Articles, Book

Hot off the Press #5 May

News from Karen’s Writing Desk Each month's end, I send out my hot off-the-press news as if it were a newsletter. They are never complete without a few selected books from authors I’ve read and enjoyed. May has been incredibly busy with edits for Time Lines. My editor Julie, not only does the edit, but… Continue reading Hot off the Press #5 May

Book, series

A New Story by Claire Plaisted – New Identity

Description BOOM! The ground shuddered at her feet as the flames consumed her home. A new life, a new identity, whether she liked it or not, Sharna Cauldwell leaves the only family she’s ever known, unsure of where she will end up. But she’s learned a valuable lesson; fairy tales were reserved for books and movies, not… Continue reading A New Story by Claire Plaisted – New Identity

Book, Post Apocolyptic, Young Adult/Teen

Book Review of Redemption by Christopher Artinian

Where did I find it: it’s the fifth book in the series and I’ve read each one. What I liked: the trials and tribulations of building a community from scratch. I also enjoyed being among familiar characters again. The author likes having many people in his stories. They all play vital parts in bringing the… Continue reading Book Review of Redemption by Christopher Artinian

Book, Crime, Thriller

Book Review of Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith

Where did I find it: This is the third book of the series. What I liked: the relationship between Robin and Cormaran. Having seen the TV programme, their relationship didn’t show well in the first two books. It was perfect in this one. I also loved the way every character had a story. Career of… Continue reading Book Review of Career of Evil by Robert Galbraith

Book, Post Apocolyptic

Book Review of Days End by Chantelle Atkins and Sim Alec Sansford

Where did I find it: I won the first book from the author, and after reading it, went straight onto the second. I’ve been eagerly awaiting the publication of this third instalment. What I liked: the well loved characters. It was like putting on a familiar and comfortable jumper. I really enjoyed being around them… Continue reading Book Review of Days End by Chantelle Atkins and Sim Alec Sansford

Stories

100 Word Story #25 Carla by Tony McManus

The #100wordstory is just that, exactly one hundred words long. If you have a story that fits this criteria. Email me, I would love to feature you.  Mark Allen got a posting to the US Embassy in Hanoi. He married Carla and took her with him to honeymoon in Vietnam. It was there that Helen was… Continue reading 100 Word Story #25 Carla by Tony McManus

Book, Crime, Paranormal

About a Book – When God’s Wind Blows by Stewart Bint

Introducing Stewart Bint WebsiteGoodreadsAmazon Where did the idea for the story come from? At the planning stage, it became apparent that I could turn my original idea into a sequel to my 2015 novel, In Shadows Waiting, and that's what happened. But it didn't start out that way. When I was first musing over the… Continue reading About a Book – When God’s Wind Blows by Stewart Bint

Book, Crime, Paranormal

New Release by Stewart Bint – When God”s Winds Blow

Book Description If you thought the horror was over at the end of In Shadows Waiting, think again. This sequel set almost 40 years after the tragic events at White Pastures, is a paranormal crime thriller with a COVID backdrop, showing how grief and love affect one man's sanity. After a young couple are ruthlessly… Continue reading New Release by Stewart Bint – When God”s Winds Blow

Book, Novella

Happy Anniversary Michelle!

Published this day in 2021. A haunting camping trip from the Twilight Zone. All he wants is to fish along the mighty Missouri River. Instead of relaxation, he discovers an unknown species lurking in the dark waters.  As fear turns to familiarity, he strives to learn their ways... until disaster strikes. Now, it’s up to… Continue reading Happy Anniversary Michelle!