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Gail is a life long resident of Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She worked for the Philly Water Department for twenty-six years, as a surveyor and CAD Manager. Recently retired she is now working on her first novel. Gail reviews for “Romantic Times BOOKreviews” magazine and her short stories have appeared in the “Cup of Comfort” anthologies.
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- Avoiding Legal Pitfalls That Can Come Back to Bite You at Work, at Home, and at Play
[Book-Reviews:Law-Legal] So Sue Me, JACKASS! by Amy Epstein Feldman and Robin Epstein is a book that will answer all the legal questions you've been afraid to ask - no matter how outlandish they may be - and it does it in a practical, easy to understand and humorous way.
- Glenn Beck's Common Sense - The Case Against an Out-of-Control Government, Inspired by Thomas Paine
[Book-Reviews:Current-Affairs] I recently read Glenn Beck's Common Sense: The Case Against an Out-of-Control Government, Inspired by Thomas Paine and I found the book to be a thought provoking read. Conservative political commentator Glenn Beck hosts a talk radio show and a television show. He's an author and an entrepreneur who has become well-known for his polarizing and controversial views but his book is filled with his own brand of common sense.
- Track of the Cat - An Anna Pigeon Mystery by Nevada Barr
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Track of the Cat, written in 1993, was the debut novel in the Anna Pigeon series. Those who like strong women protagonists, wonderful descriptions of setting and a good mystery will enjoy the law enforcement ranger's first adventure.
- Kabul24 by Henry O Arnold and Ben Pearson
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] Kabul 24 by Henry O. Arnold and Ben Pearson documents the kidnapping of twenty-four people who worked for Shelter Now International (SNI). The eight Western missionaries and sixteen Afghan coworkers were in Kabul helping Afghan refugees rebuild their lives following decades of war.
- The Postmistress by Sarah Blake
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The Postmistress by Sarah Blake provides a fresh new look at love and loss, life and death in the early days of World War II. It's a powerful treatise on the side effects and emotional turmoil of war that touches everyone.
- Burn Me Deadly by Alex Bledsoe
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Heroic fantasy has a new hero and his name is Eddie LaCrosse. Burn Me Deadly by Alex Bledsoe is the second in the series but it works as a standalone.
- Plague Year by Jeff Carlson
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Nanotechnology gone awry is the terrifying and all too believable premise of Plague Year, a post-apocalyptic novel by Jeff Carlson. This high-energy thriller is book one of a trilogy that recounts the tale of a chilling doomsday scenario.
- Find Your Strongest Life - What the Happiest and Most Successful Women Do Differently by Marcus Buck
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Marcus Buckingham's latest book provides a message for women. In What the Happiest and Most Successful Women Do Differently Buckingham says it's possible to strengthen the positive emotions in work and personal lives so that you really can have it all.
- Microbe by Bill Clem
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] In Microbe, Bill Clem combines science, history and an adrenaline-pumping plot to create a frightening science fiction thriller that is all too plausible. Government cover-ups, assassination, greed and alien virus make this one suspenseful adventure.
- Godmother - The Secret Cinderella Story
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Godmother: The Secret Cinderella Story by Carolyn Turgeon is not your typical happily ever after fairy tale. This is not Cinderella's story. This is a dark retelling with themes of aging and redemption from past mistakes.
- Fragment by Warren Fahy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Fragment is a remarkable scientific thriller and an action packed adventure story that asks the question: What path would evolution take if a small island were isolated from other landmasses for millions of years? Warren Fahy makes the fantastic so believable you'll think you're reading non-fiction.
- On the Bluffs by Steven Schindler
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Have you ever wondered what happened to a past love, maybe you have even gone so far as to search for them on the internet? We have all wondered what might have been, and how different our lives might be if our paths had not gone in different directions. On The Bluffs by Steven Schindler is the story of a man who finds a lost love and risks everything to keep it. The novel explores this question in an entertaining story of relationships, romance and mystery, with a dash of humor thrown in for good measure.
- The Pretender's Crown - Book 2 of the Inheritors' Cycle by CE Murphy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Pretender's Crown, Book 2 of The Inheritors' Cycle is about a woman trained from childhood for a life of espionage. C.E. Murphy's Elizabethan era fantasy novel is an alternate history that will appeal to fans of Jacqueline Carey's Kushiel series.
- A Man of His Word by Kathleen Fuller
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] Kathleen Fuller's A Man of His Word is a light read about love, relationships and betrayal in an Amish community. The author skillfully depicts life in the village of Middlefield, Ohio, the fourth largest Amish settlement.
- Frozen Tears - Mary Ann MacAfee
[Book-Reviews:Inspirational-Fiction] In Frozen Tears, a tale of love and adventure in contemporary Alaska, Mary Ann MacAfee parallels real life issues and spiritual elements to create a story that is haunting, heartbreaking and hopeful. Kale Leland is a hydrologist in the remote wilds of Midland, Alaska.
- The Telefax Trilogy - Book 1 - The Telefax Box by Toni Seger
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] From Isaac Asimov's "I Robot" to the Cylons in "Battlestar Galactica" we have been entertained by all manner of artificial intelligence. The Telefax Box by Toni Seger takes things a step further.
- Fearless - Imagine Your Life Without Fear by Max Lucado
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] Fear begins in infancy with separation anxiety. A few years later and we are afraid of the dark and the monster under the bed. When we become teenagers, our biggest fears are rejection, being different and doing poorly in school. As adults, we fear responsibility, unsatisfied ambitions and death. Unfettered these fears can paralyze us.
- The Little Insanity by Janus Kane
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Ever hear of the Six Degrees of Separation theory, sometimes referred to as the Human Web? It refers to the idea that we are all connected to each other by a chain of six intermediaries, we all have the potential to know each other through mutual acquaintances. The Little Insanity by Janus Kane proves that it is a small world after all with his tale of six people whose lives intersect in unpredictable ways.
- Under This Unbroken Sky by Shandi Mitchell
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Under This Unbroken Sky by Shandi Mitchell is a beautifully written book about family, betrayal and greed - but it took me an incredibly long time to finish it. The gut-wrenching suffering portrayed in this unforgettable story made it a tough read for me.
- The Red Wolf Conspiracy by Robert VS Redick
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Red Wolf Conspiracy by Robert V.S. Redick is a remarkable debut. It's a fantastic epic fantasy and a classic high seas adventure.
- The Accidental Sorcerer - Rogue Agent - Book One by K E Mills
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Accidental Sorcerer - Rogue Agent: Book One is the first of a whimsical new trilogy. Karen Miller, writing as K.E. Mills, begins this fantasy in a light amusing tone that seems suitable for young adults. But gradually the plot thickens, the atmosphere darkens and the hero finds himself in some serious trouble.
- Stargazer - Evernight Book 2 by Claudia Gray
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] Fans of Stephenie Meyer and P.C. Cast will enjoy Stargazer, the second book in Claudia Gray's young adult series. The gothic vampire romance has a likable cast and Gray deftly portrays teenage angst in the heroine as she tells the story in first person. It brings some cleverly plotted twists to a genre that seems flooded with teenage vampires.
