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Lillian Brummet Co-author of the book Trash Talk, a guide for anyone concerned about his or her impact on the environment rash Talk embarks on frugal and conscious living techniques for the individual. We focus on the reuse of 'waste' materials and reducing consumption of resources. Trash Talk is written to empower people to feel more positive about their worth as individuals in a hectic, expensive, environmentally stressed world. We show how to make a ... [More]

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The Weight of Silence
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] Freelance writer, graphic designer, mom, author and self-proclaimed world vagabond and dog-lover Shelley Seale has a degree in Writing & Cultural Psychology and is the author of: The Weight of Silence: Invisible Children of India. In this book Shelley brings the reader along to join in an emotional journey of India's orphanages and slums. She has a wonderful blog and has been a Sustainable Travel Columnist for the Examiner and other publications.

My Heart Has Wings - 52 Empowering Reflections on Living, Learning and Loving
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Upon reflecting on this review project and what I took away from it, I realized that it was telling me that feeling like a victim in life distorts our perception of each and every moment, every single day. The positive reinforcement was gently reminding me to trust in my own ability in creating contentment and security in this life.

Conscious Travel Ideas
[Travel-and-Leisure] With summer sun and greening hills the urge to explore and break away from the mundane redundancy of life settles into our hearts, and we long for that one word "vacation". Sadly many of us are really suffering from the economic times, which forces us to look closer to home for our time away from work. Those of us who can travel are much more discriminating than we used to be. Where our money is spent is truly a vote as to the direction that we want to see our world go. Here are some easy, eco-friendly and frugal options that anyone can consider while engaging in lots of activities without guilt.

Conscious Travel Tips
[Travel-and-Leisure] In these times of economic strife and environmental concerns, it is no wonder that eco-tours, volunteer travel and stay-cations (staying at home during vacation time or within their borders) are becoming more popular. JTB Corp., a leading Japanese travel agency, released results of its survey on environmental awareness while traveling. According to the results, 70 percent of respondents are conscious of eco-friendly activities on their trips. There are dozens of things the average individual can do to perpetuate this green travel movement.

Auntie's House
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Auntie's House by children's author Dawn Aldrich and illustrated by Michael Aldrich was recently released by Halo Publishing International. The first thing readers will notice are the illustrations, which are filled with rich orange and green colors; nature-filled scenery with lovely smiling faces, healthy women that seem to have a good relationship, and a cozy home. The back cover claims that the book is about the trust between the adult sisters in caring for the child and that the mother will return at the end of the day - but I didn't see that upon the first reading.

Book Promo 101 - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Only a small part of a writer's career, no matter what genre they focus on, is the act of writing - most of the writer's schedule is filled with record keeping, office work and marketing. The first year after a book is published is often referred to as the "honeymoon period" because this is when the authors direct contacts have been exhausted.

Chatterbox - The Bird Who Wore Glasses
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Remember the Batman movies? Well, the movie producer of successful movies like these and entertaining children's television shows such as Where on Earth is Carmen Sandiego?, Michael Uslan, has released this adorable children's book. Chatterbox - The Bird Who Wore Glasses is available in a durable, hard-cover format with a lovely cover sleeve that will help prolong the life of the book. At 40 pages and full of excellent illustrations, this book is sure to entertain children.

Lucian's Place
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Lucian's Place is a tale of far-fetched proportions, yet so close to the possibilities of our own present technologies that it is quite believable. The idea of three people and their immediate surroundings (a high-tech self-sustained ranch) having been thrown back in time might seem a trifle wild, yet the author gives it all a sense of normalcy that distracts you from that.

Envy of the Gods - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Envy of the Gods, a science-fiction novel, has a cast of five main characters that struggle through a rise to leadership, tough ethical decisions, the re-discovery and use of ancient textbooks, and a society that strives for a better, more efficient way of life. In a ruthless and brutal age, much like our age of barbarian kingdoms, the novel takes the reader through immense social and governmental changes. Cold, power hungry Duke Atan Ishtba is on his way towards unchallenged dominance of surrounding kingdoms.

Violet the Pilot in Hawaii - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Violet the Pilot in Hawaii is the third book of a children's series written by author Bettina Bathe. One of the very first striking aspects of this book is the illustrator's use of bright colored fish and birds, a flowery helicopter, tropical scenery and agriculture within the Hawaiian Island region.

Bob the Dragon Slayer - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Bob, an orphaned peasant lad witnesses a dragon destroying an entire village and dreams of becoming a knight. Within a short time Bob is presented with a historically important magical sword by a strange wizard named Stephen. The trouble is that no one else can see the wizard who only appears when people are not around. This does not damper the doubt in the minds of those around the ambitious peasant boy.

The Adventures of Willowby Went
[Book-Reviews:Multicultural] I very much enjoyed J.S. Harrison's writing style. It was like being drawn into a big sitting room with a large fireplace, where a deep grandfatherly voice tells the story of Willowby Went. Then without realizing it, I felt sucked into the scenery and it was if I had become the cameraperson at a real, live historical event. It was an effort to put aside the book to carry on with my own tasks!

Book Promotion Woes?
[Writing-and-Speaking:Book-Marketing] Too many new authors believe that once their book is written the sales will just come pouring in and they will make a bundle. Sadly, this disillusionment is shattered when they receive a royalty check. The honest to goodness truth of the matter is that the writer's work is only started when the book is released.

Plight of Queen Bee - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] This is a children's book that will keep readers glued to the pages right to the end. The Plight of Queen Bee by Simone Fairchild entails forty pages of gorgeous, bright fun illustrations with vivid detail and glorious lilac flowers in full bloom. Illustrator Pamela Marie Key masterfully creates real-life illusions...

Crest of Eagles - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Jocelyn Howe has an excellent knowledge and understanding of the writing craft. The author interweaves multiple, strong, leading characters and two completely different time frames masterfully. Crest of Eagles reminds me of some of the great works of Wilbur Smith. This exceptional book certainly ranks with some of the best that I have reviewed to date and I would not hesitate to give Crest of Eagles the highest rating available.

Quest For the Source of Darkness - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Quest for the Source of Darkness, Patricia Perry's first novel, has an action fantasy story line with a strong mystery theme and an interesting romantic twist. This is no short novel, at 422 pages you'll be kept entertained for quite a while...

