Youkai Bloodlines: BLOODLACED by Courtney Maguire is an anime-flavored vampiric delight
I was intrigued by the premise when I was approached to do a read and review for this book, and I am so happy I did. The story was a fresh enough take on bloodsuckers to keep my interest, and I became completely invested in Asagi’s journey. Asagi identifies neither as male nor female butContinue reading “Youkai Bloodlines: BLOODLACED by Courtney Maguire is an anime-flavored vampiric delight”
THE KING’S COURSE by Jessica Dawn: Fresh and exciting fantasy
Jessica Dawn’s first book, THE PALADIN’S PATH, was the highlight of my indie fantasy reads last year. I absolutely loved the book, an unusual blend of cultures and mythos, and I jumped at the chance to read the sequel. I was not disappointed. THE KING’S COURSE picks up where the first book left off. Peleb,Continue reading “THE KING’S COURSE by Jessica Dawn: Fresh and exciting fantasy”
THE WORTH OF HAIR – a fairytale retelling by A.A. Freeman
I jumped at the chance to read this little short story on word of mouth and snapped up an ARC in return for an unbiased review. I was so delighted with this tale! Based loosely on The Little Mermaid, it is told from the point of view of a middle-aged woman who goes only byContinue reading “THE WORTH OF HAIR – a fairytale retelling by A.A. Freeman”
INNOVATION: a second-place win!
I am so very chuffed to be able to finally announce that my 300 word flash fiction piece, “Dragonslayer”, placed second in the 2020 annual flash fic contest from Queer Sci Fi. The fact that it is included in an anthology with some of my personal idols has me vibrating on a molecular level. IN-NO-VA-TIONContinue reading “INNOVATION: a second-place win!”
Damian Serbu’s THE BACHMANN FAMILY SECRET
Damian Serbu has written yet another creepy tale. This is a delicious little book with a YA feel to it. It’s a paranormal/coming of age thriller, and I read it over two nights (delayed only because of unimportant adulting stuff like work where I’m not allowed to read). It would be an excellent addition forContinue reading “Damian Serbu’s THE BACHMANN FAMILY SECRET”
Comfort Reading When the World is Dark
With everything happening in the world right now, I have found myself falling back on old favorite books. These are stories I read over and over in high school and in my twenties. Reading them again makes me feel safe and comfortable, like spending time with long-time friends who know me well. Most recently, it’sContinue reading “Comfort Reading When the World is Dark”