- Evernight - Book 1 by Claudia Gray
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] Evernight - Book 1 by Claudia Gray is the first in a series that will please fans of teenage vampire romance. Although the premise seems similar to other books that use a school for the setting, Gray's characters each have their own unique tales. And Bianca, the heroine, tells them in first person narration.
- Through a Stranger's Eyes by Sasha Vivelo
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Through a Stranger's Eyes by Sasha Vivelo is a thought-provoking read with characters that are real and believable. The heroine's emotional growth provides an inspirational theme throughout but unexplored plot lines may prove frustrating to the reader.
- Black Blood by John Meaney
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Prepare to visit a nightmarish landscape in this highly entertaining sequel to "Bone Song." "Black Blood" by John Meaney is dark urban fantasy, a mix of horror, science fiction and crime story with a refreshingly unique plot.
- Nightsweats in Bigelow Hollow by MJ Claire
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] Nightsweats in Bigelow Hollow, written by M.J. Claire, is the first in an engaging new fantasy series for young adults. Realistic themes of family, love and animal cruelty run throughout this tale of personal growth and magical adventure.
- De Marco Empire by J Lou McCartney
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] De Marco Empire by J Lou McCartney is a gripping who-dunnit that immediately immerses the reader in another world. It is an intricately plotted tale full of deceit, crime, suspense and romance, a story readers can sink their teeth into.
- The Warded Man by Peter V Brett
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Peter V. Brett makes a strong debut with The Warded Man. The dark fantasy, which was titled The Painted Man in England, is the first book of The Demon Trilogy.
- A Drop of Red by Chris Marie Green
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "A Drop of Red" by Chris Marie Green is number four of the Vampire Babylon series. It's the beginning of a new trilogy and Green ratchets up the tension and suspense. The plots get more interesting and the characters grow more complex with each new book.
- The Adventures of Corwyn by Chad Corrie
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Adventures of Corwyn" by Chad Corrie revolve around a young Telborian bard, Corwyn Danther. The five stories in this fantasy anthology will enchant readers young and old.
- Enclave by Kit Reed
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Enclave," Kit Reed's gripping satire about children confined on a deserted island is sure to draw comparisons to "The Lord of the Flies." She explores the classic themes of order versus chaos, how the survival of a community depends on the morality of its individuals and the relationships between youngsters and adults.
- 'Tween a Devil and His Hard Place by Sam Cheever
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] 'Tween a Devil and His Hard Place by Sam Cheever is a sexy fantasy that follows 'Tween Heaven and Hell. It can stand on its own but you will appreciate the story more if you start with book one.
- Blonde Roots by Bernardine Evaristo
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "Blonde Roots" by Bernardine Evaristo is a provocative and powerful alternate history that asks the question - what if Europeans had been enslaved by Africans? She satirizes preconceived ideas of race and culture by turning history inside out and upside down.
- Mona Lisa Darkening - A Novel of the Monere by Sunny
[Book-Reviews:Romance] "Mona Lisa Darkening" number four in the Monere series doesn't do much to advance the plot but it's entertaining - a paranormal fix that has become a guilty addiction for me. Mona Lisa is evolving as an appealing heroine: bold, brave and sexy as sin. In this chapter, she finds herself in real danger. There's more than enough action as well as some erotic sex scenes that readers have come to expect.
- Write Tight by William Brohaugh
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] "Write Tight" - Say Exactly What You Mean with Precision and Power." William Brohaugh's book is an excellent choice for anyone who is interested in improving the quality of his or her writing. I bought it on the advice of a critique partner and it has become one of my most utilized references on writing.
- Succubus Takes Manhattan by Nina Harper
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Succubus Takes Manhattan" by Nina Harper picks up where "Succubus in the City" left off. Although I enjoyed this book more than the first, I suggest you read them both to get a better picture of the world Harper created.
- Dexter - Just Your Average Joe Serial Killer
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] I love Dexter. I haven't fallen so hard for a serial killer since Hannibal Lecter. It was only natural that I would pick up the book that gave life to the show - "Darkly Dreaming Dexter" by Jeff Lindsay.
- Make Your Writing Readable
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] The first rule of writing might be "show don't tell" but the second is surely "use active verbs." Almost every book I own on writing stresses the use of active voice over passive. Read on to find out the difference.
- The Saint and the Fasting Girl by Anna Richenda
[Book-Reviews:History] "The Saint and the Fasting Girl" by Anna Richenda took me by surprise. It's historical fiction, a genre I don't normally read, but the story and the strength of the writing hooked me immediately. I could not put it down.
- A Circle of Souls by Preetham Grandhi
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "A Circle of Souls" by Preetham Grandhi is a terrific debut - a gripping tale that gives voice to every parent's worst nightmare. The author delivers the goods with an intelligently plotted psychological thriller that contains elements of reincarnation and Eastern mysticism.
- The Devil's Queen - A Novel of Catherine De Medici by Jeanne Kalogridis
[Book-Reviews:History] "The Devil's Queen: A Novel of Catherine de Medici" is the first book I have read by Jeanne Kalogridis. The heroine is a real person with a fascinating story that kept me totally engrossed.
- Rick and Bubba's Guide to the Almost Nearly Perfect Marriage
[Book-Reviews:Comics-Humor] Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey are cohosts of a syndicated comedy radio program in Birmingham, Alabama and they are the authors of several books. They often talk about their Christian faith and beliefs on the show and in their books. This book is a humorous look at marriage and the ongoing battle of the sexes.
- The Gladiator - Crosstime Traffic Series by Harry Turtledove
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The world has gone Communist and capitalism is a dirty word in "The Gladiator" by Harry Turtledove, another well-researched addition to his stories of alternate worlds. This is the fifth book in the Crosstime Traffic series. It takes place on an Earth that has the technology to access alternate universes.
- Glamour Job - A Fairy Tale For Grown Ups by Doug Farrell
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Glamour Job: A Fairy-tale for Grown-ups" is a clever combination of the paranormal, urban fantasy and social commentary. It's a first-rate debut from the fertile imagination of Doug Farrell.
- Seekers of the Chalice by Brian Cullen
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This epic fantasy of good and evil is the first in a trilogy. It's Cullen's debut novel and his intricate world is rich with Celtic mythology and vivid description. But the magical adventure is based on a formulaic plot that's been done and done again - a perilous quest to recover an artifact that will bring peace to the world.
- Frostbite - Vampire Academy Book 2 by Richelle Mead
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] I'm reading the Vampire Academy series by Richelle Mead and I think I like the second book even better than the first. I loved "Vampire Academy" but she really outdid herself with "Frostbite." These young adult paranormal stories will definitely please the over thirty crowd as well as teens. The story picks up shortly after the first book. It has the same great characters and a few new ones.