Cremator's Revenge - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The title was perfect choice for the book. Here we have a very disturbed serial killer working as a cremator at the very graveyard where his beloved grandmother lay.

The Time Has Come - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] The Time Has Come is the first book of a mystical and spiritual trilogy written by Barbara Oleynick, a highly educated nurse who's life work is to help make the world a more peaceful place in any way that she can. Barbara is an English instructor, a faculty member of a community college and an accomplished musical theater director and producer.

Shadow of an Indian Star
[Book-Reviews:Westerns] Shadow of an Indian Star is a 500-page historical fiction set in the early 1800's. It accurately brings life to a fascinating era of gun slinging, saloon drinking, hard work, rough living and bittersweet romance.

Pumping Your Muse - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] Pumping Your Muse is a 136-page non-fiction, self-help writer's manual that is conveniently available in both electronic and print format. The hardcopy is coil-bound -perfect for an inviting workbook.

Waxing - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] The excerpt in the opening page of Waxing, before all the credits and the title page, was fantastic! That little enticing excerpt compelled me to read on with energy. This compact, 204 page fiction could be classified as a paranormal romance fantasy.

Willa's Poppy
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Willa's Poppy is a 166-page young adult, thriller-adventure with a hero-element in a subtle theme of rising above challenges and making a difference in the world. Animal lovers, rescue shelter workers and all readers from 8-18 will adore Poppy's adventures.

I Kissed a Frog and My Prince Forgave Me - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Naomi Jo Rush new book of poetry, I Kissed a Frog and My Prince Forgave Me, is a well-crafted poetic journey through infidelity. Naomi reveals the most vulnerable time in her married life. Her poetry teaches us that married couples tend to forget about each other's needs and become absorbed in habitual day-to-day behavior.

The Letter - Review
[Book-Reviews:Short-Stories] As a writer, I think The Letter must have been a very interesting challenge for author Roxanna Russell. This work of fiction is actually a collection of 14 short stories - each revolving around some kind of letter; the Suicide Note, the Closure Letter, Love Letter, Fan Letter and so on. Yet the book is also a novel, in that each chapter is centered on a particular family and each chapter ties into the next.

Kisho - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Now here's a treat for dog-lovers! Author of multiple short stories for children, Jarod Twiford, has recently released his first children's book, Kisho. This story line is unique and has an ending that readers will not see coming.

Your Mental Energy Sphere - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] Author Shyam Mehta is far from new to the world of writing, as this is his 16th publication. The main focus of all of Shyam's work is helping others to find happiness in their lives and within themselves. Dedicating his life to what he believes in, Shyam is currently the founder and operator of the Loving Heart Center and an informative website where Bhaki Yoga or Karma Yoga is taught.

Violet the Pilot in Canada - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Violet the Pilot in Canada is the first in the series of children's book series written by commercial pilot and mother of two, Bettina Bathe. In this book, Grandpa Cliff along with young Chantel and Mathias are going on a camping and fishing trip in Ontario, Canada.

Violet the Pilot in France - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Violet the Pilot in France is the second book in children's series written by author Bettina Bathe. This adventure involves a hot air balloon trip in Provence, France. Proud Canadian author and commercial pilot, Bettina Bathe was certain to include a Canadian flag patch on her main character's shoulder. However, Violet the pilot also embraces the country she is working in by placing that country's flag patch on her other shoulder.

Violet the Pilot Children's Book Series - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Canadian commercial pilot, owner of a publishing company, mother of two and author of the Violet the Pilot children's book series, Bettina Bathe has a talent and energy for today's youth. I think this aviation adventure fiction series is appropriate for children aged between three and eight...

Queens and Crescents - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] What certainly stood out for me in Barry Southers novel, Queens and Crescents, was his strong and deep feelings for his family that Barry made apparent in the dedication for this book. The love and appreciation he shares here is ...

The Chaos Cycle - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Chaos Cycle by John Kerchack is destined for the best sellers list! I couldn't put it down and was quite frustrated when my life kept interrupting my reading sessions during the review process of this book...

The Frugal Book Promoter - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Internet-Marketing] The Frugal Book Promoter - How to do What Your Publisher Won't is the third book written by author Carolyn Howard -Johnson, but by far - it is not the last. Already she is planning on releasing a book of poetry. The Frugal Book Promoter has won the USA Book News award for Best Book 2004, and has also been an Irwin Award winner...

Woofer - Children's Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Woofer is an excellent book for bedtime stories, but will be best enjoyed when reading to groups of children. Written in such a way that the reader can easily characterize the animals and situations with their voice, the book is sure to bring giggles of joy to groups of children. As such, I think Woofer would be an excellent addition to the bookshelves of libraries, schools, daycare centers and the like.

Some Enchanted Autumn
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Some Enchanted Autumn by Linda Andrews is an excellent gift idea for the Halloween season. Vampires, skeletons, spiders, witches... they are all here - but this is definitely not a children's book. One town, founded by the same wagon train during the pioneering days of the North American continent, holds a secret that could destroy them all. Divided by a bitter and ancient rift, it becomes two rival towns - Pumpkin and Holly. These folks take their holidays seriously, but none more so than Pumpkin's residents do.

Finding Lilies - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Short-Stories] Kelly Baugher creates a spellbinding tale in Finding Lilies. Readers will enjoy an emotional trip through several spicy and socially revealing scenes.

Letter to Maya Angelou - Review
[Book-Reviews:Lifestyle] One hundred breath-taking, intimate photographs of nature scenes have been included in this book. Beautiful shots of flocks of birds just taking off in flight, enchanting forests, stunning autumn color and incredible sunsets were enough to make me a fan of the book...

A Crack in the Teacup - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Crack in the Teacup, by C.M. Albrecht, is a mystery fiction novel with a slight seasoning of romance and suspense to spice things up. The story line is centered in a small Californian town where an 11-year-old boy, Jerry Beakey, goes missing on his way to a music lesson.

Instead of Roses and Rings
[Book-Reviews:Romance] Instead of Roses and Rings is a wonderful tale of love and healing for two men in one university. This is not a "smut" romance - you will not find erotic scenes in this tender, insiders' view into the life of men who prefer the company of men.

Song of Cy - Understanding Grief - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Are you a step-parent, parent, sibling, grandparent or friend of a deceased person? Then this book is for you! A delicately written and moving piece of work that is electrically charged with Katlyn Stewart's love and grief...

