Title: The Doll Author: Taylor Stevens Publisher: Broadway Books Source: Publisher for Review Haunted by a life of violence and as proficient with languages as she is with knives, Vanessa Michael Munroe, chameleon and hunter, has built her life on a reputation for getting things done—dangerous and often not-quite-legal things. The ability to survive, fight, adapt,… Continue reading The Doll by Taylor Stevens
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2014 Niteblade Fundraiser
It’s time for the annual Niteblade fundraiser! This year’s perks include original art, Niteblade submission feedback, books, subscriptions and story critiques.
Don’t Even Think About It by Sarah Mlynowski
Title: Don’t Even Think About It Author: Sarah Mylnowski Publisher: Delacorte Press Source: Publisher via NetGalley Contemporary teen fiction with romance, secrets, scandals, and ESP from the author of Ten Things We Did (And Probably Shouldn’t Have). We weren’t always like this. We used to be average New York City high school sophomores. Until our… Continue reading Don’t Even Think About It by Sarah Mlynowski
The Widow’s Guide to Sex & Dating by Carole Radziwill
Title: The Widow’s Guide to Sex & Dating Author: Carole Radziwill Publisher: Henry Holt And Co. Source: Emily K. from Henry Holt in exchange for a review Claire Byrne is a quirky and glamorous 34-year-old Manhattanite and the wife of a famous, slightly older man. Her husband, Charlie, is a renowned sexologist and writer. Equal parts… Continue reading The Widow’s Guide to Sex & Dating by Carole Radziwill
Season of the Witch by Natasha Mostert
Title: Season of the Witch Author: Natasha Mostert Publisher: Portable Magic Ltd. Source: NetGalley In her award-winning novel*, Natasha Mostert blends alchemy, the art of memory, high magic and murder to create a highly original psychological thriller. Gabriel Blackstone is a cool, hip, thoroughly twenty-first century Londoner with an unusual talent. A computer hacker by… Continue reading Season of the Witch by Natasha Mostert
A Month of Letters – Update #3
A Month of Letters challenge is once again underway. The idea is to send out mail for each day the postal service runs. The kicker is replying to anything you receive. The third week I received more mail than I sent out. Below is what I sent: 2/19/14 - I sent off some medical supplies to a… Continue reading A Month of Letters – Update #3
The Candidates by Inara Scott
Title: The Candidates (The Delcroix Academy, Book 1) Author: Inara Scott Publisher: Hyperion Teens Source: Book Swag from Fantasy Convention 2010 Synopsis from the publisher site and the book cover: Dancia Lewis is far from popular. And that’s not just because of her average grades or her less-than-glamorous wardrobe. In fact, Dancia’s mediocrity is a… Continue reading The Candidates by Inara Scott
A Month of Letters – Update #2
A Month of Letters challenge is once again underway. The idea is to send out mail for each day the postal service runs. The kicker is replying to anything you receive. The second week I sent out more mail. My Valentine of choice to friends was a Harry Potter card which included a bookmark. 2/10/14… Continue reading A Month of Letters – Update #2
A Month of Letters – Update #1
A Month of Letters challenge is once again underway. The idea is to send out mail for each day the postal service runs. The kicker is replying to anything you receive. This year I’ve had a slow start. 2/1/14 – Mailed a post card to my mother. 2/3/14 – Mailed a short note to Suey… Continue reading A Month of Letters – Update #1
Regal Literary Giveaway Time
Regal Literary has books for all age groups up for grabs. For a few more weeks, you can enter their 2014 Giveaway of new releases. Good luck!