Why Neil Gaiman?
I’m going to tell you precisely why I love Neil Gaiman’s work, and I’ll do it by breaking down one of my favorite short stories.
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Other People’s Books
Book Review: Mencken and the Monsters (The Defense of Reality Book 1)
Don’t get me wrong: I absolutely love the current crop of urban fantasy out there. But once in a while, it’s really, really nice to find something else. Something that reminds me of Charles de Lint more than Faith Hunter.
The Land of Dragor, Book 1: The Gift of Charms
“Yoshiko and the Gift of Charms” follows the coming-of-age adventure of a very special dragon hatched from a very special egg.
Book Review: The Land of Dragor, Book 1 (Charms)
I received this charming book from Julia Suzuki in exchange for an honest review, and wow, I’m so happy to have read it.
Guest Post: Sarahbeth Caplin
This guest post is part of Sarahbeth Caplin’s “Indie Author Life series,” and I’m delighted to co-host it on my blog.
Interview with Dylan J. Morgan
Author Dylan J. Morgan talks about writing, reading, and the power of fellow authors.
My Writing Process Blog Tour
I’ve been tagged to answer questions on my writing process. A cat-gif is included to keep your attention.
Book Review: House of Cards by Ilana Waters
“Eighteen-year-old Sherry has just begun her newly independent life in Paris when she is kidnapped by a group of vampires.
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Book Review: Demon’s Grip by Tahlia Newland
This post is part of the blog tour for the newest book in Tahlia Newland’s series, Diamond Peak.
Book Review: Stalking Shadows by Tahlia Newland
Tahlia Newland has built a world where every emotion matters.
Guest Post: Author JM Frey Speaks on Fandom
J. M. Frey, author, fandom expert (really, she has a degree), cosplayer extraordinaire, and all-around awesome lady sends me a guest post on an awesome topic: FANS.
Bringing YA to YOUR Town
Have you ever wished that a big YA book tour would make a stop in your hometown? Well, here’s your chance for that wish to come true!
YA Love!
Fantabulous author Beth Revis is offering the most amazing contest ever for FIFTY autographed amazing YA books!
Interview With Jeff Goins
Do the hard thing — that’s where we grow. If you do that, you’ll never have to worry about restlessness or feeling like your life has a purpose.
Book Review: Let’s Write a Short Story! By Joe Bunting
I’ll cut to the chase: this book made me believe I could actually write short stories.
Wrecked, by Jeff Goins: Review
I don’t always post book reviews. I’ll make remarks on Goodreads occasionally, but rarely has a book moved me so much that it deserves a major spotlight.
Sarah Rees Brennan SIGNED Book Giveaway!
A chance to win The Demon’s Lexicon – autographed! Ooooh, fingers crossed!
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RIP David Eddings
David Eddings, one of the first ever SF/F writers on the NYT bestseller lists, has died.
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Monday, Monday, Monday
I took my poor husband to the doctor today at 4:45. Bronchitis: the gift that keeps on giving! We now have matching antibiotics and inhalers; baby, we are stylin’.
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Pimps and Sailors
First off, it’s pimping time: have you read the third installment of the Kate Daniels series by Ilona Andrews?
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Recs ‘N Stuff
Rob Thurman‘s Nightlife: gritty urban fantasy with fascinating protagonists and a really unique spin on mythology.
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Lisa’s Fabulous Book Contest Extravaganza!
Lisa Schroeder, author of I HEART YOU, YOU HAUNT ME, is celebrating the release of her upcoming YA novel, FAR FROM YOU, and hosting a contest with LOTS of great prizes!
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Writing Stuffs!
Two things I’ve learned lately: point-of-view shift (“Alex felt cold” vs. “It was cold” – one is narrator, the other is in his head), and scene anatomy (what makes a scene work and why).
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OOtP
Just finished reading Order of the Phoenix.
….I don’t even know what to say. Rowling just keeps getting better and better – and damnitall, I just couldn’t put this thing down.