- Betrayed - House of Night Book 2 by PC Cast and Kristin Cast
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] "Marked," the first book in the "House of Night" series reeled me in, hook, line and sinker. I loved it. I was anxious to read "Betrayed" and hoped it would be just as good. I wasn't disappointed. P. C. Cast and Kristin Cast created an awesome follow up that starts right where "Marked" leaves off.
- Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook by Donald Maass
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] My bookshelf is straining under the weight of umpteen books on writing. But I continually try to improve my craft so when I had the opportunity to join a group that planned to work through "Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook" I jumped at the chance.
- The I Believe Bunny by Tish Rabe
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] "The I Believe Bunny" written by Tish Rabe and illustrated by Frank Endersby is part of a new series for young children. Boys and girls will identify with an adorable bunny who teaches them how to put their faith into action. In this book Bunny teaches about the power of prayer.
- Mona Lisa Craving - A Novel of the Monere by Sunny
[Book-Reviews:Romance] "Mona Lisa Craving" by Sunny is the third chapter in the Monere series. This tale about an alien race is a pulse-pounding erotic adventure. The paranormal story is narrated in first person by the heroine in a strong yet emotional voice. The plot picks up shortly after "Mona Lisa Awakening" concludes.
- The Black Sea - A Novel by Richard Setlowe
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] I came across a used copy of "The Black Sea" by Richard Setlowe recently. This first rate thriller about espionage, fanaticism and piracy on the high seas was written in 1991 and proves that a great book will stand the test of time.
- Twilight - Why I Don't Feel the Love
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] For me "Twilight" didn't live up to the hype. I guess I'm in the minority on this one. It just didn't do it for me.
- Of Bees and Mist by Erick Setiawan - A Story of Magical Realism
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] I've just finished an advance reading copy of Erick Setiawan's debut novel "Of Bees and Mist," an allegorical fantasy spanning three generations of women in two families. It's a story that weaves the ordinary with the extraordinary.
- Total Eclipse by John Brunner
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Total Eclipse" by John Brunner is another golden oldie from my science fiction collection. I reread it recently and was surprised how well this planetary mystery withstood the test of time.
- It Happened in Italy - Untold Stories of How the People of Italy Defied the Horrors of the Holocaust
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] The destructive legacy of the Holocaust affected not only those who lived through the persecution, evacuations and internments but their future generations as well. This book presents a different perspective of the Holocaust, one that I was unfamiliar with.
- Rogue Justice by Geoffrey Household
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Having recently been enthralled by the classic cat and mouse thriller "Rogue Male" by Geoffrey Household, I was anxious to read the sequel. Although it was written in 1982, some forty years after the first, and the plot is dated "Rogue Justice" provides a worthy conclusion to the story.
- The Immortal Highlander by Karen Marie Moning
[Book-Reviews:Romance] If you have ever scoffed at the thought of reading a book about faeries, this one will change your mind. "The Immortal Highlander" by Karen Marie Moning is a love story full of intrigue, passion, magic and time travel.
- Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] I may not be a young adult but "Vampire Academy" is a book I could definitely sink my teeth into. It's the first in a series by Richelle Mead. The author puts a new and unique spin on the vampire legends of old.
- Winter's Daughter - The Coven - Book One by JC Wilder
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Winter's Daughter - The Coven: Book One" by J.C. Wilder is a strong impressive start to a series about a family of witches. Murder, mayhem and magic will send chills down your spine in this haunting tale of paranormal suspense.
- Marked - A House of Night Novel by PC Cast and Kristin Cast
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast, mother and daughter, have written a delightful vampyre story aimed at teens. But "Marked: A House of Night Novel" is a book that can be enjoyed by all ages.
- Sacred Vow by C G Walters
[Book-Reviews:Romance] Can two people living in two alternate worlds consummate their union and bond physically as well as spiritually? "Sacred Vow" by C. G. Walters is a romantic story of soul mates from parallel realities.
- My Life on Mars by Alicia Metcalf Miller
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "My Life on Mars" by Alicia Metcalf Miller is a compelling story of family relationships and second chances. The story does not take place on Mars, the title of the book refers to the street where the heroine grew up and where she returns to help her widowed mother.
- Psychopath by Keith Ablow
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Psychopath" by Keith Ablow is one of those books that kept me up all night. I could not turn out the lights until I turned the last page. This chilling psychological thriller is the third of the Frank Clevenger novels.
- Hungry As the Sea by Wilbur Smith
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] If you love stories of high sea adventure pick up a copy of "Hungry as the Sea" by Wilbur Smith. From the frigid waters of Antarctica, to South Africa, to a London courtroom to a terrifying Caribbean hurricane the riveting action will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- Havemercy by Jaida Jones & Danielle Bennett
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Havemercy" by Jaida Jones & Danielle Bennett is an impressive and original debut from two new authors. It's an epic fantasy that mixes magic and mayhem with steampunk and sharp wit.
- Host - A Rogue Mage Novel by Faith Hunter
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Host: A Rogue Mage Novel" by Faith Hunter is the third installment of her post-apocalyptic thriller. Fans who have eagerly awaited the conclusion to this epic fantasy will not be disappointed.
- Seraphs - A Rogue Mage Novel by Faith Hunter
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Seraphs: A Rogue Mage Novel" by Faith Hunter is a thrilling post-apocalyptic dark fantasy. It encompasses elements of mystery, politics, adventure and religious fanaticism, with "mage-heat" providing sexual overtones. Readers are thrust into the action on page one, so you will fare better by starting with the first book, "Bloodring."
- Key to Redemption by Talia Gryphon
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Gillian Key, soldier and psychologist, returns in book three with another wicked blend of supernatural antics, romance and sex. "Key to Redemption" by Talia Gryphon brings back a rich cast of paranormal characters including some new ones that add a fresh perspective to the series.
- Garden of Darkness by Anne Frasier
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Garden of Darkness" by Anne Frasier is a chilling atmospheric follow-up to "Pale Immortal." According to the legend of the Pale Immortal a vampire built the town of Old Tuonela. Is it a hoax or are dark forces really at work?
- Bloodring - A Rogue Mage Novel by Faith Hunter
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Bloodring: A Rogue Mage Novel" by Faith Hunter is a strong beginning to a dark post-apocalyptic fantasy. The carefully crafted plot and haunting images of a cold desolate Earth immerses readers in a believable, albeit fantastic world.
- The Scourge of God - A Novel of the Change by SM Stirling
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Here's a series for those who love fantasy with their post-apocalyptic science fiction. "The Scourge of God: A Novel of the Change" by S.M. Stirling is the fifth book in the Change Saga.
- Key to Conspiracy by Talia Gryphon
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Gutsy heroine Gillian Key is back in "Key to Conspiracy" by Talia Gryphon. It's the second in the series, a unique supernatural adventure about a Marine Corp Special Forces Captain who is also a psychologist to the paranormal community.
- Borne in Blood by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Borne in Blood" by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro is book twenty of the "Count Saint-Germain" series. The author draws readers into another extraordinary adventure in the life of the 4000 year old vampire.
