This book was not what I expected, but I am happy to say I wasn’t disappointed. The story is set in Terre d’Ange, a fictional land founded by a rebel angel and his companions. The inhabitants claim to be descended from those companions and the angel himself. The world-building in this story is masterful. WithContinue reading “Book Review: Kushiel’s Dart by Jacqueline Carey”
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Book Review: Mort by Terry Pratchett
The persona we often associate with death is dark and terrifying, but what if he had a sense of humor and was in the market for a new apprentice? In this fourth book of the Discworld series, Pratchett introduces us to Mort, the youngest son of a vintner who is more of a burden toContinue reading “Book Review: Mort by Terry Pratchett”
Oh Hello There, 2024
Well, here we are. 2024. I intended to post sooner but I have been battling an extreme case of existential angst. The best way I can describe it would be to imagine yourself on a cliff’s edge, or at least you believe it is a cliff. Everything below it is darkness. You cannot turn aroundContinue reading “Oh Hello There, 2024”
Book Review: Wretched by Emily McIntire
“I don’t want to be loved by the hero. I don’t want to be sacrificed on the altar of saving the world. I want to be loved by the villain. I want to be worshipped above all else by someone who would burn it all down just to be with me and together we wouldContinue reading “Book Review: Wretched by Emily McIntire”
Book Review: Hooked by Emily McIntire
Imagine, if you will, taking a familiar cast of characters, their personalities intact, and you drop them into a new and unfamiliar environment. Now, I want you to also imagine a world where the villain gets their happy ending. Essentially, that is the premise of this book by Emily McIntire. I first learned about thisContinue reading “Book Review: Hooked by Emily McIntire”
Book Review: Assassin’s Creed Renaissance by Oliver Bowden
I am a history enthusiast. I think that’s what drew me to the Assassin’s Creed franchise in the beginning. Of their many talents, Ubisoft ( the creators) are brilliant at depicting historical locations and periods with next-level authenticity. I have played nearly every Assassin’s Creed game in the franchise, so when I discovered that thereContinue reading “Book Review: Assassin’s Creed Renaissance by Oliver Bowden”
October Update
Greetings on the fine October 31st! Whether you are preparing for spooky costumes and tricks and treats, or gathering together with friends, family, or your community to celebrate the end of the harvest, celebrating your ancestors, or welcoming the dark of winter ahead, I hope you are blessed this holiday season. It has been aContinue reading “October Update”
Book Review: Mesoamerican History and Mythology by History Brought Alive
Much of ancient history has been lost over time. I’m sure history buffs, archaeologists, anthropologists, et al. could spend hours or days debating and lamenting the reasons for this but that sadly doesn’t change reality. The rich history of the Mesoamerican people is one such part of history that deserves our attention. The splendor ofContinue reading “Book Review: Mesoamerican History and Mythology by History Brought Alive”
Book Review: Lords and Ladies by Sir Terry Pratchett
I recently read my first-ever Discworld novel, Lords and Ladies. Sir Terry Pratchett was obviously a brilliant man. Lords and Ladies is not the first book in the series, but given what the author himself said about these novels, it is not essential that they be read in order, although going forward, I think IContinue reading “Book Review: Lords and Ladies by Sir Terry Pratchett”
Developmental Editing Round 1
Autumn is just around the corner, and I couldn’t be happier. Summer was hectic, and I didn’t get as much writing done as I had hoped. Still, I submitted the manuscript for my first novel to my editor and received encouraging feedback from her, and she noted some areas that needed tweaking to make theContinue reading “Developmental Editing Round 1”
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