"How can you say that someone should read a book that you don't like?" Once again, I tried to explain what I meant. "I didn't say I didn't like the book. There's some great stuff in there. I just have issues with some of the writing." The conversation has happened more than once in my life, Continue Reading
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When You Dance, Who Is Leading, Anyway?
The synopsis beckoned with the wheedling crook of one practiced in the art of reeling others in. California? 19th century? It wasn't like I had a whole series planned about that era—even one in print already. So, of course, I had to read it. Right? But I couldn't find it. See, I was Continue Reading
Who Is Your Refuge When All Goes Wrong?
Research rabbit holes. I’d found myself in another one. This time, instead of how to poison someone without using known poisons, I’d somehow ended up with an article on historical opinions on children’s clothing. Long dresses vs. short dresses. Long pants vs. short pants. And short dresses vs. Continue Reading
Isn’t It Amazing How God Is in the Tiniest Details?
I remember the moment with perfect clarity. My room was a hopeless mess, but one great thing about talking to people on the phone... Wait. I need to correct that. The only great thing about talking to people on the phone is that you can put the phone on speaker (if yours has that capability, Continue Reading
Is Above the Fold Really the Best Place to Be?
“I found a picture.” Okay, so I should point out that I can’t remember who I said this to. Was it my friend? My launch team? In my Reader Group? Whoever I said it to wasn’t surprised. But I couldn’t stop talking about it. “Can’t you see it? She could be Madeline’s daughter—a reporter. But with Continue Reading
What Happened When King Met the King of Kings?
Did you know that sometimes I have to be talked into requesting a review copy? Sometimes the call goes out for a book and I think, "Yeah... not for me." But someone says, "Give it a chance." And eventually, I get talked into it. When King Here came up for review, I passed. The cover looked Continue Reading
An Unusual Way to Examine What Makes a Great Marriage
I'll admit, I winced when I called my husband to tell him that Mom was moving home with me. It wasn't that he'd object to her presence, but it would only take a few seconds for him to realize what it meant. We live in a three-bedroom, one bath, 1100 sq. ft. home. When you leave our living room, Continue Reading
Just What’s So Great about Sex?
I often read my review books at Denny's. Late at night, between the late dinner and bar rushes, the restaurant is often quiet. Perfect for reading. Last night, I had two books to read. The first I read on Kindle, but the second was a paperback. One of the employees asked what I was Continue Reading
3 Awkward Reasons Why I Avoided This Review
"The book holds so much promise!" "Good one." I blinked. "Huh?" She eyed me with a twinkle I've seen all my life. "The title. It fits the title." Insert groan here. Still, jokes aside, I still had no idea how to review a book that didn't quite meet my hopes and expectations but that Continue Reading
8 Great Things I Can’t Help with on the Reading Challenge
WHEW! After finishing the latest installment of Cassie, I thought I'd take a "short break" and create that list I promised in the Reading Challenge blog post. It took forever. I should be going home, but I'm determined to do a couple of things first, so I'm working hard over here... on this post. Continue Reading
Yeah, Baby! It’s Time for a New Reading Challenge
“Does anyone know a book that has more than six words in the title?” Look, it was the last week of the year. I should have known why someone would ask the question. I didn’t. However, a few cool answers came, including a super-cool sounding book that I’ve got to read. Check it out: The Curious Continue Reading
When the Unexpected Delights You!
"It's just a fluffy romance." I recognized the tone--the sneer in the words. I'd spoken with that sneer myself a time or a hundred. See, romance for romance's sake... not my thing. Never has been. However, as a part of a story... perfect. Still, the accusation appeared to be valid. I mean Continue Reading
