Book Recommendations
Why Readers Love Historical Fiction
Today, the day of “love”, seems appropriate to share a few thoughts about why I LOVE HISTORICAL FICTION and why other readers do as well. As the author of two novels defined as historical fiction, I chose the genre believing that I would reach more readers with the story of the Woman’s Medical College of…
Read MoreTips for Planning a Book Club Discussion: The Women, The Frozen River, and More
Does your book club rotate discussion leaders each month? Is your turn coming up? Have you entered a slight panic mode, thinking of how you’ll make “your meeting” a success? What book should I pick? Where can I find discussion prompts which will ignite an engaging conversation? What else can I do to ensure a…
Read MoreLists, lists and more lists.
Given my Type A tendencies, I revert to lists of all kinds to keep my life organized. From To-Do lists (for me and separate ones for the hubby) to shopping lists to Excel files and Goodreads for TBR books. I have even started a TBR, or rather TO BE BOUGHT list for the upcoming arrival…
Read MoreSummer Reads + Fall Book Club Picks
For me, a perfect summer day includes sitting on the beach in the late afternoon after the height of the sun’s burning rays which minimizes my need for 28 layers of sunscreen, my “Do Not Disturb” hat perched on my head, clip-on shades affixed to my reading glasses, a salty snack nearby to nibble, and…
Read More2021 FIVE STAR PICKS
Of the seventy books I read in 2021, here are the twenty-three I deem worthy of a 5-star rating. How lucky are readers there are so many wonderful books out there! Any on this list that jive with your five-star ratings? Any I missed to add to my 2022 TBR pile? Comment below. And, how…
Read MoreBOOK STORE ROAD TRIP
UPDATED: March 25, 2023 Many of you who follow me on Facebook know that I post Kindle specials on a regular basis. Why you might ask am I encouraging more dollars into the pocket of Amazon and Jeff Bezos when independent bookstores struggle every day? First, there’s the bargain hunter in me I cannot…
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