- Key to Conflict by Talia Gryphon
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Key to Conflict" by Talia Gryphon is urban fantasy with a gutsy heroine reminiscent of Laurell K. Hamilton's Anita Blake. Gillian Key is a complex mixture of hard-core marine and psychologist to the paranormal community.
- The Dreaming Void by Peter F Hamilton
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Dreaming Void" by Peter F. Hamilton is the first of a trilogy. This gripping planetary epic is set in the same universe as his "Commonwealth Series." The plot is complex and you may want to read his previous books first to get some background.
- Blood Lure - An Anna Pigeon Novel by Nevada Barr
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Blood Lure" by Nevada Barr is the ninth book in her Anna Pigeon series. Anna is a park ranger and amateur sleuth. Each book in the series takes place in a different National Park, where Anna is involved in solving a murder mystery.
- Recovery Man - A Retrieval Artist Novel by Kristine Kathryn Rusch
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Recovery Man by Kristine Kathryn Rusch is a high-tech detective story, number six in the "Retrieval Artist" series. It combines hard science fiction, a complex whodunit plot and a fascinating look at alien bureaucracy.
- Break of Dawn by Chris Marie Green
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Hollywood scene provides cover for a vampire society in this dark urban fantasy. "Break of Dawn" by Chris Marie Green is part of the Vampire Babylon series.
- Recursion by Tony Ballantyne
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Recursion" by Tony Ballantyne is thought provoking hard science fiction. This story of a battle between humans and artificial intelligence is told in three parts that take place in different time frames.
- Broken Birds - The Story of My Momila by Jeannette Katzir
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] "Broken Birds" by Jeannette Katzir is based on true events. It begins with the Holocaust stories of the author's parents, describes their meeting in New York and their life together raising Jeannette and her four siblings. When Jeanette's mother dies the destructive legacy of the Holocaust fractures her family.
- Prayers For Sale by Sandra Dallas
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "Prayers For Sale" by Sandra Dallas is the heart-warming story of a cross generational friendship between two women. The premise is similar to "Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe" by Fannie Flagg. If you enjoyed that book you will probably like this one as well.
- Cry of Sorrow by Holly Taylor
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Cry of Sorrow by Holly Taylor is the third in the Dreamer's Cycle series which is based on Celtic mythology and culture. Murder, treason, magic and love all combine to make this epic fantasy a tale that will blow you away. The plot centers on a race between hostile forces that are both looking for four artifacts. Even if you haven't read the first two books - and you should to fully appreciate the story - you'll be drawn into this sweeping saga.
- Virtual Evil - Time Rovers - Book 2 by Jana G Oliver
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Virtual Evil" by Jana G. Oliver is the follow-up to "Sojourn" and it's another extraordinary chapter in the Time Rovers' series. This multilayered novel is a mix of genres - time travel, paranormal and historical.
- The Edge of Reason by Melissa Snodgrass
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Edge of Reason" by Melissa Snodgrass is a story of good versus evil, of science versus superstition. It entertains while skillfully raising questions about the origins of religion and technology.
- Demon Bound - A Paranormal Romance by Meljean Brook
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Demon Bound" by Meljean Brook, the seventh book in the Guardian series, is a paranormal romance. This time the focus is on the developing relationship between two unlikely characters.
- Shanghai Girls - A Novel of Two Cultures and Two Sisters by Lisa See
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "Shanghai Girls" a novel by Lisa See is fiction set in a very real historical world. Those who enjoy Chinese-American history will appreciate this story of two cultures and two young sisters. Although their bond is tested their devotion to each other endures the horrors they encounter during the Japanese invasion of China and their struggles after leaving for a new life in America.
- Werewolf Sanctuary by Eva Gordon
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Werewolves are the stuff of legends, personifying wildness and inspiring fear and fascination. If you love these mysterious creatures you'll enjoy "Werewolf Sanctuary" by Eva Gordon.
- Nelson's Illustrated Guide to Religions - A Comprehensive Introduction to the Religions of the World
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] Have you ever wondered about the roots of Islamic Militancy, the schism in the Anglican Communion or the history of Kabbalah? James A. Beverley has left few stones unturned in this comprehensive and well researched introduction to the religions of the world.
- Child of a Dead God - A Novel of the Noble Dead
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Fantasy and magic blend with vampire lore in "Child of a Dead God" by Barb & J.C. Hendee. It's the sixth and final book in the Noble Dead series. Each book furthers the narrative and yet can stand alone as a complete story.
- Rollback - A Novel of First Contact by Robert J Sawyer
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This is a sci-fi tale of first contact and a love story that asks "can love survive if one partner is restored to youth while the other remains aged?" The brilliant what-if premise combines fascinating themes of alien communication, rejuvenation, ethics and love in a highly emotional story.
- Five Benefits of Online Writing Groups
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] Writing is a solitary craft, just you and your journal or laptop. It has its advantages but the time will come when you feel the need to interact with other folks who share your passion. A writing group can fill that need.
- Chosen by a Horse by Susan Richards
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] This is a story for anyone who has ever loved an animal. I don't own a horse and I've only ridden once and yet I was easily drawn into Richard's story - an inspirational memoir about the impact of an abused horse on a woman with a traumatic past.
- The Fifth Quadrant by CJ Ryan
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] C.J. Ryan takes a poke at contemporary society in "The Fifth Quadrant." This satirical look at environment, politics, sex and religion in the future has a larger than life heroine who is not beyond using sex to get what she wants.
- Sojourn - Time Rovers - Book One by Jana G Oliver
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] It's 2057 and Time Rover Jacynda Lassiter has just brought a tourist back from Pompeii, and not a minute too soon. The explosion is still ringing in her ears. So begins "Sojourn" a fantastic time travel story from Jana G. Oliver.
- When All Seems Lost by William C Dietz
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] When it comes to deep space adventure fans need look no further than the "Legion of the Damned" series by William C. Dietz. "When All Seems Lost" is the seventh book in the series and another excellent addition to the military science fiction saga. I read it on its own, and had no problem following the plot, but reading the books in sequence would provide background for the characters and galaxy spanning worlds.
- Rogue Male by Geoffrey Household
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] I don't remember how I came to buy a copy of "Rogue Male" but there it was - a slim paperback, half hidden among a number of books in a carton I call my Someday Box. When I finally pulled it out and started reading I literally could not put it down. Every accolade on the back cover is true.
- How I Learned to Love Satellite Radio
[Communications:Satellite-Radio] My new car came with a three month trial subscription for XM. I never thought about satellite radio before and I was sure I'd never use it. But this wasn't costing me anything and I had a three hour drive to the beach ahead of me so why not give it a try.
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Other Tales of the Jazz Age by F Scott Fitzgerald
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett is almost three hours long. It's an astonishing film that explores themes of life, death and love in the context of a man who ages backwards. It was adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald's book and I decided it was high time I read it.
