Middle grade fantasy is supposedly one of my favourite genres, yet it’s one I don’t seem to get around to reading very often! That genre’s the theme of this list, though I’ve decided to add the term ‘speculative fiction’ here so I include a few books that aren’t quite traditional fantasy. (Last summer I wrote a blog on my understanding of the term spec fic.) Links to GoodReads, followed by a brief note […]
This post is linked up at the Monthly Round-Up Wrap-Up @ Feed Your Fiction Addiction. Hello June! Lovely weather has arrived. I’ve been participating in Armchair Book Expo the past few days. Reading so many thoughtful posts and engaging with blogging friends both new and old has got me feeling exciting about blogging again. I’ll try to keep up that feeling throughout this month. May turned out to be the […]
Giveaway day has arrived! In preparation for a cross-country move in August, I have been clearing out my bookshelves. I’ve picked four books from which you can choose your prize: The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling – “When Barry Fairbrother dies in his early forties, the town of Pagford is left in shock. Pagford is, seemingly, an English idyll, with a cobbled market square and an ancient abbey, but what lies […]
I am taking a break from Armchair Book Expo posting today (though I am still reading and enjoying your posts on diversity and dining with authors) to mention that I am also participating in a 48 Hour Book Challenge (#48HBC) this weekend, hosted by Ms. Yingling Reads. This is a low-key, low-pressure reading event that essentially gives you an excuse to read and chat about books all weekend 😉 Below are four […]
I spent some time today getting caught up on posts from yesterday, during which I realized I do indeed have opinions on best practices when it comes to book blogging. I have read a lot of thoughtful posts on the subject and look forward to reading more on today’s topics, one of which is… Let’s collaborate and listen – The online book community has changed so much over the years. How […]