Let me start by saying the title of this book isn’t fair @claremackintosh #myreview #amreading Click To Tweet It doesn’t describe the story and instead misleads the reader. Otherwise the book was a fun read. I enjoyed the characters. Many reviewers didn’t like the main character because she was so unreliable. But, unreliable characters are becoming […]
Tips for Writing Animals into Your Stories
I love to read books when the characters are pet owners #amwriting #animals Click To Tweet Whether the pet is a dog or cat, I enjoy reading about the interaction of the character with the pet. Pet owners have unique responsibilities that writers should not take lightly. My protagonist in the Jenna Scali mystery series […]
What in the World are People Thinking?
Do you ever look around and wonder what people are thinking? #amwriting Click To Tweet As you walk down the hall at work or through the aisles in the grocery store, do you imagine thoughts in other people’s heads? Are they thinking about how much their feet hurt or wondering what their spouse will get […]
What is the Bane of Your Writing Existence?
Okay so all writers say they love writing. None will tell you the things that cause them headaches #amwriting Click To Tweet The things that make them want to pull their hair out and wish for another career. Instead, they’ll say what fun it is to create worlds and people and stories. And, yes, that’s […]
Calling all Readers!! How Do You Find Your Next Book to Read?
How do you select your books to read? #amreading Click To Tweet As a writer I’m curious. As a reader I wonder if you can give me some ideas. I have found some ways to select books, but I’m sure you can share others. Please visit here and let me know. Here are some ways […]
Do You Read in Your Comfort Zone?
What kind of reader are you? #amreading Click To Tweet Do you read mostly for pleasure, escape, learning or a combination of all three? At one of my recent book clubs a colleague said, she makes herself read one book out of her comfort zone during the summer. What does she mean out of her […]
My Review– Longbourn by Jo Baker 4 Stars
If you loved Pride and Prejudice, you will devour this book #review #amreading Click To Tweet It takes you back through the story of the Bennett sisters from behind the scenes. Instead of fretting over whether or not Mr. Darcy and Lizzy will become engaged, you’ll fret over the trials and tribulations of the maid […]
How Do You Treat Yourself?
My treat to myself is sitting down with my book. #amreading Click To Tweet The utmost luxury is to have a few hours alone with my book, my cat, and maybe a cup of tea or coffee. Once I’ve accomplished all my work goals, all my home goals ,and all my other self-imposed goals, I […]
What Hooks You?
I’ve often wondered what might hook my readers #amreading Click To Tweet Is it the characters? The plot? Unanswered questions? What kinds of things hook you and keep you reading? For me the characters are what keep me turning the pages. Some of the books I read have little plot, not much action, but I […]
My Favorite Reading Quote
This is one of my favorite reading quotes. I’m sure there are a zillion more. Why not share yours?