- Revolution No 9 by Neil McMahon
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Revolution No. 9" by Neil McMahon is the fourth in a series about San Francisco emergency room physician and amateur sleuth, Carroll Monks. Once again his life is in danger when he becomes involved in a series of high profile murders in this riveting thriller.
- Alone by Lisa Gardner
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Alone" by Lisa Gardner starts out as an exciting fast paced thriller but bogs down in the middle. The author adds too many highly improbable scenarios and weaves a web that's too tangled to accept.
- The Center of Winter - A Novel by Marya Hornbacher
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "The Center of Winter: A Novel" by Marya Hornbacher follows a family in the devastating aftermath of suicide. A widow and two young children struggle to put their lives back together.
- Love Waits by Donald James Parker
[Book-Reviews:Inspirational-Fiction] Surviving high school is one of the most challenging times in a teenager's life. In "Love Waits" by Donald James Parker, fourteen year old Cheri is forced to face some tough problems when her mom dies and her dad moves them from a small town in Nebraska to the big city.
- The Silver Sword by David Zindel
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] David Zindell brings his own style and imagination to "The Silver Sword," an epic fantasy that is reminiscent of Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings." The battle of good versus evil plays out in a grand scale, full of adventure, passion and daring escapes.
- Hotter Than Hell - Book Three of the Hell on Earth Series by Jackie Kessler
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Hotter Than Hell" is a deliciously sinful treat. This time it's all about Daunuan, the irresistible incubus who makes sparks fly.
- Ink - The Book of All Hours by Hal Duncan
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Ink: The Book of all Hours" by Hal Duncan is not like anything you've ever read - unless you've read "Vellum," the first in this two book series. It's not so much a novel, as a complex, swirling, 3-D mosaic of vivid imagery.
- Vellum - The Book of All Hours by Hal Duncan
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Vellum: The Book of All Hours" by Hal Duncan is a kaleidoscope of fantasy and science fiction, myth and mysticism, psychology and reincarnation. Love it or hate it, it's a book that will stimulate your brain and make you think.
- Blood and Bone - A Thriller by William Lashner
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] "Blood and Bone" by William Lashner is a quick, entertaining read that takes place in the City of Brotherly Love. I was hooked on page one and the suspenseful storyline kept me reading until the end.
- The Golden Rule of Writing - Show, Don't Tell!
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] If you've ever taken a writing class, read a book on technique or had a manuscript critiqued chances are you've heard the phrase "show don't tell." But what exactly does it mean? It's a hard concept for a writer to understand but once you get the hang of it your writing will stand out.
- Wolf Song Visions - The Earthwalk of Lela and Kahla Remembered - A Story of Past Life
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] "Wolf Song Visions: The Earthwalk of Lela and Kahla Remembered" traces the karmic story of two souls drawn together by "love" and destiny. It is the story of Scott and Linda Reade and their past life as Native Americans that they shared nearly 400 years ago. Whether you believe in the immortality of the human soul or not, this beautiful story will open your mind to new and provocative ideas.
- The Blade Itself - The First Law - A Bloody Good Start to a Dark Fantasy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Joe Abercrombie kicks off his series with a masterful debut. "The Blade Itself: The First Law" is a heroic fantasy without conventional heroes. The author creates a sense of realism in a world of magic to produce an awesome tale I couldn't put down.
- The Road to Hell - Book Two of the Hell on Earth Series by Jackie Kessler
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Book two of Jackie Kessler's "Hell on Earth series" is a scorcher! Her sassy heroine, a sharp tongued succubus, is back and she's on "The Road to Hell" in this deliciously wicked tale.
- Sword of the Deceiver - A Novel of Isavalta by Sarah Zettel
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Sarah Zettel returns to the magical world of Isvalta with a satisfying conclusion - Sword of the Deceiver. She sets the scene beautifully and serves up an elaborate visual feast with a blend of Indian, Chinese and Russian folklore.
- Reap the Wild Wind - Stratification #1 - A Prequel to the Trade Pact Universe Trilogy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Reap the Wild Wind: Stratification #1" by Julie E. Czerneda is the prequel to "The Trade Pact Universe" trilogy. The author is a biologist and it shows in her world building. She delivers a highly developed complex setting that feels real by putting abundant biological and technical detail into her worlds.
- Fall With Honor - A Vampire Earth Novel by E E Knight
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Fall With Honor" is the seventh book in E.E. Knight's impressive "Vampire Earth" series. Don't be misled. This is not your typical vampire novel. Knight blends elements of military science fiction and horror to create a chilling post-apocalyptic world where aliens with vampire-like traits have taken over the planet.
- Vicious Circle by Mike Carey
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Vicious Circle" by Mike Carey is the second outing for Felix Castor, ghostbuster extraordinaire. It's another wicked blend of supernatural mayhem and hard-boiled detective story set in a dark and gritty London where the dead walk among the living.
- The Devil You Know - Dark Urban Fantasy by Mike Carey
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Devil You Know" by Mike Carey is crime noir with a supernatural twist. Mike Carey has added a fresh element to the genre to create a wonderfully entertaining thriller.
- Watermind - An Environmental Sci-Fi Thriller by MM Buckner
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Part horror story, part nano-tech thriller, Watermind by M.M. Buckner, paints a chilling picture of technology gone awry. It's a smartly written cautionary tale that takes place in present day, southern Louisiana.
- Science Fiction Quotations - From the Inner Mind to the Outer Limits
[Book-Reviews:Reference-Encyclopedia-Dictionary] "Science Fiction Quotations: From the Inner Mind to the Outer Limits" is a treasure trove of wit and wisdom from literature, movies and TV. This comprehensive and well researched book is an invaluable resource for writers, readers and all fans of science fiction and fantasy.
- Opening Atlantis by Harry Turtledove
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Opening Atlantis is the first book of a trilogy with a thought provoking premise - what if Atlantis really existed. It's an alternate world history by best selling author Harry Turtledove.
- Replica - A Sci-Fi Thriller by Bill Clem
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Bill Clem knows how to write a riveting action scene. The plane crash that starts off his new book "Replica" was more exciting than watching an episode of "Lost." I felt like I was lying on the island with the other battered and bruised survivors.
- The Black Ship - A Novel of Crosspointe by Diana Pharaoh Francis
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Black Ship: A Novel of Crosspointe" by Diana Pharaoh Francis is a high seas adventure with descriptions so vivid you may feel seasick. A well-crafted plot blends politics, corruption and betrayal with a healthy dose of magic.
- The Cipher - A Novel of Crosspointe - Fantasy by Diana Pharaoh Francis
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Cipher: A Novel of Crosspointe" is the first of a new series by Diana Pharaoh Francis. She has created a unique and exciting back drop for a magical story filled with danger and betrayal.
- Fahrenheit 451 - The Temperature at Which Books Burn
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The scariest story I've ever read is not a horror story at all. Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451" is the story of a world where books are burned by firemen. Its science fiction at its best, but to an avid reader like me the thought of a world without books is truly horrifying.
