5/12/2023 0 Comments Moon-Flash by Patricia A. McKillip![]() ![]() It turns out I have not read one of her MG or perhaps YA novels, which, hmm, didn’t realize that, but used copies are pricey, so I guess I will continue to not read that. In the meantime, though of course I have posed about McKillip before, I don’t think I have ever taken a stab at ranking all her novels, so hey, I’m sure it will be an interesting exercise. (This joins a desire to read Magic Triumphs by Ilona Andrews and Latchkey by Nicole Kornher-Stace, but all reading will remain on hold for the next, I don’t know, two weeks or so, probably.) I can’t read it right now, because as I said, I am obsessed with writing at the moment, but I would like to re-read it, maybe soon-ish. ![]() Still, there I was, thinking about The Forgotten Beasts of Eld. So, yesterday I was thinking about The Forgotten Beasts of Eld, which I am not re-reading right now because at the moment I am not reading anything by anybody, having instead become obsessed with the book I am working on. ![]()
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![]() Kidder breaks new ground in telling this unforgettable story as he travels with Deo back over a turbulent life in search of meaning and forgiveness. Then Deo begins to meet the strangers who will change his life, pointing him eventually in the direction of Columbia University, medical school, and a life devoted to healing. ![]() He ekes out a precarious existence delivering groceries, living in Central Park, and learning English by reading dictionaries in bookstores. Having survived a civil war and genocide, plagued by horrific dreams, he lands at JFK airport with two hundred dollars, no English, and no contacts. ![]() Deo arrives in America from Burundi in search of a new life. ![]() Strength in What Remains is a wonderfully written, inspiring account of one man's remarkable American journey and of the ordinary people who helped him-a brilliant testament to the power of will and of second chances. In this new book, Kidder gives us the superb story of a hero for our time. Tracy Kidder, winner of the Pulitzer Prize and author of the bestsellers The Soul of a New Machine, House, and the enduring classic Mountains Beyond Mountains, has been described by the Baltimore Sun as the master of the non-fiction narrative. ![]() 5/12/2023 0 Comments Wild Berries & Fruits Field Guide of Minnesota, Wisconsin and... by Teresa Marrone![]() Thanks to compounds known as polyphenols, berries boast rich red, purple, and blue colors. ![]() Similarly, the compounds in berries seem to protect your cells from the negative effects of high blood sugar and help improve your insulin response.Īnti-inflammatory properties. Elements like anthocyanins, ellagic acid, and resveratrol not only protect your cells from damage, they can lower your risk of diseases like cancer. Berries have a compound that neutralizes cell-damaging free radicals in your body. How Berries Benefit Your HealthĪlthough every kind of berry is different, they have some powerful health benefits in common:Īntioxidants. Other benefits of picking wild berries yourself are exercise, fresh air, and time in nature. These little gems are also sweet but don't have an overwhelming number of calories.īerries that you can pick up at the grocery store deliver plenty of benefits, but species of wild berries are also full of nutritional power. Many berries are rich in cancer-preventing antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber, all of which are important parts of a healthy diet. Not only are they flavorful, fun, and delicious, they're nutritional powerhouses. It often seems like the things that taste the best aren’t the best for our overall health. ![]() 5/12/2023 0 Comments Happily ever after cass![]() ![]() ![]() This must-have companion to the Selection series includes four novellas-two of which are only available in print in this collection-as well as exclusive bonus content. See the Selection through the eyes of a guard who watched his first love drift away and a girl who fell for a boy who wasn't the prince. Meet Prince Maxon before he fell in love with America, and a girl named Amberly before she became queen. Go behind the scenes of Kiera Cass's #1 bestselling Selection series with this gorgeous collection of novellas and exclusive extras new scenes from The Selection, The Elite, and The One introductions to each novella from Kiera Cass". Selection series-two of which appear here in print for the first time-as well as exclusive, never-before-seen bonus content. Features four novellas from the captivating world of Kiera Cass's. About the Book "Meet Prince Maxon before he fell in love with America, and a girl named Amberly before she became queen. ![]() 5/12/2023 0 Comments Red queen steel scars![]() ![]() She catches the eye of Prince Tiberius, Cal’s and Maven’s father. She’s the only daughter of a once great house that is down on their luck. It follows Queen Corianne before she became queen. Of the two stories I liked Queen Song the best. They will still be able to the novels without missing anything. If readers don’t read them, it’s no big deal. They also usually focus on supporting or minor characters instead of the protagonists in attempt to flesh out the world a little bit but usually they are of little importance. Sometimes they are just filler but other times they serve the purpose of filling in wholes that didn’t have time to get to in the narratives. ![]() I’ve written in the past about how it’s trendy for YA authors to write novellas or short stories that take place in between books or prequels. That’s what kind of great but these little novella’s. Since Red Queen is told from Mare’s point of view, things like how the silver hierarchy is set up and how the Scarlet Guard works isn’t give much detail because Mare doesn’t know these things in much detail. Giving more insight into world the books