About the Book The Light Between Worlds by Laura E. Weymouth Published by Harper Teen on October 28, 2018 GoodReads Description Five years ago, Evelyn and Philippa Hapwell cowered from air strikes in a London bomb shelter. But that night took a turn when the sisters were transported to another realm called the Woodlands. In a forest kingdom populated by creatures out of myth and legend, they found temporary refuge. When they finally returned to London, nothing had changed at all—nothing, except themselves. Now, Ev spends her days sneaking into the woods outside her boarding school, wishing ..read more

My name is Grace Hasson and this month my first book, Into the Orange Grove: A Collection of Poetry, was published. I have dreamed of publishing a book for a long time and now that dream is a reality. The book is a journey, my journey, through heartbreak and isolation and ends at  finding growth. In this post I’d like to share a poem I wrote that I immediately loved since the first draft. Last year I took a Renaissance Art History class. I also learned about the ekphrastic poem, in which the poet describes and explains something, usually a piece of art. To me, combining artwork with poet ..read more

Book Blitz!  V.O.L.T. Village of Lost Things Dawn Brazil Genre: YA Fantasy  Summary:  When seventeen-year-old Samantha learns her boyfriend died, she is throttled with grief. Comatose for three months, she wakes –standing in a line, in a city called VOLT – Village of Lost Things. Sam’s life has been a series of the universe crapping over her desires. When she learns Ryan is waiting behind the thick forest that leads to this city, she’s more than skeptical. When you have nothing left, you accept scraps. VOLT is Sam’s scraps. Except, Ryan isn’t where he’s supposed to ..read more

About the Book Grown Ups by Emma Jane Unsworth Published by Gallery/Scout Press on August 18, 2020 GoodReads DescriptionFleabag meets Conversations with Friends in this brutally honest, observant, original novel about a woman going through a breakup…but really having more of a breakdown. Jenny McLaine’s life is falling apart. Her friendships are flagging. Her body has failed her. She’s just lost her column at The Foof because she isn’t the fierce voice new feminism needs. Her ex has gotten together with another woman. And worst of all: Jenny’s mother is about to move in. Having left ho ..read more

About the Book The Hilarious World of Depression by John Moe Published on May 5, 2020 by St. Martins Press GoodReads DescriptionFor years John Moe, critically-acclaimed public radio personality and host of The Hilarious World of Depression podcast, struggled with depression; it plagued his family and claimed the life of his brother in 2007. As Moe came to terms with his own illness, he began to see similar patterns of behavior and coping mechanisms surfacing in conversations with others, including high-profile comedians who'd struggled with the disease. Moe saw that there was tremendous com ..read more

About the Book A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin Published in August 1996 by Bantam GoodReads DescriptionHere is the first volume in George R. R. Martin’s magnificent cycle of novels that includes A Clash of Kings and A Storm of Swords. As a whole, this series comprises a genuine masterpiece of modern fantasy, bringing together the best the genre has to offer. Magic, mystery, intrigue, romance, and adventure fill these pages and transport us to a world unlike any we have ever experienced. Already hailed as a classic, George R. R. Martin’s stunning series is destined to stand as o ..read more

About the Book The Order of the Key by Justine Manzano Published on July 9, 2020 by Black Rose Writing GoodReads DescriptionJacklyn Madison never expected to be attacked by a beast on an evening snack run. Add a rescue mission enacted by a trained regiment of teenaged warriors, and her night officially becomes just like a scene from one of her beloved comic books. Turns out, her parents were once members of the Order of the Key, gifted humans that protect humanity from creatures spilling through inter-dimensional rifts. Unable to control her newfound abilities, Jacklyn and her family re ..read more

About the Book Little Tales by Raymond Pyke Independently Published on January 8, 2019 Amazon DescriptionA collection of short stories which will whisk you away to a world of pure imagination. There are tales of magic and fantasy; stories involving animals and nature; cracking adventure yarns; and unusual fables about fairies and giants. Although written from the viewpoint of a young girl, the stories will appeal to readers of any age group or gender. Actual names are avoided within the stories so that the reader can better identify with the main characters. My Thoughts This middle grade bo ..read more

The Genesis of Seven by Sara M. Schaller Genre: YA Fantasy Release Date: Summary: Eighteen-year-old Jordan Conway has always wanted to help people, but helping seven archangels to achieve their divine duty was never quite what he had in mind… When Jordan is entrusted by the head nun of his orphanage to deliver a mysterious backpack to a New York City address, he comes unexpectedly face-to-face with Archangel Gabriel. Their acquaintance fast uncovers a labyrinth of secrets that connect Jordan’s once-normal life to an ancient heavenly prophecy. Now, he must help Gabriel to reunite the arc ..read more

This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. The author will be giving away a $10 Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn commenter. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour. Two strangers on the same path. Survivors. Companions. They will be each other’s salvation. On a rainy, winter night, a mysterious woman in a red dress seeking shelter comes inside the restaurant Kabir was busy working in —primarily the bar— and night after night, drink after drink, she comes back to the same spot. That is where he sees her for the first time. Hundr ..read more