- Pandora's Closet - A Fantasy Anthology Edited by Martin H Greenberg and Jean Rabe
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] In this anthology Pandora's closet is filled with surprising clothing and accessories that are likely to cause havoc in the mortal world. Established authors as well as newcomers explore the surprising properties of items you might find in an enchanted closet.
- Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] When my eight year old granddaughter told me there was a book she wanted I didn't waste any time. I knew nothing about "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," but in my opinion any book that gets a kid that excited and asking for a trip to the book store is a good thing.
- The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] First time author Katherine Howe comes onto the scene with an incredibly powerful novel - The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. It's a hard book to characterize. Is it a literary novel, a mystery, a paranormal or historical fiction? It's a bit of each and more. Howe moves flawlessly between contemporary times and the Salem witch trials in the seventeenth century, a disturbing period in our history.
- Across the Face of the World - Fire of Heaven - Book 1
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Readers are in for a great escape when they pick up a copy of "Across the Face of the World." It's an epic quest but what sets it apart is Russell Kirkpatrick's superior world building and mapmaking skills.
- How to Breathe Life Into Your Characters
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] A clever plot will draw readers to your book but if they don't care about your characters you will soon lose them. The most exciting stories, the ones you remember long after the book is closed are those with a cast that's larger than life. It's important to make the people in your story jump off the page.
- Truancy by Isamu Fukui
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Truancy" is ultimately a coming-of-age story written by Isamu Fukui when he was fifteen. His tale about a dystopian society that is based on an authoritarian regime is entertaining while dishing out insightful social commentary.
- Glasshouse by Charles Stross
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Glasshouse," a science fiction novel by Charles Stross, was first published in 2006. It's a loose sequel to "Accelerando" written in 2005, but it can be read as a "stand-alone" story. This book is a combination of space opera, detective story, hard science fiction and psychological thriller.
- Matters of the Blood by Maria Lima - A Paranormal Urban Fantasy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Another strong heroine enters the paranormal arena in Maria Lima's bloodthirsty whodunit. In "Matters of the Blood" her feisty heroine narrates with a biting sense of humor. The secondary cast, both supernatural and human, is well done. There's romance brewing but it takes a back seat to murder and mayhem. The conclusion satisfies but there are enough loose ends for a sequel.
- The Angels of Interstate 29 by Donald James Parker
[Book-Reviews:Inspirational-Fiction] I downloaded "The Angels of Interstate 29" by Donald James Parker thinking I'd get to it after finishing the several books I was already into. But once I started reading I couldn't stop. It's a thoroughly entertaining tale that proves you're never too old for adventure and love.
- Nova Swing - Reality-Bending Science Fiction
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Nova Swing" by M. John Harrison takes place in the same universe as "Light" which was published in 2002, but it can be read on its own. Part science fiction, part noir detective story, it's well-written and inventive space opera - a tale of physics gone weird and warped reality.
- Books of Blood Volume Three by Clive Barker
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Clive Barker's "Books of Blood Volume Three" offers five more stories of sex, violence and murder. The author pushes the envelope on dark horror and takes readers to a realm where pain and bloody death prevail. Prepare to be terrified.
- Books of Blood Volume Two by Clive Barker
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Here are five more short stories of horror and intrigue by a writer who knows how to raise goose bumps on your flesh. In "Books of Blood Volume Two" Clive Barker proves he can tell a chilling tale. They don't quite measure up to those in Volume One, but they're still worth a read and fans will want them in their collections.
- Books of Blood Volume One by Clive Barker
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] As a long time fan of Clive Barker I was excited to see "Midnight Meat Train" on FEARnet recently. I loved the movie and it had me digging through my collection for "Books of Blood Volume One," circa 1984, so I could reread it. If you aren't familiar with Clive Barker's brand of horror - bloody and graphic - these six stories are a good place to start.
- The Last Mortal Man - Book One of the Deathless by Syne Mitchell
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Last Mortal Man: Book One of the Deathless by Syne Mitchell is an exciting futuristic thriller about nanotechnology advances that changed the world. It's a treat for sci-fi fans, the scientific theory is believable. There's plenty of action but there are deep themes going on as well, such as who should control scientific advancements and how new technology changes people and society.
- Seven Deadly Wonders - An Adrenaline-Fueled Adventure
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] "Seven Deadly Wonders" by Matthew Reilly is a wild ride, an action packed escapade designed to get your adrenaline pumping. Think "Mummy" meets "Indiana Jones." The clever plot uses ancient relics and legends in a way that's reminiscent of the "Da Vinci Code" but it provokes disbelief every time you turn a page.
- House of Dark Delights - Four Eloquent Tales of Literary Erotica
[Book-Reviews:Romance] "House of Dark Delights" is Louisa Burton's first book in the "Hidden Grotto" series and it is exquisite and riveting literary erotica. Four eloquent tales, from past and present, intertwine in magical and unexpected ways.
- The Magician and the Fool - A Mind-Bending Tale of the Tarot
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "The Magician and the Fool" is Barth Anderson's second novel. He uses his experience as a tarot card reader to create a complex thriller in the vein of the "DaVinci Code." The book is a fantasy that revolves around an ancient tarot deck and the surreal plot throws readers into a kaleidoscope of changing perceptions.
- Part Five - Looking For the Fountain of Youth - Death Defying Diets
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] The Fountain of Youth is a myth but according to research there may be a way to extend the human lifespan. The goal of the Longevity diet, a regimen in which you eat fewer calories and choose food for its nutritional value is not weight loss, although that will be a side effect. The real goal is to slow the aging process and prevent the ailments that affect us as we age.
- Viewpoints Critical - Selected Stories - An Anthology by LE Modesitt, Jr
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This is the first short story collection from prolific author L.E. Modesitt, Jr. The nineteen stories, ranging from hard science-fiction to fantasy, are intelligent and thought-provoking. Despite the short format the characters are well-developed with real insight into motivation, and intriguing plots make each one a satisfying read.
- Succubus in the City - A Paranormal Chick Lit Fantasy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Succubus in the City by Nina Harper is chick lit for the supernatural crowd. Think "Sex in the City" for demons. Lily, a 3000 year old Babylonian priestess, tells the story with lengthy descriptions of her designer lifestyle.
- God's Demon by Wayne Barlowe
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Artist Wayne Barlowe is well known for his fantasy art. In "God's Demon," his first novel based on his visual interpretations of Hell, he sends readers on an electrifying trip through the netherworld. The nightmarish landscape is so well created you can smell the brimstone and feel the despair of the damned.
- A Condo Hotel is a Good Alternative For Your Next Trip to Ocean City Maryland
[Travel-and-Leisure:Hotels-Accommodations] With the economy in a slump international vacations are not possible for most of us. But we all need a little stress relief, especially in these difficult times. The beach is a popular destination and you can do it without jetting across the ocean and emptying your savings account. Try a cozy, comfortable alternative to a hotel or condo and get more for your buck.