The Captain Has Her Heart
[Book-Reviews:Romance] Mrs. Salinas has written a very nice romance novel that readers can disappear in for a few days. The Captain Has Her Heart was just recently released, but is already stealing hearts!

The Jewish Pilgrimage - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] The Jewish Pilgrimage by Geoffrey Hoffman is clearly written to inspire philosophical discussion. This book depicts the author's personal journey to find some form of understanding about man, our various versions of God and how this effects society and the use of its knowledge...

The Sweet Shade of a Chinaberry Tree
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Fascinating from the start, The Sweet Shade of a Chinaberry Tree, by Janice Parrish, is certainly hard to classify. A creative fiction based on the author's own experiences while growing up in Southern States in the tumultuous 1960's - a time of great change for America - could also be classified as an inter-racial romance or possibly a drama...

Despereaux - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This excellent fiction fantasy if full of light fun, animals and moments that bring understanding to another's feelings. The writing style the author employs creates a story that is perfect for orating and literacy groups of young readers.

Deadly Duplicates - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] When I first read the basic theme of the book, I thought seemed far-fetched. I couldn't have been more wrong. In fact, the last 30 pages were so spell-binding everything else in my life had to wait until I finished the book...

Invisible Ink - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Biographies-Memoirs] Carl Veno's book, Invisible Ink, provides an insider's view of the newspaper world during the author's 25-years as a journalist and editor - at a time when major events were having dramatic affects on American society. Told in a no-nonsense matter-of-fact manner...

How to Play Djembe - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] I would recommend How To Play Djembe to anyone trying to develop technique and discover new rhythms. The best aspect of this book is the multiple parts for each rhythm - allowing readers to get together with other drummers, even if they are of varying playing skills. Drummers will likely find that it will take some time and effort to really master each rhythm, expect to spend a couple of weeks for each one. Fortunately, the CD can always be referenced to ensure the players are keeping the feel and timing accurate. The book is comfortably teachable; group workshop facilitators would find this book especially useful.

Have Fun Playing Hand Drums
[Shopping-and-Product-Reviews:Electronics] Have Fun Playing Hand Drums - A Fun, Musical, Hands-on Book and CD for Beginning Hand Drummers of All Ages would be an ideal book for elementary classes, groups of children, autistic or similarly challenged adults and for the reader who had never played a hand drum before. The CD does not have recordings for all of the lessons and examples in the book, though there are 37 tracks on the CD. Tracks 1, 35, 36 and 37 are ensembles of hand percussion instruments that last for several minutes.

The Latent - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Marshall Frank, author of six books, has proved an exceptional ability to write absorbing who-dun-it's time and time again. According to his website he is able to do this by embellishing on real life experiences during his 30-year career investigating homicides in the Miami-Dade region of Florida. In doing so he creates a realistic, action-packed, suspenseful detective story with his recent release, The Latent - a fiction novel, that I found difficult to put down.

A Voice in the Night - Poetry Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Seventy-five pages of poetic thought on everyday life, including the author's frustrations with shopping and solicitors, greet the readers of A Voice in the Night, by GeorgeAnne Smith. She also includes a touching homage to the men and women who protect and serve us all. An interesting poem speaks from the view of a person who is shocked to find out someone was molested, when they had no idea it had happened.

My Alien Penfriend - Book Review - Children's
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] My Alien Penfriend by Faiz Kermani is a fun and unique science fiction fantasy book about a young boy on earth and his pen-pal on another planet. After joining a youth group that connects people across the universe, the boys write letters to each other and send them through spacemail, a futuristic version of email. These letters are used for a majority of the story telling technique employed by Mr. Kermani.

The Elf Prince - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] All the elements for a wonderfully mystical tale for youth, and for those with youthful minds are here in this novel. Haunting dreams, caring creatures of the forest, magical swords, a quest to defeat wickedness and free its captives along with humorous moments and unique characters...

Christmas Turtles
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Inspired by true events and the author's diabetic Grandmother, Christmas Turtles is a 32-page festive hardcover book that was released in October 2006. The winter cabin scene on the protective slipcover is identical to the art on the hardcover. Perfectly complementing the winter scenery, the book opens to dark green pages - reminiscent of evergreen mountain forests.

Charlie Ford Meets Secret Agent Man - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Accidents, errors, death, several kidnapping and hijacking scenes and the rescue of yet another mysterious man make this high-paced thriller hard to put down. I could have sat and read all day - in fact, I nearly did. Author JD Tynan has created a solid story line with humorous undertones in her recent novel Charlie Ford Meets Secret Agent Man.

The Island Off Stony Point - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] There are several unique aspects to this suspense-filled novel over others in the adventure crime thriller genre. For one thing, the two women are the strongest characters...

What's it Like Being You? Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] What's it Like Being You? - Living Life as Your True Self is co-written by John Roger and Paul Kaye, who have collaborated previously on another book. Both of these authors are successful and sought-after lecturers, educators and best-selling authors in the self-help and...

Kitty Fantastic in Manroe's Art Adventure - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Kitty Fantastic in Manroe's Art Adventure is a 40-page children's book written by the accomplished and award-winning illustrator Pamela Key. Her intent in writing this book is clear in this passage from the book: "If a kid does any kind of art at least three hours a day, three days a week, for a year he or she is four times more likely to win an award for writing or be recognized for academic achievement and three times more likely to be elected to ...

The Call to Shakabaz
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] The Call to Shakabaz - by Amy Wachspress - is a youth or "tween" fantasy adventure tale involving four unsuspecting youth (aging 10-14) and a family secret. Written with humor and tasteful exploration into alternative lifestyles and different colors of skin. Amy is well educated in English, Literature and Drama. Her aim with this book was to introduce acceptance of multi-cultural children. She wanted to inspire the idea of finding peaceful solutions to conflict. African-American children in particular will enjoy seeing themselves reflected as heroes in this tale.

Caleb's Wish
[Book-Reviews:Inspirational-Fiction] Be careful what you wish for! Birthday wishes may just be a little more powerful than we give them credit for. Caleb's Birthday Wish is a wonderful tale about holding on to one's dream despite whatever we might see as obstacles...

Don't Go Alone - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Don't Go Alone is a story of high-society - of limousines, kept wives and fancy homes. It is a story of passion and shame, of regrets and betrayal, mistakes and love, hate and revenge.

