Things to Do While Querying Your Novel: Part 2

Hello! For part two of this topic, I'm going to focus on writing and motivation. While you're querying, keep writing! Do you have any other story ideas up your sleeve? I feel like I have too many story ideas now. That's not the case for every writer. You might be in a slump, or still…

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…

Things to Do While Querying Your Novel: Part 1

Hello everyone! After a very long writing process filled with revisions and critiques, I'm at the point where I've decided to finally start querying my children's story. For the past year and a half, I've read all about needing patience and thick skin while querying. I've tried to brace myself for the journey and remind…

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…

Two 5 star Book Reviews: A Nearer Moon -and – The Many Reflections of Miss Jame Deming

A Nearer Moon by Melanie Crowder My rating: 5 of 5 stars This was a short read, and I loved it! I enjoyed it even more than I thought I would.The story revolves around love between two sets of sisters, and a cursed swampy area. I did enjoy the Perdita chapters more than the Luna…

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…

Meet the Writer: Marianna Shek

I had the pleasure of meeting Marianna Shek in a middle grade writers critique group where I've gotten to read her wonderful words. Even though she's all the way in Australia and I'm here in the US, technology lets us feel like that's not very far apart. She took time out of her busy schedule…

Book Review & $50 Giveaway | Initiation: Sky Raiders Academy Book One

BeachBoundbooks is pleased to be coordinating a Blog Tour for the middle grade fantasy, Initiation: Sky Raiders Academy Book One by Kirstin Pulioff from April 3 - April 24, 2016. About the Book Title: Initiation: Sky Raiders Book One | Author: Kirstin Pulioff | Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Number of Pages: 150 | Publication Date:…

Two Good Decisions

Last week I made two decisions, and I feel good about them! 1. I joined Weight Watchers online. I know, that's not writing or book related, but it's life related. A friend wanted to try it, and I decided to try it too so we could have non-judgemental accountability! I was nervous! I have a…