This story is gritty and real. It’s delightfully dark and grippingly gruesome. A marvelous structure of chilling fairytale in true Grimm fashion. The unique voice and style is immersive. The pacing of events is expertly crafted and I couldn’t put it down. The tension and conflict in the story flows like a building tidal wave that sweeps you away and crashes into shore.
Book Review: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars by Christopher Paolini
The year is 2257, and humanity has spread into a vast empire across space. I immediately found myself hooked. There is mystery, intrigue, and devastation from the start. It was a satisfying conclusion that wrapped up the ends in a tidy manner, yet I’m hoping that their stories aren’t over just yet (sequel, please!).
20 Simple Spreads and Trackers For Your Reading Journal
The possibilities for a book journal are endless, and that’s the best part! You get to make it your own. You don’t need to be artistic or stress about having the perfect handwriting. It’s a place for you to reflect and and go deeper with the books that you enjoy. In this post I’m going to give you ideas and inspiration for some spreads and trackers that you can keep in your own reading journal. Don’t worry, they are simple and easy to create with no artistic ability and minimal supplies – all you really need is a pen and a notebook.
12 Standalone Fantasy Book Recommendations – YA & Adult
Standalones are seemingly rare in the fantasy genre, but they offer us that quick-win feeling of fulfillment. So I put together this list of awesome book recommendations (both adult and young adult fantasy) based on your favorite tropes and sub-genres. If you love the fantasy genre, but prefer the rare standalone, this one is for you!
ARC Review: Blood, Metal, Bone by Lindsay Cummings
A magnificent blend of sci-fi and fantasy. After being wrongly accused of her brother’s death, Sonara is sentenced to death by her mother. But she is given a second chance at brought back to life as a Shadowblood, with powers that are reviled by society on her world of Dohrsar. She is now known as the Devil of the Deadlands, thieving to survive while questing for the truth about what happened to her brother.
Best Book Rating System: Categories for a 5-Star Scale
The SPECS system is a method that will allow reviewers to base their feedback on evidence from important categories, rather than simply an emotional response. It will help other reviewers who sometimes struggle like I do over choosing the rating that feels right.
ARC Review: For the Wolf by Hannah Whitten
For the first time in centuries, a Second Daughter is born. Redarys, with a secret and dangerous power, is fated to be sacrificed to the Wolf in the Wilderwood. The Order of the Five Kings hopes that her sacrifice will be enough for their gods, who were long ago captured by the Wolf, to be returned to them. But Red soon learns that these legends told aren’t all truth.
How to know if an editor is the right fit for you and your book.
How do you know if an editor is actually a good fit for you? The editing process can feel daunting – but it doesn’t have to. These are eight questions you should ask yourself before hiring a professional editor. Knowing the answers to these can help you decide if they are the right fit for both you and your book. I want you to feel confident in your investment, know you are making the best and most informed decision possible, and decide how to make the right choice for both you and your book.
ARC Review: Belle Morte by Bella Higgin
Overall, this book is an exciting, light read. It’s exactly as I expected it to be and didn’t disappoint. If you are looking for something new and profound, this isn’t it. But if the vampire sub-genre and all its typical tropes are your guilty pleasure, than this is one you will enjoy as much as I did.
Improve Your Writing Skills by Reading
As writers, we are constantly on a mission to improve – at least you should be! Reading is one of the best ways you can improve your writing skills. Every writer has been transformed in some way by something they have read. Reading can provide you with new inspiration, styles, structures, and techniques. Check out this blog post for an extensive list of what to take notes on while you’re reading so that you can apply new narrative techniques to your own writing!
ARC Review: The City of Dusk by Tara Sim
The the first book in a dark, epic fantasy series. In the kingdom of Nexus, the heirs vie for the throne. But their realm of Vitae is dying, and the four heirs must form a reluctant alliance to save the realm, the kingdom, and their people.
Writing Prompts for Your Reading Journal
Have you have ever wondered what exactly to write about in your reading journal? Here are some prompts to spark your creativity and get you thinking more deeply while you read!