Jill 9 - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Jill 9 has a story line based around a psychologically disturbed female serial killer. The only lead the detectives have is the one thing all the victims have in common - all of the victims share the name, or sudunoume, of "Jill Walker".

The Deviant - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The following quote taken from the back cover, "The Deviant is a story that will make you afraid of yourself", could not be more truthfully stated. Here we have a story about a writer who realizes his life is going places he doesn't want, his talent as a writer is sadly slipping and he is losing his readers rapidly. Already, he thinks, members in the industry are snickering at his age and see him as a "has been".

Proof Evident - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Proof Evident is a newly released crime fiction novel by lawyer and controversial psychologist, John Dicke. The story line is based around a criminal case for Judge Avery Jackson who coldly murdered Sheriff Hardacre during his speech to 150 city officials.

Caleb's Branch
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Caleb's Branch, a relatively large book with over 400 pages, is difficult to classify. It is a story about family with mysterious and paranormal occurrences that involves two families separated by generations, yet connected through a little boy named Caleb and the land they have all called "home". I thought it was particularly interesting that the author showed how having children can sometimes bring a new understanding of our upbringing and our parents - and therefore, of ourselves.

115 Ways to Reduce Anxiety - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Mike Marcoe writes from first hand experience in his book 115 Ways to Reduce Anxiety, providing advice from the view of one who has traveled the road of anxiety for a long time, undergoing therapies and combing through mountains of research. His experience has resulted in this self-help guide to people looking for ways to manage their condition in a proactive and healthy manor...

Providence Pond - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Author, Beresford McLean brings a new novel to his fans, this one delves into a time when British culture dominates over those within Jamaica. Providence Pond's 500 pages are divided into four parts; each involves four generations of the King family between 1880-1920. The book closes with an afterword that provides insight into some of the issues in Jamaica over the years. Readers may want to read this section first, as it will definitely enrich the experience.

Laguna - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The first thing that stood out for me about Michael Putegnat's novel, Laguna, was the author's excellent writing skills. He has the ability to create a vision in the readers mind and employs a clever use of humor. Attractive hooks at the ending of most chapters kept me unable to resist reading at least the first paragraph or two of the next one.

Coping With Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet (Second Edition) - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] This book was so helpful! The new discussions that were brought into our home over these important issues, made me so very grateful for having had the opportunity to read this book.

Writing-World's Guide To Paying Markets For Fiction and Poetry - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Reference-Encyclopedia-Dictionary] Writing-World's Guide to Paying Markets for Fiction and Poetry by Moira Allen, is more than just a book of data for writer's submissions. The author includes only paying markets of periodicals (E-zines, magazines and a few newspapers). The author created a highly valuable section entitled "About this Guide", that explains what each section of details listed under the publications means. She even goes as far...

Hoot - Children-Youth Fiction Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Hoot is a story about a fun adventure that has a small group of young people making positive choices. The setting for this mystery-fiction tale takes place in the state of Florida, USA.

Change Your Mind, A Neurologist's Guide To Happiness - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] 283 pages of thought provoking, soul-searching concepts await readers in D.V. Pasupuleti's new book, Change Your Mind. This self-help, inspirational non-fiction delves deep into viewing life's issues with a renewed sense of objectivity.

To Save the World - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] Three powerful and strangely gifted Earth-women are brought to Arhka where the very bonds of their relationships are tested. Arkha, similar to Earth, is a world of small landmasses and oceans along with two main larger continents where four known intelligent beings co-exist... but not in peace.

Bearkiller - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] In only 232 pages, Mr. Stephens combines elements of reincarnation and time travel with action, adventures and romance. There are also threads of spirit visions and other mystical aspects of the Blackfoot Nation. Bearkiller could be considered a historical fiction...

The Sea of Trolls - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] At only $8.99 (US) or $12.50 (Canadian) this 462-page epic fantasy adventure is an unbelievable bargain. The Sea of Trolls has won at least thirty literary awards including A Parents Choice Gold Award and Publishers Weekly's Best Children's Book. Author, Nancy Farmer has also been honored with the Newbery Honor three times!

Simply Green Giving - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] In his newly released, Simply Green Giving, Danny provides environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional wasteful and expensive wrapping. His frugal techniques will help families and communities by reducing the costs of gift giving. Those who enjoy crafts will love to play with the ideas in this book.

A Place Called the Bla-Bla Cafe - Book Review (Non-Fiction)
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] A Place Called the Bla-Bla Cafe is a non-fiction book that will especially appeal to musicians and entertainers. This 237 page volume was self-published and written by Sandy Ross, one of the main entertainment coordinators for the Bla-Bla Cafe during the 11 years it provided a home and a welcoming family to the up-and-coming unsigned and undiscovered entertainers of the day.

The Wrekening - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Wrekening is the first book in the Ancient Mirrors Tales, followed by Dragon Queen (which will be released in March, 2007), Damselflies and Quondam. The first few pages are filled with interesting maps that were useful during my reading of the novel.

The Echoes of a Whisper - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Rhona is clearly a caring woman who writes about her roles in the family, as mother, wife and daughter. She shares her goals in life and her hope to encourage her children to reach their potential by delving into their Selves and releasing their talents with courage.

Visual Verse - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Arts-Photography] The picture book's 94 pages are filled with shots from areas across the globe including the Yukon, Canada, Hawaii, New Zealand and the Mid-Western States. The pictures are so incredible that readers will want to sit and look at for a long time, getting lost in their awesome beauty.

Swiss Tradition in Black and White - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] In total, 126 pages of information await readers interested in the Bernese Mountain Dog, a canine originally from Switzerland. Swiss Tradition In Black and White is a non-fiction guide that is written for both pet owners and dog breeders alike. The author, S.H. Baker, did a good job in ensuring every aspect of the species is covered in her book.

The Fine Print of Self-Publishing - Book Review
[Book-Reviews] The Fine Print of Self-Publishing by Mark Levine examines and discusses the most common contracts and services that authors must understand before signing any agreement with a publisher. Based on the author's experience during the nine years that he worked as a corporate, entertainment and intellectual property attorney, Mark breaks down common contracts into a language the rest of us can understand.

