Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 268 An Unforgotten Heart Written by Sandy Schachter Growing up, my mother told me stories of her childhood. As a young girl, I understood the narrative, but as I grew older, I realized that what I knew of my mother's past was incomplete, with only bits and pieces that made her life feel like it was a recipe, and I couldn't reconcile the final product. Even as a young adult, I did not understand or appreciate the true essence of my mother's

Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 267 Pieces of Her Written by Barbara V. Evers Being a woman is not for the faint of heart! Not your typical stories about women, relationships, or love! Pieces of Her offers a gripping series of short stories that you won't forget, all about the lives of various women. Each story will stay with you because being a woman is indeed not for the faint of heart. These are NOT romances, but glimpses into the lives of women at different points a

Click the Cover to Order A young adult dystopian novel, written in the tradition of The Hunger Games and Divergent , this book gives us the opportunity to see how different class warfare is understood through the eyes of teenagers, with plenty of action to keep the pages turning. This story follows a female protagonist from a wealthy, military family, who is smart and savvy, but still immature in some ways, living on the "winning side" of the rules of society. The young ma

Crime novels are curious creatures to me. Some are procedural in nature, making them easier to read; others can be more horror than crime, making them more unsettling. This one is a good mixture of both, with a bit of psychological thriller thrown in for good measure. This is a strange story of a man who, after a brutal car accident, is one of the first recipients of a full body transplant. Yup, you read that right... his brain, emotions, and personality, become attached t

*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 As horror books go, this one was pretty creepy. A dark forest, shadowy photographs recovered from the camera of a lost college student, and her tribe of friends who go on a mission to find her... and encounter more than they could have ever expected. While it wasn't Saw gruesome, there were some graphic moments that made my stomach churl. The acumen this author holds when describing decomposition is remarkably vivid, involving my nose in the story in a

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

Have you ever considered writing under a pseudonym, and why or why not? No I haven’t. I have considered using my maiden name but decided it wasn’t worth the hassle when it came to paperwork. What is your “go-to” method for working through or around writer’s block? I leave the desk – go for a walk or do a chore. I find doing something else helps my brain figure things out or at the very least, refreshes me and I can start new. From your perspective, what are the most important

Have you ever considered writing under a pseudonym, and why or why not? No, part of a legacy I want to leave behind after I die is my name attached to a book that I am very proud of. The internet is forever so when future generations in my family use google to research me, they will find my name and my book, An Unforgotten Heart . What is your “go-to” method for working through or around writer’s block? I often clear my head by picking up by needlepoint. As slow as the proc

Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 266 I 9 Written by Jean Davis LISTENOR ADVISORIES: Mature Language, Mature Situtations One fed up woman with no filter holds the key to changing the future of the empire. Burning season on the exile world of Anduvea means the space station at the edge of the empire is full of rich, drunk tourists and their idiotic antics. When Senior Security Officer Rita Stabinov spots a thief wanted dead or alive by Empaetor Iradio VIII himself, she envis

Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 265 The Sweetest Getaway Written by Sasha Preston They’ll need the sweetest getaway ever to escape this mess… Jennifer used to be a wholesome daydreamer who’d never broken a law in her life. Then her bold roommate, Nari, ropes her into a money-making scheme that isn’t exactly…legal. To Jennifer’s shock, stealing from bad guys is actually fun. But their joyride comes crashing down when someone tips off the cops. Now Jennifer and Nari must te

Indie Reads Aloud Radio Episode # 264 When All Else Fears A Novella Written by Nevah Ann LISTENER ADVISORY: Violence, Blood, Death As a demon who feasts on fear, Prince Kyler has never had a reason to be afraid. Not until his little sister, the only person he still loves, is abducted from the palace. When the King chooses to leave her to her fate, Kyler must do the unthinkable – defy his father and leave the safety of his kingdom behind. With no one to turn to and monsters