- Man Vs Machine - An Anthology
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Man vs. Machine is a collection of original stories edited by Martin H. Greenberg & John Helfers. Technology serves mankind now, but what will the future bring? Some of science fiction's most prolific authors let their imaginations run wild in this amazing anthology. Fifteen innovative tales offer a cautionary look at the shape of things to come.
- Dark Shadows - The Salem Branch by Lara Parker
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Dark Shadows: The Salem Branch brings back all the characters fans grew to love when the gothic soap opera ran in the sixties and seventies. Lara Parker, who starred as Angelique, captures their essence. This will satisfy those who thirst for more tales of the vampire Barnabas.
- The Dead Letters by Tom Piccirilli
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Dead Letters is another gripping read by Tom Piccirilli. It has a killer plot - one part psychological suspense, one part mystery, a bit of horror and a touch of the supernatural. And boy can he write!
- Beyond the Beach - Five Fun Things to Do in Ocean City Maryland
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] Ocean City is Maryland's number one summer resort. With more than ten miles of beautiful, clean, free beach it's a great spot to soak up the sun. And if hanging out at the beach with a good book isn't fun enough there are so many other things to enjoy.
- Sag Harbor - A Novel by Colson Whitehead
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Sag Harbor: A Novel by Colson Whitehead is a coming of age story from a point of view not often seen, that of a young black male. It's probably not a book I would have chosen to read so I'm glad it was a featured selection in the Barnes and Noble First Look Book Club. If I hadn't participated I would have missed out on a truly great reading experience.
- Part Four - Looking For the Fountain of Youth - Survival of the Fittest
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] Exercise keeps me young. How many times have you heard someone say that? Well, exercise may not be the fountain of youth, but it may be one way to slow the aging process. Here are ten great reasons to exercise at any age.
- I Burn For You by Susan Sizemore
[Book-Reviews:Romance] I Burn for You by Susan Sizemore doesn't light my fire. It's a bit of entertaining vampire fluff, a romance for readers who like their heroes strong and alpha. The story is brimful of testosterone and alpha male possessiveness.
- THE COMPANION - A Regency Vampire Novel by Susan Squires
[Book-Reviews:Romance] My love for vampires started with Barnabas Collins, a 175 year old vampire, played by Jonathan Frid. He appeared on the soap opera "Dark Shadows" which ran from 1966 to 1971. Today vampire novels are plentiful and most seem to follow the familiar myths. The Companion by Susan Squires goes beyond the predictable and puts a fresh spin on the old legends.
- Ex-Kop - A Sci-Fi Noir Thriller by Warren Hammond
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Ex-Kop by Warren Hammond is a forties noir thriller for the twenty-first century. It's a terrific yarn, reminiscent of L.A. Confidential with Humphrey Bogart playing the lead. If you love crime novels and science fiction you'll find that this book is a winner on both counts.
- Part Three - Looking For the Fountain of Youth - What Have You Got to Lose?
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] Whether you're looking to add years to your life, reduce the chance of illness or simply look better, losing weight may be the answer. But with so many diets to choose from how can you decide which one is best for you?
- Empress - Book One of the Godspeaker Trilogy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Empress, the first book in Karen Miller's Godspeaker trilogy, has inspired a lot of controversy. Miller breathes life into a highly complex and extremely unlikable protagonist. It's an extraordinary story of a woman who is born into abject poverty but is destined to become a brutal conqueror.
- Acacia - The War With the Mein by David Anthony Durham
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Acacia: The War with the Mein" by David Anthony Durham blew me away! It delivers everything readers want in a great fantasy - intrigue, betrayal, great battles and romance. Durham is a master storyteller who's re-invented the epic.
- Masterpieces of Terror and the Supernatural - A Treasury of Spellbinding Tales Old and New
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] I get goose bumps thinking about some of tales in this collection. It's a feast for any horror fan - forty-seven short stories and six poems that focus on psychological terror rather than blood and gore.
- The Inside Straight on the Wild Cards Series
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] "Inside Straight" marked a new beginning for the Wild Cards, a series of science fiction anthologies inspired by superhero comics. The series was created in 1987 by a group of science fiction authors and was edited by George R.R. Martin. This new addition is a seamless story that's original, funny, unpredictable, and thoroughly enjoyable from beginning to end.
- Cachalot by Alan Dean Foster
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Alan Dean Foster is a prolific writer of sci-fi and fantasy. The setting for "Cachalot," one of his earlier novels, is a water world where Earth's surviving whales, dolphins, porpoises and narwhals have been transferred.
- Dirty Little Angels by Chris Tusa
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Dirty Little Angels is Chris Tusa's first novel and it's a doozy. The story evokes comparisons to The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter by Carson McCullers. Both books can both be called Southern Gothic and both give voice to the downtrodden, depressed and rejected while examining the human condition.
- Part Two - Looking For the Fountain of Youth - Live Long and Prosper
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] Looking for the proverbial Fountain of Youth may be fruitless, but there are some things we can do to live longer healthier lives. Our increased life span has a lot to do with improved sanitation and better health care. As scientists conduct more research to discover ways to repair and regenerate damaged cells and organs our longevity will continue to increase. Someday scientists will find a way to slow down the aging process. But what can we do in the meantime? Our genes control what we look like and they can predispose us to certain diseases and health conditions. But leading a healthy life style is one way to better the odds. There's much we can do now to optimize our time and lead longer and healthier lives.
- The Secret Keeper by Paul Harris
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Secret Keeper is an incredibly powerful debut novel by journalist Paul Harris, inspired by the conflicts he covered in Sierra Leone in 2000. Reading this novel is an intense experience. Harris brings life to a period of time the rest of us only know from newspaper accounts or TV. It would make a marvelous movie.
- Sin & Vengeance by CJ West
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Sin & Vengeance by C.J. West opens with a bang but the erotic threesome comes to an end when an uninvited guest is murdered. Charlie Marston's dreams of being a football hero were dashed when he was injured and forced to join the family winemaking business.
- The Devil's Wind by Richard Rayner
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] In the fifties Las Vegas was still a small-town desert resort where Dean, Sammy and Frank played and the mob profited. The Hollywood crowd partied and watched atomic tests in the desert. Richard Rayner uses this period as the setting for "The Devil's Wind," a tale of murder and retribution revolving around an ambitious architect and a femme fatale.
- Part One - Looking For the Fountain of Youth - Why We Live Longer
[Health-and-Fitness:Anti-Aging] I'm a member of the biggest generational group ever - The Baby Boomers. Our quest for the proverbial Fountain of Youth is endless. Scientists are looking for the reasons we age in the hopes of extending our lives. We already know some of the reasons for our increased longevity.
- Spindrift by Allen Steele
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Maybe Spindrift covers some familiar territory but it's still an entertaining story of first contact. It's set in the same world as Allen Steele's popular Coyote trilogy so if you're already a fan, you'll enjoy revisiting his complex universe, and if you haven't read the previous books, like me, you can still enjoy this one.