Composting For All - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Home-Garden] This short booklet explains what composting involves in a simple way and terms like vermiculture and aerobic bacteria become less confusing. Learn how to begin composting safely wit little hassle. Discover old and new composting methods from hot and cold composts, fermentation methods...

The Colonel's Tale - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Colonel's Tale - a Dassas Cormier Mystery, by S.H. Baker is the third book in this mystery series. 160 pages greet readers with an unsolved bank robbing incident and oil-greedy villains.

Composting - An Easy Household Guide - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Home-Garden] Nicky Scott, Chairperson for the Community Composting Network in the UK, is the author of three small books (roughly 4 x 6 inches) dealing with waste reduction and has appeared in two videos about composting. His book, Composting - An Easy Household Guide, was originally published in 2005 and the second edition was released in 2006. The cover and all ninety-six pages are printed on 100% recycled paper.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - An Easy Household Guide - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Home-Garden] I was very excited to review Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - An Easy Household Guide by UK author, Nicky Scott. Because my husband and I wrote Trash Talk, which is a similar guide written for North Americans, I was very interested to learn how individuals in the UK are dealing with reducing waste... With the 96-page book, the author attempts to provide a guide for people to follow; "in a world of confusing messages" where overwhelming environmental problems weigh down our hearts...

Slap Happy - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Slap Happy by Alan Dworsky and Betsy Sansby is an illustrated instructional book that teaches rhythms to groups of youth. The book comprises of 72-pages in total, 3 of which are blank charts at the back of the book that readers can photocopy and use to chart their own songs using the rhythms from the book. Sources for further study can also be found at the end of the book including CD's, books and videos for West African rhythms for djembe drums and Afro-Cuban rhythms for conga drums. Beginning with simple practice patterns, the authors gradually increase the difficulty level.

Drum Circle - A Guide to World Percussion - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Music] Drum Circle - A Guide To World Percussion appears to be written for music and social studies teachers and drum enthusiasts looking to bring new ideas into their playing. The authors cover 28 different instruments, grouping similar instruments together in single chapters. The format for each chapter is consistent, beginning with interesting historical and origin factoids. Tuning and playing position are then discussed prior to demonstrating the performance technique. Close to 90 black-and-white photographs aptly demonstrate playing position and technique.

What a Difference a Day Makes - a Survival Guide For Women - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Womens] Simple, clear and cut-to-the-chase, this light humor non-fiction self-help book will encourage readers to embrace happiness - as it is right there for their taking. Like most of us, Kerri Cartelli wears many hats that can end up draining her energy. These can include titles such as mother of three, teacher, married woman, sister, daughter, friend, homemaker and author.

The Ant in the Cellar
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] The Ant In The Cellar, by Danielle Rosenblatt is a fun children's book written similarly to Dr. Seuss rhyming style - did I say fun? It really is. An ant that lives in a family home creates silly and amusing stories.

Memories Before and After the Sound of Music - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Music] Agathe von Trapp, born in 1913, is the eldest daughter of Baron Georg von Trapp. Agathe, her siblings and parents formed the famous Trapp Family Singers, which inspired the popular film, The Sound Of Music.This famous movie was based on books written by Maria about their lives and experiences from her perspective, which - of course - the movie producers had creative license with. After reading Agathe's memoir, Memories Before And After The Sound Of Music, interest for Maria's books will likely increase once again.

The Puppet Triangle - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] This is a highly intelligent modern day fiction story is set in Ontario, Canada. The author clearly demonstrates the challenges young people face in today's world. I truly enjoyed Brock's adventures.

Vrolok - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Do you love a vampire tale that swallows you whole and you disappear in it for days at a time? Then Vrolok is the book for you. I am not kidding - I disappeared for about 10 hours the day I began this review project... and completed the book the next morning. Already, this epic adventure has received raving reviews in the industry. The cover design for this durable, hardcover novel is simply beautiful.

Pee Wee and the Magical Compost Heap - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Pee Wee And The Magical Compost Heap is the first story in a series of three children's books based on the character Pee Wee Worman, which was made possible through a grant from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment. It is illustrated with pencil sketches by Alia Toor of musical notes, sunflowers, children, compost piles, worms and other critters found in a compost pile, tiny lady bugs, plant parts and winding vines grace each page as readers follow the story.

Pee Wee's Great Adventure - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] International Compost Awareness Week (early May) is a perfect time to read Pee Wee's Great Adventure (ISBN# 0969788339) to groups of children during the various events celebrating the week. This book is the second installment in the series of three children's books based on the character Pee Wee Worman - who teaches us about vermiculture, or composting with worms. Published by Recycling Resource Service, this book has taken even greater environmental steps during the production phases than the first book of the series (Pee Wee And the Magical Compost Heap).

Pee Wee in a Nutshell - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Pee Wee's Family In a Nutshell (ISBN# 0969788320) is the third installment in the series of children's books written by Larraine Roulston. The series is based on the character Pee Wee Worman - who teaches readers about vermiculture, or composting with worms. Larraine shares a powerful quote from Charles Darwin on the inside cover followed by a statement on the next page where the author makes it clear that she sees compost as "more then a fertilizer, more than a soil conditioner - it is a symbol of continuing life".

Whispering Hope - An Anthology of Verse - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Whispering Hope - An Anthology of Verse is a collection of poetry mostly written by residents of Africa. This anthology is one of several books published by Whisper from the Heart Poetry Club, which encourages poets and artists from South African and around the globe to express themselves with freedom and confidence. Founded by Stan Almendro and currently operated with Stan's Daughter, Giselle Visser, this club works to build a stronger economy and recognition for the literary talent presented in their books.

The Seagull Who Was Afraid to Fly
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The Seagull Who Was Afraid To Fly by Steven Wickstrom, a seventy-three page children's book released in June, 2004, is one story your children will truly love. In just seven chapters, this paperback teaches children to have courage in the face of fear, the importance of friendship and to accept individuals for who they are - rather than evaluating them on what they are expected to be.

Focus on Minerals - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Educational-Science] Author Jerry Wermund held a long career in geology and upon retirement he started writing a series of book for children and young adult Earth Science studies. The author's love for nature and academic experience shows in his latest book, Focus On Minerals.

Change the World - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] Change The World For 10 Bucks was first published Great Britain (2004) by Shorts Books Ltd as Change the World For a Fiver, and was recently adapted for a Canadian audience through New Society Publishers in 2006. New Society Publishers is renowned and highly respected in the industry as a company that focuses on books that teach sustainability, improve lifestyle and forward environmental causes.

