Hello again, website

Wow. It's been a long time since I posted anything here! I have still been very active with reading and writing, and maybe that's why I haven't come up with blog posts for a year or so!  Here are some of the books I've read so far in 2019: You can click here or above to…

Catalina and the King’s Wall: Blog Tour, Review & Giftcard Giveaway!

BeachBoundBooks is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the children's picture book written by Patty Costello and illustrated by Diane Cojocaru, Catalina and the King's Wall. The tour will run from May 3 - May 31, 2018. About the Book Title: Catalina and the King's Wall Author: Patricia Costello Illustrated by: Diane Cojocaru…

2018 Goals

I read an excellent thread on twitter here by literary agent Naomi Davis, about setting goals, but in a way that doesn’t set you up for failure. I’m keeping it in mind as I list some goals for 2018. Continue querying my first manuscript. Whether I get an agent this year or not, I’m just going…

Book Review: The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater

The Scorpio Races by Maggie Stiefvater My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the first book I've read by Maggie Stiefvater, even though I've followed her on twitter for a long time and was a fan of her writing tips and humor. This book did not disappoint. I can clearly see how talented she…

Book Review: The Voyage to Magical North

The Voyage to Magical North by Claire Fayers My rating: 5 of 5 stars Wow. I had this book on my tbr for awhile, and I'm so glad I finally read it. Now added to my favorites! A swashbuckling adventure, but so much more than that. I laughed. I was awed. I loved the world…

Book Blog Tour & $25 Giveaway – Guinevere: At the Dawn of Legend

BeachBoundBooks is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the children's historical fiction book written by Cheryl Carpinello, Guinevere: At the Dawn of Legend. The tour will run from July 17 - August 7, 2017.  You can read all about the adventure-filled series below! About the Book Title: Guinevere: At the Dawn of Legend…

Some of My Anticipated Releases

It's hard to believe it's June already! Many people make an anticipated book releases post at the beginning of the year, so I'm very late. I'm focusing on the books coming out during the rest of 2017 that I can't wait to read! You'll notice almost every one is a sequel. It means I enjoyed the…

Book Review: The Girl Who Drank the Moon

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill My rating: 5 of 5 stars A new book to add to my favorites list! I LOVED this newly awarded Newbery Medal winner. Every year, a baby is taken to the forest as a sacrifice, to keep a witch from terrorizing the "Protectorate" town. Yes, I…

A Love of Fairytales

It might seem foolish or childish to some "grown ups" that other adults still enjoy reading or watching fairytale stories. But to me, it's a great way to keep your mind young and creative. Two quotes I love by C.S. Lewis: It seems so many of us are intrigued by the unknown and unexpected. I…

Book Review: Mary’s Song, + GC Giveaway!

BeachBoundbooks is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the children's adventure book, Mary's Song by Susan Count. The tour will run December 12, 2016 - January 2, 2017. Please scroll down to read my review! About the Book Title: Mary's Song (Dream Horse Adventure Book 1) | Author: Susan Count Genre: Children's Fiction…