Click The Cover To Order! Readers crave tactile stories that we can dive into, trusting that we'll be well-rewarded for our efforts.  This is why we all return to familiar authors time and again.  Everyone has their favorites, and I'm no different.  I have a shortlist of both Indie and Trad authors I can count on to offer stories that transport me out of reality for a time.  They simply don't disappoint.  Such is the case with Andrew Allen Smith. I'm drawn to these writers be

This is a strange, and at times, mildly interesting story about the complications of friendships and how they mingle with business... what motivates people to make choices, and the payoff, or lack of it, that brings on regret and often apathy. I listened to this story in audio book format. The story, told partly as a narrative, with an almost memoir feel, interspersed with the technical aspects of a screenplay, mingled back and forth without, I felt, a cohesive plot-line.

As reading experiences go, this one was magnificent! Lost On A Page: The Inciting Incident by David E. Sharp   is by far one of the most innovative, surprising, intelligent, and playful books I've read in a very long time. Imagine a moment when characters in a novel (or several) discover their origins. They become sentient, fully aware of who they are, their story purpose, and exactly how they were created. All of which means, they know about their authors and the divisions

In this delightful story written for the pre-K to second grade reader, seven little raindrops answer the timeless question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" This story is quaint, cute, and has fantastic illustrations drawn by Peggy Shaul. The thing that sets it apart from other books that might pose this same question, is that each raindrop asked returns with an answer that isn't just about dreams for themselves, but also how they might contribute to the community

I discovered Mic McArt about two years ago, at an event in Midland, Michigan. My delay in reading has nothing to do with the caliber of his writing. When it comes to books, I tend to buy at a rate that far outmatches my pace at reading. I found Mick to be a wonderful person, filled with enthusiasm and passion for his work. After hearing a bit about his books (this is the first in a series) I felt compelled to purchase it. I'm happy I did! Journal of an Outlaw pokes fun at

*I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Click Cover To Order This is the second children's book I've read from author, Kendal Grey, and it's as much fun as the first! In this story we discover how important it is to stay true to yourself and the things you love. Yeti and the princess also show us how we grow into a better version of ourselves when we give others the opportunity to discover how much fun we can be, rather than just assum

Click the Cover To Order If you enjoy steampunk fantasies, this book is a fantastic read. If you haven't discovered the genre yet, this would be a spectacular place to start. Set in an alternate Victorian world, time is the most important component of life. Time controls everything, which makes the clock towers vitally important. If one becomes damaged it can stop time and trap the town, making it impossible for anyone to leave... or age. In this world, a clock mechanic i

I really enjoyed this book! Not just for children, but also a great reminder for adults, that even though we may meltdown at times, and project ourselves as scary... that's really not who we are deep inside. The authenticity the author presented in this wonderful book for little people was spot on. There are so many ways to meltdown, and I think she captured them all... and presented them in a way that are clearly identifiable for little ones. We all know that things are h

Click Cover To Order I picked up this book because I'd heard a lot of buzz around the series, and I was curious. I've always been a big fan of Edgar Allan Poe, and I was intrigued by the idea of a series of YA novels that incorporated his written legacy into a story infused with magic. Sadly, I didn't find the depth of story I hoped for. Yes, this is the first book in a series of seven, written for a young adult audience... but because it was so remarkably short, it felt mo

*I was provided a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Click Cover To Order This story is a delightful tale that reminds us all about the importance of accepting those we meet as they are, weirdness and all. My imagination was tickled when I began reading about a grumpy Yeti who didn't have any friends, and then found commonality with a brave and similarly weird princess. Together, they enjoy the simple joys of their favorite music played on vin

I love thrillers, and when mixed with a story of a haunted house, it's even more fun. The bit of magic realism that converts a lifeless...

Frequently, I reach for young adult novels to stay connected to my younger self, and to discover the stories adults either can't imagine...

September 2025 Click The Cover To Order! I'm constantly on the lookout for new books to send to the little people in my life. While...

While I was walking around the Detroit Book Festival at Eastern Market last weekend, I encountered a wonderful man who writes children's...

November 2020 I'm madly in love with bookshops; big, small, big box, and Indie.  I'm the person that, when you take me shopping at those...

Click The Cover To Order! I met Ted at a recent book festival and he asked me to read his book.  "It's a mid-grade," he said, "about two...

Click The Cover To Order! Yet another wonderful installment of the Martin Preuss mystery series.  This may be the shortest of the books,...

Click The Cover To Order! I'm so pleased that Beth Dumity, proprietor of  R&B Used Books  in Grand Blanc, Michigan, introduced me to...

Click The Cover To Order! Describe this book in just two words.  Hmmm.... Unexpectedly Creepy!  Yup, that about covers it. This is a...

This is a delightfully entertaining book for children of all ages!  It's a fantastic story about a little groundhog who learns a valuable...