Stones & Bones
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Stones & Bones would appeal to children, classes and families interested in scientific study of history, anthropology, dinosaurs and early man. Stimulating, full-color images challenge the mind and educate at the same time as supplying a sense of comfort through the cozy, family-like scenes. They are so detailed that the more one looks at the illustrations, the more one sees.

What Ever Happened to Apple?
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Children's book that teaches conscious living by considering what happens to an apple during its lifetime. The author follows its life from conception to its demise. Focusing on proper organic waste management with facts and information, resources and links - a wonderfully illustrated book

Colors - A Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Colors is the first book of the Eye Like children's hardcover series that will also include Numbers, Shapes and Letters in the near future. Colors consists of 64-pages with full color photography and a few illustrations.

The Art of Conscious Creation - How You Can Transform the World
[Book-Reviews:Spirituality-Religion] An uplifting, inspiring, motivating book that will have you thinking differently about every single thing in your life. Readers will feel positive and optimistic. They will learn how to become more proactive and employ tools they learn in this book to creating positive change in their lives, their families and their communities.

Good-Bye Baby Max
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Good-bye Baby Max is a wonderful children's book for those who are coping with the end of life. A former kindergarten teacher who currently works as a professional counselor and life coach in Texas wrote the hardcover book. The author, Diane Cantrell, states that the book was written to stimulate discussion on a topic that is often difficult to broach.

The Criminal in the Caymans
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Criminal in the Caymans is the first book in the Incredible Journey Books series. This series, written by Connie Lee Berry, centers around two young brothers who stumble onto something that doesn't seem right and end up solving mysteries.

Living Beyond Belief
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] Author Jaia Lee shares her personal experiences of discovering her unhappiness and the steps she took to change courses with the dark, bumpy road she was traveling to a smooth, scenic and comfortable one. Through sharing this tale so honestly, Jaia is sure to inspire her readers to create positive responses in their thinking process.

Gracefully Looking and Being Your Best at Any Age
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] A privileged life can still have some chains and life issues do not avoid those in this position. Valerie Ramsey has had her share of life issues over the years but she maintained a healthy marriage, raised 6 children as a stay-at-home mother and then began a career as a marketer in her mid-fifties for a resort community before retiring from that career and beginning a career in modeling at the age of 63!

The Bubblegum Babes' Guide to Sixth Grade - Review
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] This is one book that I would have cherished as a little girl. The Bubblegum Babes' Guide to Sixth Grade is the first in a series designed for young people growing up in today's fast-paced and high-pressure world. Doreen Lewis wrote it so that each chapter can be read as a complete story on its own - perfect for pre-teens that like to read small sections at a time.

Political Frugality - Review
[Book-Reviews:Politics] It is hard to specify exactly what genre Larry Roth's new book can fall into. Political, frugal living, gay rights, taking care of the body and more are covered in Political Frugality - Guerrilla Economics for the Demonized, Devalued and Disenfranchised.

Shattered Memories, Scattered Emotion - Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Betty Woodrum released her first book of poetry entitled Shattered Memories, Scattered Emotions in on July 16, 2005. Her poetry is clean and simple and extremely honest. There is such a strong theme of the various forms of love that the word 'love' should almost be included in the title!"

Arturo El Rey - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] This large (about 378 pages), fantasy-adventure novel should give best selling authors like Stephen King heavy competition. Fantastically interwoven with elements of King Arthur's realm, including a little Arthurian romance, Arturo el Rey will keep the reader captivated...

Lethal Option - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] This has to be one of the best detective novels I have read in some time - right up there with Lawrence Sanders! The reader is taken on a roller-coaster ride from one seemingly unconnected crime into another...

Dragon Tales - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Dragon Tales by Mary C. Fairbanks is truly and entertaining book, chock full of twenty-four dragon stories. Perfect for youth from the age of five to fifteen, even adults would be charmed by its pages.

Fading Towards Enlightenment - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] I would classify this book as a useful, inspirational, self-help tool for those searching for inner peace. Wayne shares his personal experiences while he searches to come to turns with himself and life in general through this beautiful work of art...

The Legend of Juggin' Joe - Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The Legend of Juggin' Joe is a fiction based on a few historical family members that is written with a light, entertaining feel and a twinge of humor. This book is certain to take you away from your reality, and into the shaded mountains where moonshine is made!

My Dad Wears Polka-Dotted Socks! - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] The main character is a young boy who is desperately fretting over the class reaction to his strange family. He dreads the day the children in his classroom are due to present their portrayals of their families...

King Bartholomew and the Jester's Riddle - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] King Bartholomew and the Jester's Riddle by Pina Mastromonaco is a wonderful, fun book with a humor level perfect for children aged four to eight. Entertaining riddles entice readers to try to guess the answer while enjoying the tale.

Give a Little - Book Review
[Book-Reviews] Give a Little certainly provokes empathy for each of its characters. It is an emotional roller-coaster ride for the reader, while the family members in the book heal old wounds and the father battles alcoholism. When the back cover states "Come meet Jaden and Simmeon Randel, two brothers you won't forget" - they were not exaggerating. These two identical and opposing twins are the main characters in this novel.

Moon Child - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Moon Child by Simone Maroney is a larger sized adventure, fantasy novel with 55 chapters. The story line involves complex relationships between six main characters, which are delicately balanced leaving room for intrigue...

A Monster Named Criney Who Makes Kids Whiney - Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Excellent! One of best children book of this genre that I have had the pleasure to review!

The Cranberry Bog - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Scott Underhill takes readers on a stimulating, emotional ride in his book The Cranberry Bog, an environmental suspense novel. Environment Engineer, Jeff Ridge works for the Environment Protection Agency. He and his co-worker, Tara Clemens, are walking on eggshells around an unusual assignment after being called into investigate tainted water at a Bed and Breakfast owned by Joshua and Debra Klickman.

Call Me Mommy - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Womens] I would classify Call Me Mommy as a tragic suspense saga. Marshall succeeds in making the book more realistic by using elements of some factual events within the story line...

Born Evil - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Author of two books and many short stories, J.P. Ransom is busily writing a series of books called Colla'd Greens and two more upcoming books including a sequel to Born Evil. Obviously this author has caught the writer's flu!