take place. ![]() The other is Steel Scars that follows Farley as she leads the Scarlet Guard into Norta. The first novella is Queen Song where we get the backstory of Cal’s mother and what really happened to her. Cruel Crown is the collection of two prequel novellas to Red Queen. ![]() 5/12/2023 0 Comments Rat Fair by Leah Rose Kessler![]() ![]() Once I’d turned the words on an Art Fair sign into “Rat Fair” in my head and began imagining what a rat fair might actually be like, I couldn’t stop thinking about it until I wrote it down, and here we are! It was inspired by my habit of playing with words combined with the fact that I grew up in (and now live near) a town that holds a giant art fair every summer. Hello, and thank you for having me on the blog! I’m so excited to share Rat Fair with you. Can you tell us about your new book, Rat Fair? ![]() She talks about how she sold a wordless picture book! Rat Fair debuts next Tuesday, June How to Write a Wordless Picture Book An Interview with Leah Kessler Welcome, Leah. (You can read about our debut group here: ). Today’s tip is from my fellow debut group member Leah Rose Kessler. My solution? I’ve found it helpful to simply PAUSE and say to myself, “Is this what you want to do?” That simple action helps me to get back on track and finish my work. Instead, I want to shift my focus to something new, usually social media. ![]() When I get interrupted, I tend to have difficulty refocusing. ![]() My home office feels like the traffic hub in a busy city. My kids are home from college, working part time jobs. ![]() ![]() ![]() The original purpose that Truman had to educate them in advance of possibly becoming president has morphed somewhat. They focus on global hotspots to inform the candidates about the major issues that are out there. On the intelligence briefings received by presidential candidates: "These briefings for candidates are classified, but they are overviews.Priess and Morell also discuss the process for briefing presidential candidates and concerns about the politicization of intelligence. Priess, whose book "The President's Book of Secrets" delves into the history and recipients of the top-secret document, explains how it evolved, what goes into producing it, and how presidents have consumed it. ![]() ![]() ![]() In this episode of Intelligence Matters, host Michael Morell interviews David Priess, former daily intelligence briefer, CIA officer and now chief operating officer of the Lawfare Institute, about the history, content and aim of the President's Daily Brief (PDB), one of the intelligence community's most valuable and highly classified products. ![]() 5/10/2023 0 Comments Mind magic poppy dennison![]() ![]() It's no wonder then that when I read the blurb for Mind Magic by Poppy Dennison, I was intrigued. I've been an addict most of my life and shifter stories are often my favorite. My favorite genre has, and always will be, paranormal. Simon and Gray must join forces to protect the pack, even as they struggle to resist the temptation that threatens to destroy them both. Unfortunately for the alpha, he needs Simon’s help to track down the demon behind the kidnappings-before it strikes again. ![]() Since Simon is now a friend of the pack, Gray doesn’t have much choice about it-or the forbidden attraction that goes along with it. The last thing Gray needs is a mage in his life, but Simon did save his son. ![]() ![]() Of course, all actions have consequences, and Simon’s bold move earns him the displeasure of his peers and the attention of the cubs’ alpha, a man named Gray Townsend. But for once in his life, Simon breaks the rules and rescues the cubs, saving them from a demon intent on draining them of their magic. After all, they’re werewolf cubs, and he’s an apprentice mage. According to the rules, Simon Osborne should ignore the children’s cries for help. ![]() ![]() She can neither stop talking for five minutes straight nor keep a secret. Margaretha doesn’t trust herself to do this job. Everyone thinks Margaretha is a bit of a ditz, so no one will ever suspect her. ![]() Understandably, Colin fears that Claybrook has nefarious intentions regarding Margaretha and her people. The man murdered a woman back in England and is now responsible for at least one death on German soil. When his fever breaks, he realizes that only Margaretha can speak his language-this is a MAJOR historical inaccuracy which I will be tearing my hair out about shortly.Ĭolin reveals to his sole interlocutor that he’s on Claybrook’s trail. The castle healer tends the lad, and Margaretha becomes fascinated by him. Margaretha has very little else going on in her life.Įnter Colin, a British youth who wanders into Hagenheim from the forest, feverish and left for dead. ![]() She enjoys riding horses, she talks way too much, and now she’s entertaining a suitor from across the sea channel, a handsome but stuffy and arrogant Englishman named Lord Claybrook. She’s overshadowed by her adventurous older brothers, Valten and Gabe. ![]() ![]() Margaretha is the eldest daughter of Wilhelm and Rose Gerstenberg, Duke and Duchess of Hagenheim. ![]() 5/10/2023 0 Comments Hate to want you book![]() ![]() Lives were ruined and lost, but no matter how much the next generation tries, they just can’t stay away from each other. ![]() How do two families who once shared a business, friendship, and absolute trust become so utterly broken? TERRIBLE choices, that’s how. ![]() What to Expect: Lots of pining for what you can’t have, major family drama, angst, secrets and lies, tasty business From modern day to historical, we’ll get down and dirty with one series each week, and we hope you’ll join us for the ride. Friends, lovers, dukes and duchesses, welcome back to FYA’s Grown-Up Guide to Romance Novels, a four-week series during the horniest month, in which we’re exploring bodies…of work of some of our favorite romance authors. ![]() |