- The Grin of the Dark - A Macabre Tale by Ramsey Campbell
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Remember the demonic creature in a clown suit in Stephen King's "It." Did it give you nightmares? If so you might want to pass on Ramsey Campbell's macabre psychological mystery The Grin of the Dark.
- Plague War by Jeff Carlson
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Plague War, a mix of sci-fi, military adventure and political intrigue, is the second book in Jeff Carlson's post apocalyptic trilogy. The nightmarish landscape presents a chilling albeit believable picture of a world devastated by a nanotech plague.
- Invasive Procedures - A Sci-Fi Medical Thriller
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Invasive Procedures was written by Orson Scott Card & Aaron Johnston. The prevailing opinion seems to be that it's a stinker. I thought it was a decent if not great read.
- In The Courts Of The Crimson Kings - A Planetary Romance By SM Stirling
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] In The Courts Of The Crimson Kings evokes memories of the science fiction pulps I loved as a kid. If you're a fan of Edgar Rice Burroughs and liked his "A Princess of Mars," you will most likely enjoy this book as well.
- Ill Met In The Arena By Dave Duncan
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Dave Duncan is a superb storyteller! His fortieth novel is a totally enthralling romantic adventure, an escapist fantasy with a driving plot.
- HELLSTROM'S HIVE by Frank Herbert
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Science fiction fans who love Frank Herbert's DUNE series will also enjoy HELLSTROM'S HIVE; the classic tale of a dystopian America threatened by a chilling enemy - insects. It's a story of genetic manipulation that's just as spellbinding today as it was in 1973 when it was first published.
- ROMAN DUSK - A Novel of the Heroic Vampire, Count Saint-Germain
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] ROMAN DUSK, Chelsea Quinn Yarbro's novel about the heroic vampire Count Saint-Germain will transport readers to the Roman Empire of 160 AD. The romance and vampirism take a back seat to the meticulous history lesson.
- A Fortunate Age by Joanna Smith Rakoff
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] I recently finished an advanced reading copy of A FORTUNATE AGE by Joanna Smith Rakoff. I finished the book and found parts of it interesting but it wasn't a page turner for me.
- Swing by Rupert Holmes
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Remember the Lindy Hop? How about Sally Rand's Nude Ranch? Even if you don't you'll still enjoy this noir mystery, a story that will transport you back to the big band era
- A Changed Man By Francine Prose
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] This dark comedy is entertaining and thought-provoking. Kudos goes to Francine Prose for being able to climb inside the mind of a racist skin-head and a Holocaust survivor and produce a witty and insightful read.
- The Art of Writing a True Story
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] At one time I thought creative non-Fiction was an oxymoron, two contradictory terms joined together. Now I know better. It's a way to make your true story as entertaining as possible.
- The Minority Report and Other Classic Stories by Philip K Dick
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Many of Philip K. Dick's stories have been made into films. If you are only familiar with his work from the movies based on his stories you are in for a treat with this collection of short stories.
- Sin City - The Hard Goodbye
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Frank Miller's "Sin City" made the move to the big screen and became a big hit. So many people enjoyed the movie that his books have experienced a great resurgence of popularity and a whole new audience is buying them, me included.
- Quicksand by John Brunner
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] QUICKSAND is a multi layered science fiction novel that is a masterpiece of characterization. Brunner addresses the nature of reality against a convincing backdrop of mental illness.
- The Experiment - A Novel by Richard Setlowe
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] There have been many stories about men who live under the ocean, but the one that sticks in my mind is about Harry Styles, a most credible and incredible hero. He's the protagonist in THE EXPERIMENT by Richard Setlowe, a medical science fiction thriller.
- Seventh Circle - Vampires Realm Series
[Book-Reviews:Romance] Rarely will you find a romance that grabs you on the first page with both a great action sequence and an emotional storyline. "Seventh Circle" does both.
- Cancer Made Me a Shallower Person - A Memoir in Comics
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] Miriam Engelberg's graphic novel details all aspects of her struggle with breast cancer. This irreverent, funny and heart-breaking book is a very honest look at what it's like to live with cancer.
- Implosion by DF Jones
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This story, written in 1967, seems all too real. Could toxic waste, chemical warfare or pollution lead to mankind's extinction?
- Twice Twenty-Two - The Golden Apples of the Sun, A Medicine For Melancholy
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Coming across my copy of TWICE TWENTY-TWO was like finding buried treasure. It's two books in one, THE GOLDEN APPLES OF THE SUN and A MEDICINE FOR MELANCHOLY, a collection of forty-four classics by Ray Bradbury.
- Omnibus of Science Fiction
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] OMNIBUS OF SCIENCE FICTION is an anthology edited by Groff Conklin. It was published in 1952, the Golden Age of Science Fiction and it includes 43 stories; some are fun, some are thought-provoking and some are adventurous.
- Ten Online Resources For Writers and Other Lexophiles
[Reference-and-Education] Writers, readers, lexophiles and anyone doing research online will find these ten sites invaluable. They will help you find just about anything you might need to look up.
- How to Write a Great Query Letter, an Amazon Short
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] If you're like most writers the dreaded query letter has your head spinning. HOW TO WRITE A GREAT QUERY LETTER by Noah Lukeman is only a quick download away.
- The Complete Idiot's Guide to Writing Erotic Romance
[Writing-and-Speaking:Writing] Sex Sells, as evidenced by the growing market for erotic romance or romantica as it's sometimes called. Author Alison Kent tells writers how they can create compelling characters, sexual tension and hot delicious love scenes.
- Welcome to Hell - A Working Guide For the Beginning Writer
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] This little gem is not a how-to book. It's more of a go-out-and-do-it book. It's a slim fifty pages but it's packed with no-nonsense advice for fledgling writers and provides a kick in the pants for pros as well.
- The Elements of Style - Is it Relevant Today?
[Book-Reviews:Reference-Encyclopedia-Dictionary] The Elements of Style has been around since 1919 and is still a valuable reference tool today. It offers essential advice to creating clear concise prose.
- A Book Reviewer's Best Friend - The Synonym Finder
[Book-Reviews:Reference-Encyclopedia-Dictionary] Words, words and more words - these are the all important tools of the trade for any writer. When you get stuck for the right word pick up THE SYNONYM FINDER, a book reviewer's best friend.
- The Slippery Art Of Book Reviewing
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] Books about the art of book reviewing are few and far between. THE SLIPPERY ART OF BOOK REVIEWING attempts to fill the void.
- The Shiniest Jewel - A Family Love Story by Mariam Henley
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] Being familiar with Ms. Henley's cartoons I couldn't wait to open up my advanced reading copy of "The Shiniest Jewel." For those not familiar with graphic novels this is a story with a complex plot that is illustrated in comic book format.
- Book Reviewing - Share the Fun
[Book-Reviews] Are people reading less? Don't believe it. If people are reading less why are there more book reviews than ever online? Avid readers want to share.
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