The Demon Plague - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Demon Plague by Joreid McFate is a fantastic paranormal suspense science-fiction novel, involving time-travel and mysticism. This 424 page book is also available in e-book format.

Amapola - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Alan Heywood writes a stimulating, though sometimes improbable, adventure novel in Amapola. What I mean by this is that the characters are seemingly very lucky or were simply at the right place, at the right time. Yet, other scenes are somewhat reminiscent of a James Bond movie...

Living in Darkness - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Here, we have a serial killer at large. Detective Carnegie and his coworkers Paul and Nick are out to solve the case. Clues point to many possibilities and keep the team working hard. Is it the work of a homophobe? Or a case of mad revenge? Or pointless youth rage?

Her Backyard - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Womens] Her Backyard definitely has a story line that I think many women can relate with. Career women have to make many sacrifices and there are times when one wonders if this lifestyle is truly full filling all their needs. I think Doreen Lewis has written a fine book portraying this conundrum.

Men of Extreme Action - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Action, thriller and humor - this book has it all! Men of Extreme Action by Joseph Kochanoff is one of the better books I have reviewed this year. Based in the action movie making industry, Joseph incorporates murder, excellent fight scenes and sabotage...

Gilleland Poetry - Storoems and Poems - Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Retired professor of Microbiology, Harry Gilleland certainly has a variety of experiences and thought-provoking insights to share in his latest poetry book, Gilleland Poetry -Storoems and Poems. Harry's poetry has appeared at numerous establishments over the years and he has authored three books to date. His dedication to and love of poetry is evident in the way that he writes his work.

Going Deeper - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Going Deeper by Jean-Claude Koven is certainly a nicely presented, hard-cover book. This fiction fantasy has an obvious inclination to aid readers who are embarking on their personal spiritual quest.

Reality Checked - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Multicultural] Reality Checked - Life through Death, is a moving saga about finding meaning in a world of suffering and pointless hate based on the color of skin. Former school teacher and Theologist, Victor Waller has incorporated many of life's issues through the lives of his characters who were forced to make decisions in hopeless situations. Racism, revenge and hate are rampant in this book. Domestic abuse and the dangers hidden within our society's foster care system are also addressed...

Sound Bodies Through Sound Therapy - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] Dorinne Davis has written many books that concentrate on the subjects of hearing and sound. In the well-researched textbook, Sound Bodies through Sound Therapy, she looks at the concept of sound being a nutrient for our bodies.

The Road of Silk - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Road of Silk is an adventure fantasy, with mystical and magical elements and a high energy feel to it that any reader will enjoy. Although this novel is written for an adult audience, I believe anyone over the age of 10 could easily become immersed in its pages...

Pausing to Catch My Breath - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Poetry-Playscripts] Debra Warren has appropriately titled her book of poetry 'Pausing to Catch My Breath'. The pages depict this mother and grandmother as someone who I would personally love to sit across from at a kitchen table with a huge pot of tea and talk for hours...

Silent Lies - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Romance] Silent Lies is an action romance saga, that takes the reader through decades of a tumultuous time between the end of World War I and the beginnings of World War II. Excellent and intelligent use of actual historical events makes this piece both educational and entertaining.

The Seventh Jewel - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] The Seventh Jewel is a fantasy-adventure fiction geared for youth (ages 11 and up)... the reader is taken on a journey that involves a treasure hunt, a noble quest and the discovery of an ancient civilization. The author touches upon family relationships, dealing with death and coming to terms with loosing a limb. The Seventh Jewel is also an educational book that brings up serious issues from poverty to discrimination...

Jason Seeley's War - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Politics] I felt that Dean Salter did a wonderful job portraying this aspect of war. How this young man running from a war he could not believe in, tore families apart. The community was also torn in their perception of this 'criminal' in their midst...

The Letter Writer - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] I would say this fiction is a light comedy that is quite entertaining and has some romance elements as well. Author Robert Mercer-Nairne brings attention to common human frailties with a sense of fun.

The Little Mornings - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] The Little Mornings, by C M Albrecht is a murder mystery with 262 absolutely absorbing pages... Perhaps because I am a writer, and this book has to do with the publishing industry, I am partial to the theme. Grandfather's description of a writer's methods to reach their creative dreams had me laughing out loud - because it was so true.

Star - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] A dog-lover's fiction story written for a young adult audience. "I do not think a reader could put down this book without being moved by the great heart that Star displayed repeatedly. There are many lessons here for young adults from the dangers in the world, to the plight of pets and the strength of love."

Unspoken Dreams - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Carol Bennett writes a stunning mystery-thriller. Her chilling entrance is one I have encountered only rarely in a book...

Second Eden Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Carlton Austin has crafted a wonderful piece of work in Second Eden - an action-packed suspense thriller with a little romance and some elements of science fiction. Its beautifully designed cover incorporates gorgeous images depicting scenes within the plot and the book is available in both hard and soft cover. I recommend the hard cover, folks. This book is sure to be one that you keep among your favorite authors on your bookshelves. Second Eden is destined for a talented director to take big screen fans on its roller-coaster ride.

Putting it on Paper - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Business] "Dawn Josephson, author of 14 books, has written a fantastic author resource with her latest book Putting it on Paper - The ground rules for creating promotional pieces that sell books. This book discusses the development and use of contents within a media kit, and other marketing materials..."

Fern's Dragon - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Fern's Dragon is a wonderfully fun read that stimulates the imagination of both young people and the young-at-heart alike. It is a good mystery-fantasy story that is artfully composed...

Pariah - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Pariah, written by multi-talented artist and author Timothy Goodwin, is a science fiction, fantasy novel that incorporates some very clear ideas to what is wrong with today's world. The characters are colorfully portrayed and the battles were very well written.

Pandemonium - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Book Review of Pandemonium "...is certainly an educational book that may be beneficial for children and grand children of immigrants who wish to understand what it was like. It also could serve as a useful reminder to appreciate, protect and expand upon the rights of all mankind."

Mathew and the Highland Rescue - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] A stimulating adventure! Sabine Muir has written a wonderful children's story that can be read many, many times. This is a time-travel, Christian fantasy novel that reminds me a little bit of one of my favorite childhood books, 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'.

Druxel Manor - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Mysteries-Thrillers] Druxel Manor is a stimulating thriller-mystery-romance novel that keeps the reader guessing. Who do you trust? Everyone seems to know a little something but no one is willing to explain - or rather, what is revealed only creates more confusion.

