In my excitement preparing for the release of Paranoia I decided to take Paranoia (my advanced reader copy) on tour with me. So what happened was originally I planned to record video of me dancing in various places with Paranoia...but well LIFE HAPPENED and so I only ever recorded myself a few times. Paranoia was... Continue Reading →
The Music from Exile by Kevin Emerson: A Review
So you may be wondering about the music that goes along with Kevin's NEW book "Exile" which I reviewed a few days ago. I am here to give you my thoughts from back when I FIRST heard these amazing songs. Since I was sworn to secrecy when I was granted acces to listen to the songs... Continue Reading →
Corey Ann Haydu: Life By Committee Q&A
Recently I was lucky enough to read an advance copy of Life By Committee by Corey Ann Haydu. I met Corey when she came to Portland for Wordstock Festival this past October. She was delightful and I was excited to hear her talk a bit about herself and her book OCD Love Story. I KNEW... Continue Reading →
Mel’s Review: The Rift by Chris Howard
After reading the mind bending 'Rootless' (Rootless #1) and being left wondering where Banyan would end up next I have been waiting to read more of his story. I was thrilled to find out that 'The Rift' had a release day of Arbor Day which ties in beautifully with the story. I suppose I should... Continue Reading →
Mel’s Review: Exile by Kevin Emerson
After reading this author's first two 'The Atlanteans' series books, my anticipation and excitement was high for this upcoming contemporary, Exile by Kevin Emerson. Catherine Summer Carlson knows how to manage bands like a professional—she’s a student at the PopArts Academy at Mount Hope High, where rock legends Allegiance to North got their start. Summer... Continue Reading →
The Blessed Giveaway Winners!
The Giveaway for The Blessed sets have been picked and we are happy to announce our TWO lucky winners! They are: Alicia Ezell and Breana Montgomery! Thanks for entering and happy reading! 🙂
Book Review: Pivot Point by Kasie West
By the time you finish reading this review you will be online purchasing both 'Pivot Point' and Kasie's next book in this duo 'Split Second' which hit bookstores Feb 12th, 2014! Knowing the outcome doesn’t always make a choice easier . . . Addison Coleman’s life is one big “What if?” As a Searcher, whenever... Continue Reading →
Book Review: Passionaries by Tonya Hurley
One would hope that if you are visiting our review for 'Passionaries' (The Blessed #2) by Tonya Hurley you have read 'Precious Blood' (The Blessed #1) but even if you haven't we have for you a spoiler free review. Agnes, Cecelia, and Lucy watched as Sebastian sacrificed himself for what he believed in. Will the... Continue Reading →
Tonya Hurley: Passionaries Q&A
To prepare myself for Tonya Hurley's new book 'Passionaries' which is book 2 in The Blessed series I re-read 'Precious Blood' on a trip I took recently. I admit I had 'Passionaries' with me as lovely folks at Simon & Schuster sent me a copy so I read both books in one weekend. Since I... Continue Reading →
‘The Blessed’ via Pinterest photos & artwork
As I read 'The Blessed' and 'Passionaries' much of my daydreaming was spent attempting to picture the amazing clothing, headpieces and surroundings I was immersed in...along with Agnes, Cecilia and Lucy. I wondered if Tonya had drawn up visions of the headpieces I read so much about. Wanted to tour the church mentioned so frequently... Continue Reading →
