IWSG Wednesday AND Did You Know Thursday

 

 The first Wednesday of every month is officially IWSG day. IWSG was formed by Ninja Captain Alex Cavanaugh. Members post about their doubts and fears, discuss struggles and triumphs, and offer words of encouragement to others who are struggling.

 

Twitter handle: @TheIWSG  

Hashtag: #IWSG 

Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!

Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.

The Awesome co-hosts for

The awesome co-hosts for the November 4 posting of the IWSG are Kalpana, Kim Lajevardi, Rebecca Douglass, Jennifer Lane, and Cathrina Constantine!

Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say. 

Remember, the question is optional.
November 4 question - As a writer, do you have favorite themes that you like to explore in your stories? If so, what are they?

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October/November Reviews in no particular order.

* Disclaimer. If I run into an occasional typo, I ignore them and don't factor them into my review

 

WHEN THERE’S ONLY A CHRISTMAS WISH by D.L. Finn

A young woman tries to build a new life for herself while running from her past.

 

Ana grew up in wealth and privilege and now she can barely afford the thrift shop.

After her house is set on fire with her in, she decides to disappear. Landing in Denver she meets a woman with uncanny abilities that introduces her to an older woman that takes her under her wing, and to a family that is bent on giving her a second chance.

I loved this story. The author managed to deftly weave a warm Christmas story and a chilling mystery together in a sparkling tapestry of hope and fear. The characters are multidimensional.  And the descriptions capture all the reader’s senses. This is a wonderful story to read at the Christmas season or anytime you just want a feel-good HEA. Highly recommended.  It is now my favorite D.L. Finn story….until the next one😊

Available at Amazon 

 

THE WIFE OF KRONSTADT BY Patricia Furstenberg
THE WIFE OF KRONSTADT is a medieval mystery novelette set in Transylvania.

With meticulous detail, the author entwines history and almost imperceptible murders to create an enigmatic mystery.

The story centers around Gertrud, wife of the local physician. Gertrud along with a small group of others, begins to notice inconsistencies in the burial registers and medical records of women and children whose deaths were listed as natural causes. While the deaths don’t arouse suspicion in the physician, they do in these like-minded souls who are determined to find out the truth. Like a historical ‘Murder Club’, the group sets about tracking down how these people have died and who or what is responsible.

The writing of this medieval intrigue flows smoothly and is crafted with a touch of mysticism. If you are interested in medieval mysteries or women’s history, I highly recommend it.

Kudos to the author on her story and the research that went into it.  

Available at Amazon 

 

 

AVALANCHE-STREET RATS OF ARAMOOR: BOOK 6 by Michael Wisehart

I just finished this wonderful series about Ayrion, a young Upakan who, through no fault of his own, was banished from his tribe to make his way in the world at the tender age of thirteen. In each novel, as he ages, he finds himself in dangerous situations. But to offset these events are the lifelong friendships he makes along the way, protecting people he cares about in the process.  In each book, his status rises, especially after being befriended by the high king himself. In Book 6, as war looms on the horizon, he must walk a fine line between doing his duty to his king on the battlefront and keeping his friends at home safe.

I can’t recommend this book, and series, highly enough, especially for lovers of fantasy.

Available at Amazon. 

 

 

THE CLOCK STRIKES DEAD by Joe Congel

This is the 46th book of the Magnolia Bluff Crime Chronicles. There are several different authors that write this series and each has to weave in the others’ worldbuilding and characters with their specific protagonist.

Joe Congel’s novel centers around Turner, a former New York police detective, who moved to the small town of Magnolia Bluff a few years ago for peace and quiet. On the heels of his move, he learns that murder is not limited to big cities and much of his time is still spent solving crime.

When his fiancée is kidnapped, this time it’s personal and the clock is ticking.

A well-choreographed mystery with relatable characters and a small-town atmosphere that makes you want to pull up a chair at Harry Thurgood’s Really Good coffee shop and join the gang for a cup of coffee.

The tension mounts as the book continues and by the end reaches an explosive and satisfying climax. A standout choice for anyone who love PI Mysteries, a well-told tale or, like me, is a Joe Congel fan.

Available at Amazon 

 

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Did you know, Jane Austen brewed her own beer AND added molasses to it.

 

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Ketch-Up Day

 

Obviously, the vote doesn't apply to non US residents, but the greeting does:)  😀

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I know Spook Day is in the rearview mirror but I really enjoyed family and friends' costumes and thought you might too.

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The irises continue to bring me joy.  Apparently, this little honey bee thinks so too:)

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Which bird is the most beautiful? 

That's it, Blogger Buds. Hope to cyber-see you tomorrow. 

Weekend Wishes

 

Bye-bye, October, Bye-bye.

Writerly Wednesday AND Did You Know Thursday

 

 What's your synonym, example or sentence for:

Sentence: We could hear the susurrus of the wind through the trees. 

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Did you know, a turtle's shell is made up of over fifty bones? 

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Ketch-Up Day

 

How are you? Got your spook on?

I got a new toy.  A leaf blower/vac/mulcher.  It's not mega powerful, but it's light weight, perfect for a senior citizen and makes great mulch.

 

 IN THE GARDEN

The white Irises continue to bloom and delight me.  And the little holly tree has some red berries on it:) AND the young trees and razzmatazz (muscadine) grape vine are still holding their own:)

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Back when Frank was a young'un and his buddy Penny was still alive. 

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As always, if you aren't on the bday list and would like to be, let me know. Conversely, if you are on the list and would like to be removed, let me know that too.
 

 That's it for today, Blogger Buds. Hope to cyber-see you tomorrow:)

 

Weekend Wishes

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 THE 24TH IS

 

 

Writerly Wednesday AND Did You Know Thursday

What's your synonym, definition or sentence for:

 

 Example: He bellied up to the bar and asked for two-fingers of corn juice. 

 

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 Did you know, the first oranges were green?

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