Dark Autumn - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:SciFi-Fantasy-Horror] Now this could definitely be a movie! Dark Autumn is fantastic action-packed futuristic thriller that had me riveted for days. The energy was kept very high throughout the book.

Alison's Journey - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Short-Stories] The dedication in this book is a work of poetry in itself. I had a distinct recollection of 'Sleeping with the Enemy' when reading this book, but this story has some very unique twists and turns. The characters seemed very real to me - I live in a small town and we are just like that!

Fire in the Ice - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Romance] "An excellent novel that will wring tears of frustration and pain and then tears of joy from the reader.'Fire in the Ice' is a perfect title for this book. The passion, confusion and anger that the main character (Deedra) felt, along with her pain over the loss of her parents and the death of her young husband caused her to cover her heart, lock it away and live only through a deep survival mode.

Super-Detective Flip Book - Two Complete Novels
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] t was a sincere honor to take on the book review project for Super-Detective Flip Book: Two Complete Novels in light of the fact that this book has allowed a whole new generation of readers to access a very popular series from the 1940's. Off Trail Publications have worked with Reverse Karma Press to introduce the iconic fictional hero Jim Anthony and his nemesis Rado Ruric in a book that utilizes a very old style - it is a flip book; and this means that once the reader has completed one story, they then flip the book over to access the second Jim Anthony adventure.

O'Shaughnessey - A Boy and His Leprechaun
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] I absolutely loved reading O'Shaughnessey - A Boy and His Leprechaun by Jeremy McGuire. I am certain that young readers will want to open the book and disappear for a while as soon as they see the wonderful fantasy image on the cover. The author, incidentally, also created the many illustrations that can be found throughout the book - Jeremy's artistic talent definitely plays on the curiosity and fanciful minds of youthful readers. Mr. McGuire's bio states that his art and narrative style are greatly influenced by his fondness for 19th Century literature and art.

Free Mind, Free Body - How to Use Your Mind to Achieve More Than Ever Before
[Book-Reviews:Self-Help] I had the honor of reviewing Free mind, Free Body - How To Use Your Mind To Achieve More Than Ever Before, Treatment and Healing this week and found this 162 page paperback book by DR Boisse lives up to it's claim: "A new thought-provoking and mind-expanding perspective". In fact the word "perspective" is perfect for this book, because over and over again readers will be shown how their perspective of situations, events or issues can twist and alter reality.

How Your Doctor's Dietary Ignorance Will Kill You
[Book-Reviews:Health-Mind-Body] James, a practicing physician, explains how simple dietary changes can not only reduce the chance of getting many of today's prevalent ailments, but also to heal patients who are already plagued by a variety of illnesses. His choice of wording in the title reflects that the entire population is dying from entirely preventable ailments because of dietary misconceptions.

Show Me Marketing With Video On The Internet
[Book-Reviews:Internet-Marketing] Video producer and author Jessica Kizorek presents a glossy, hardcover non-fiction account of the Internet marketing industry and the growing use of video in the book: Show Me Marketing With Video On The Internet. Jessica's book is a manual on Internet advertising and electronic commerce and is not to be mistaken with a how-to or self-help guide on recording and uploading video on the Internet.

In Search Of Molly Pitcher by Linda Grant De Pauw
[Book-Reviews:Young-Adults] Peggy MCAllister receives an assignment from school that could lead her to win the Rattletop Award. Each year the winner's name is placed at the top of the list of engraved winner's names on a bronze plaque for the town to see for all time. Peggy is determined that she will have her name on this list, however she makes an unpopular choice for the competition that will involve more work than the other options she was presented with, disappointing her teacher immensely. But something about this name stood out for her and she followed her heart.

The Squirrel, the Worm and the Nut Trees
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] The first thing that greets the reader upon seeing "The Squirrel, the Worm and the Nut Trees" is the glossy green cover and the large cartoon like illustrations of nature scenes. Illustrations both on the cover and inside this children's book were created by Bobby Switzer are soft, smooth and friendly; I felt they are very easy on the eyes. The happy and sometimes frustrated critters will have readers giggling.

Willie's Dad
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Willie's Dad by Stanley Williams is a large 8.5 X 11 inch paperback children's book about unselfish love that will move your heart. The author, Stanley Williams, shows children the heart-wrenching sacrifices that the family goes through when someone they love is incarcerated. Readers are also shown the emotional toll it takes on the person behind bars.

The Coyote Oak - Burgeoning Wisdom
[Book-Reviews:Fiction] The Coyote Oak: Burgeoning Wisdom, by Carlisle Bergquist, is a 324-page paperback eco-psychology fiction novel with ecological, spiritual and philosophy aspects interwoven in the tale. The two lead characters James and Andrea are a married couple, that have a mystical adventure starting with a vivid, yet confusing dream that James had one evening. Approached and coached by a fascinating creature, a huge colorful bird, James embarks on a journey that will change him forever.

The Magic In You
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] I loved this book! The Magic In You celebrates individuality, acceptance of one's actions and also embracing the ability to affect those around us in a positive way - if we chose to do so. The author, Sally H. Taylor is also the illustrator and every single page is filled with nature in a way that will appeal to children.

The Ovum Factor
[Book-Reviews:Non-Fiction] The Ovum Factor by Marvin L. Zimmerman is one of the best intrigue novels I have read in some time. There were several aspects that stood out for me with this book. Marvin is able to bring several environmental, moral and ethical issues to the reader. He is also able to show us a little of an insider's view into the corporate world. His passion for the planet is so well interwoven into the story's plot that readers will find themselves tense and wanting to read more. Another interesting aspect of the book is that Marvin also shows us the importance of Indigenous knowledge and the dangers of eradicating life-systems.

Astro Socks
[Book-Reviews:Childrens-Books] Astro Socks is a wonderful little juvenile action adventure fiction with a little space and astronomy thrown in. The lead character, Chris, is a young boy who wants to find a solution to socks continually falling off his infant sister. Chris shows us some of the creation process, how to take notes, the things to consider when creating a new product and reaching out to others for their expertise.

Traci's Story - Book Review
[Book-Reviews:Short-Stories] This is very a moving tale that is based on a true story of a woman brought up by an alcoholic single mother.