IWSG and Did You Know

 

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 

The awesome co-hosts for the April 2 posting of the IWSG are Jennifer Lane, L Diane Wolfe, Jenni Enzor, and Natalie Aguirre!

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

 

April 2 question - What fantasy character would you like to fight, go on a quest with, or have a beer/glass of wine with?

 

I'm not picky. Either Thor or Iron Man would work for me. ;)

 

March/April Reviews in no particular order.

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

 

DEATH IN THE ABSENCE OF RAIN by Caleb Pirtle III

The fifth book in the Magnolia Bluff Crime Chronicles

This story centers on Graham Huston, the owner of the local newspaper, who has a ghostly visitant while fighting his own ghosts/demons from his past.

The tale is well-written and told in a mystical poetic voice. It will definitely appeal to the Magnolia Bluff Crime Chronicle followers.

Can be read as a standalone.

Available at Amazon

 

 

 

BORN AND BRED TEXAN by Jinx Schwartz

This is the ninth book in the Magnolia Bluff Crime Chronicles Series

So far, I haven’t read a book in the series I haven’t enjoyed and Ms. Schwartz’s offering is no exception. Her main character, Blue, is a feisty widow returning to her home in Magnolia Bluff, hoping to heal from the loss of her husband. She gets more than she bargains for when a dead body is found on her property, followed by several sets of human remains.

Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys cozy mysteries, feisty heroines, and story lines with plenty of humor running through them. 

This book can be read as a standalone. 

Available at Amazon

 

SUNFLOWER TANKA by Colleen Chesebro and Robbie Cheadle

Authors from around the world have offered their renderings of ‘into the light’ using the symbolic sunflower. There was much talent and many different takes. Here are just a few lines that caught my eye:

‘into the light, she emerged

ready for her second chance’ ~ Yvette Calleiro

‘how fast time passes

youngsters—now teens or adults

elders, no longer sprightly’  ~  Robbie Cheadle

‘silent guardian

owl—a speedy feathered wraith’ ~ Colleen Chesebro

‘winter rain sputters

bruised clouds surrender the sky

a spring dawn beckons’   ~ D. Wallace Peach

‘whispers of sunlight

awaken sleeping autumn’ ~  Gwen M. Plano

There is much, much more to read. A treasure for poetry lovers who enjoy beautiful wordage.

Available at Amazon 

 

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Good bud, author D. L. Finn,  is hosting Reuben and me at her place. Denise is a multi-talented author whose writings include middle-grade stories, paranormal reads, inspiring poetry and lately she's opened a Gratitude store where she has many lovely items that display both her photography and her poetry. If you're in the vicinity, please stop by and join us.

 

Available at Amazon

 AND

Did you know, Oscar Wilde  went to prison and did hard labor because of his sexual proclivities?

For more information: 24 Crazy Author Facts You Need to Know — On Book Street

 

IWSG Wednesday and Did You Know

 

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 

 

January/February Reviews in no particular order.

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

 

 

DEATH BY MOONLIGHT by C. W. Hawes

In book 32 of the Crime Chronicles, Harry Thurgood is once again smack dab in the middle of a murder mystery. This one more gruesome and ritualistic than most. While Sgt. Reece Sovern and Harry have buried the hatchet, and on their way to becoming friends, the same can’t be said for Captain Davis Briggs who wants no part of any civilians at his crime scenes. But when Harry’s beloved wife disappears its going to take more than a determined captain to keep him out of the investigation as Harry races to find his wife before she too joins the list of casualties .

DEATH BY MOONLIGHT is a must read for murder mystery fans, especially those that follow C.W. Hawes.

Available at Amazon

 

 

 

 

A CHRISTMAS HOMECOMING by Yvette M. Calleiro

A lovely Christmas story.

This is a well-written, feel-good tale that is perfect for the holiday season.

It's a short, easy to read story and will appeal to those who enjoy Christian Romance.

Available at Amazon

 

 

ZACHARY TAYLOR: America’s 12^th President by Deborah Cops

This is part of the Encyclopedia of Presidents written for young people, but definitely enjoyable reads for adults. This is the fourth in the series I've read. I have found them to be both salient and capable of holding my interest.

My main take away from this book, and this president, is that he was a war hero from the war with Mexico and did his best to hold the union together during talk of session. There are few papers from his presidency because the home they were stored in was burned during the civil war. He had little experience as a politician, but the people loved him regardless.

A good read for those that enjoy presidential biographies.

Available at Amazon

 

TALE OF THE SEASONS’ WEAVER by D. Wallace Peach

D. Wallace Peach weaves some magic of her own.

Once again, the author creates a tale that flows like poetry and is filled with suspense, intrigue and twisty turns.

When the Weaver of Season’s leaves for the underworld, she charges her half-mortal, half-charmed daughter to take her place as weaver. If Erith can’t complete the weaving of the changing seasons, all will die. Mortal and charmed alike. Challenges face her at every turn, not the least of these self-doubt.

In this book, there are several characters and species to keep track of. But to be expected when building a new world. A book for fantasy fans and those who love a good tale.

Available at Amazon

 

 

RECRUITMENT by K. A. Riley

I love a well-written dystopian YA. The good ones always have you on the edge of your seat. RECRUITMENT the first in a series of three is no exception. In a style reminiscent of Hunger Games, when teens turn seventeen, recruiters come to take them away to fight the Eastern Order. But when Cress and her friends get to the training ground, they soon learn that nothing is as it seems and danger may be more imminent that going to war. 

Available at Amazon

 

 

 

AND 

 

Did you know, Louisa Mae Alcott worked as a nurse during the civil war in Washington D.C.?

 

For more author info: 150 Interesting Facts About Our Favorite Authors [Infographic] 

 

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