I have been on vacation for the last two weeks and it has been heavenly! I have had plenty of time for walks, spending time with family, and reading a few great science fiction novels! Before I left, I picked up an intriguing book by Michael Crichton called Micro: A Novel and it was an amazing story! I thought I would share a quick review of it with you in case you are looking for some summer reading inspiration! Micro: A Novel By Michael Crichton and Richard Preston Purchase this Michael Crichton Novel on Amazon Title: Micro: A … [Read more...]
Love Great Science Fiction Novels? Read Micro: A Novel By Michael Crichton
July 10, 2017 by · 1 Comment
50 Shades of Chicken Cookbook Lets You Dominate Dinner in Style!
May 15, 2017 by · 5 Comments
I am a passionate foodie and have a rather impressive collection of cookbooks on my shelves. Never have I found one that makes me laugh out loud until I bought 50 Shades of Chicken: A Parody in a Cookbook. Seriously, this chicken cookbook is a unique balance of humor and actual food porn that is both sensual and disturbing all at the same time. Know someone who loves food? Have a friend who was a little TOO excited about the 50 Shades of Grey movies? Think your husband will get a kick out of dominating dinner? You need to get the 50 … [Read more...]
New Book and CD Experience: Dan Random Somewhere Called Now
April 24, 2017 by · 2 Comments
A few weeks ago, I made a rather startling discovery. Our neighborhood has been hiding a talented musician and author! In fact, this is a guy who's house I have visited for oyster roasts and who's kid plays tennis with mine! How did I not know that Dan Random lived down the street from me? My husband and I were lucky enough to get an invite to his latest book release party and concert for Somewhere Called Now and I thought I would share some information about this great new book and CD experience. This post contains affiliate links if you … [Read more...]
If You Could Be Mine by Sara Farizan
January 6, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
In If You Could Be Mine by Sara Farizan, Sahar has been in love with her best friend, Nasrin, since they were six. But Iran is a dangerous place for two girls in love. This is a book that my teenage daughter read and absolutely loved. She recommended I read it when we headed over to London last week so I took it along to keep me busy on the flight. Let me just say that the person sitting next to me heard some serious sobbing as I finished this story! While there were a few things I didn't like about the book, overall it is moving and brings … [Read more...]
Fusion Anthology Book Blast and Giveaway
December 16, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
Authors: Shannon Mayer, Denise Grover Swank, Addison Moore, Shelly Crane, Amy Bartol, Eve Langlais, Stephanie Erickson, Jesi Lea Ryan, JC AndrijeskiNEW from HIJINKS INK PUBLISHING…..FUSION: Nine outstanding fantasy stories merged together to create a bestselling reaction.An anthology designed for readers of fantasy . . . Paranormal, urban/contemporary fantasy, science fiction and dystopian fused together in one epic fantasy bundle. Make your way through fire and ice, love, lust and hate as NINE International Bestselling Authors come … [Read more...]
Damsel Not Blog Tour and Giveaway
November 17, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
In the days of old, one knight fought to save the maiden he loved – a battle that ended in a bloody promise for the future.In the days of the 21st Century, Izz doesn’t believe in prophecies. A recent widow, she struggles to find the passion that once fueled her life – a passion that is reignited the day a knight in disguise cuts into her life in a flash of swordplay and seductive grins.Izz doesn’t want to love him. The guilt of moving on nearly crushes her, yet she finds herself unable to resist the touch, the feel, the scent of the man … [Read more...]
Corruption Book Blast and Giveaway!
October 27, 2014 by · 1 Comment
As a category six wizard in her eighties, Josephine O’Connor has always enjoyed a youthful body due to extremely slow aging but when she discovers she’s become immortal, she must return to the workforce. Soon after starting her investigative work for the police, Josephine discovers a secret organization called the Valituras that has amassed ancient magic and power with single-minded determination. Her new assignment of defeating this agency may prove to be an impossible feat as their members have infiltrated all levels of the government … [Read more...]
Ripleys Believe it or Not Reality Shock
October 21, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
I received a copy of Ripleys Believe it or Not Reality Shock at no charge to facilitate my review but all opinions expressed here are my own.As the mother of incredibly inquisitive teens with the attention span of gnats, we are huge fans of all the Ripleys Believe it or Not books. They are chock full of amazing photos and unbelievable facts. It is also laid out so that the book can be read a page or two at a time or just opened up right to the middle and enjoyed in whatever order you want! The newest Ripleys Believe it or Not book is … [Read more...]
Mason Jar Salads and More
September 30, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
I was provided one copy of Mason Jar Salads and More to review at no charge but all opinions expressed here are my own. This post contains affiliate links. I have quite a collection of mason jars floating around my house. I use them for drinks, storing grains, and a dozen other things around the house. I have not, however, tried to make mason jar salads yet. It has been on my 'to do' list for a while. Convenient, healthy, and easily portable sounds like a great idea for the husband's lunch box every once in a while. If you are … [Read more...]
Wounded Excerpt and Amazon Giveaway
September 9, 2014 by · Leave a Comment
"My name is Rylee and I am a Tracker." When children go missing, and the Humans have no leads, I'm the one they call. I am their last hope in bringing home the lost ones. I salvage what they cannot.The clock is ticking and I can feel the weight of the final battle with the demon hordes looming over my head. The puzzle pieces are becoming clearer, but the casualty list is growing. And with each name that is added to those we've lost, my confidence cracks a little more. Yet there is hope. A child saved. A life lost. A prophecy … [Read more...]
