Books, of Course!
Thanks to Julie Sara Porter at Bookworm Reviews for posting an advance review of my forthcoming novel Beautiful & Terrible Things. Here is an excerpt from the full review: Review Highlights "The best thing about this book are the well developed characters. The six protagonists have the type of friendship that makes the Reader think, … Continue reading Bookworm Reviews: “Like the Friends Gang”
Thanks to Kerry at Chat About Books for reviewing my novelette, The Wallace House of Pain, on her hugely popular book blog, and calling the story "A must read!" on her 5-star Amazon review. https://youtube.com/shorts/kDySb0WVKHw?feature=share She writes: "[Xander] is convinced his father won’t accept him for who he really is. Something we all know many, many … Continue reading Chat About Books Reviews “The Wallace House of Pain”
Thanks to the B for Bookreview blog for "spotlighting" my newly published novelette, The Wallace House of Pain. If you're not familiar with B for Bookreview, it's one of many wonderful blogs written for book-lovers seeking their next read. They post book reviews, author interviews, guests posts from authors, and other book news. Read B … Continue reading B for Bookreview Spotlight
One year ago today, this review of Horseshoes and Hand Grenades was posted on Amazon, following a lively book club session in Central Massachusetts. I didn't share it at the time, so am doing so today. I absolutely love connecting with readers through book clubs, so let me know if you're interested in having me … Continue reading Book Club Review: Horseshoes and Hand Grenades
Saying I've been absorbed in my work-in-progress would be an understatement considering I only this week caught up with The Audiobook Review's post on Horseshoes and Hand Grenades! Their thorough review of the audiobook version of my novel was posted in February. (The audiobook was released in January 2021.) Nothing is more fulfilling than having … Continue reading Audiobook Review: Horseshoes and Hand Grenades
Chuffed to share this new 5-star review of Horseshoes and Hand Grenades from goodreads:
Thanks to Mariah E. for this lovely 5-star review of Horseshoes and Hand Grenades on Amazon and goodreads: "Horseshoes and Hand Grenades tells the story of overcoming abuse, friendship, and understanding. This story represents a lot to me as a woman. Dealing with sexual abuse is always hard, especially when reading about it. However, Stevens … Continue reading HAHG’s “Very Powerful Message”
And now for some regularly scheduled book news, and a brief respite from the troubles in the world right now, I'm thrilled to share a new review of Horseshoes and Hand Grenades, from the lovely women at Chicklit Club. Here are some excerpts from the review. You can read the full review including more plot … Continue reading Review from Chicklit Club
The Horseshoes and Hand Grenades Blog Tour wraps up with a bang: two reviews on leading book review sites, Allieereads out of Australia and Emma and Her Books in the UK. Thanks to both bloggers, and all the bloggers who participated, for making my first ever blog tour a smashing success! Book Review on Allieereads … Continue reading HAHG Blog Tour: Day 7