Wondering what to give the writer in your life for Christmas? Look no further! Book earrings (also these ones; they're cheaper) You can have these earrings custom-made to bear the covers of your beloved writer’s favorite books—whether or not s/he wrote them! Last year, I bought a pair of these earrings for my sister, who… Continue reading Writer Christmas Gift List for 2023
Author: bethovermyer
Beth Overmyer is the author of several works of genre fiction, the fantasy trilogy THE GOBLETS IMMORTAL being among them. Fueled by tea, loved by cats everywhere, she balances her home life with writing novels and hanging out with family and friends.
Show Me the Muffins: A From Book to Cook “BRITTLE” Special
https://videopress.com/v/Y0tZ30xL?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Earlier this week, I made muffins from this cookbook: The Little Women Cookbook The Blade & Bone books are loosely inspired by Louisa May Alcott's works, so I thought this would be another nice nod. These, however, turned out really pale, but passed the "doneness" test with a toothpick.
Playlist for a Fantasy Novel: Brittle
Every book I write now has a playlist. It either develops while I'm writing or I put part (or most) of it together while I'm rewriting. My question, fellow readers: Does it every interest you when authors post a playlist? Do you listen to it while you're reading their book? After you're done reading it?… Continue reading Playlist for a Fantasy Novel: Brittle
Brittle Postcard Giveaway
As of today, there are THIRTY postcards left! The next thirty people to pre-order Brittle OR request their library get a copy can email me at author.overmyer@gmail.com with proof of purchase (and a US or Canada mailing address) to receive a promotional postcard. I *believe* the postcards are going to feature the cover art (I'm… Continue reading Brittle Postcard Giveaway
Author Copies of Brittle in the HOUSE!
My author copies of BRITTLE arrived earlier this week! Here's a look: A big thank-you to Flame Tree Press for making dreams come true. Keep your nose in a book,Beth
I Am Invention: A Short Story
I have included an audio reading of this story above the text. I'm no good at captions at the moment, so a transcript is how I roll. Sit back, turn up your volume, and enjoy! https://videopress.com/v/6Hr1epny?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true From tongue, to ear, to pen, to page: I spun a story. Not any old bit of gossip and… Continue reading I Am Invention: A Short Story
Beth’s Quick Take on Netflix’s Shadow and Bone Series 2
Netflix’s adaptation of the Shadow and Bone series/Six of Crows tie-in is now in its second season. Spoilers lie ahead, so if you haven’t read the books or if you don’t want the show spoiled (because it is *quite* different from the books), proceed with caution. Now that I’ve got all that out of the… Continue reading Beth’s Quick Take on Netflix’s Shadow and Bone Series 2
Let’s Take Another Stab at Terrific Book and Tea Pairings
Book: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt My blurb of it: This multi-threaded story of loss, longing, and searching for a better ending. Tova is the cleaner at an aquarium in Sowell, Washington. She had known much sorrow, but finds purpose and consolation in her work. Bits of her life begin to unravel and… Continue reading Let’s Take Another Stab at Terrific Book and Tea Pairings
Beth’s Quick Take on Netflix’s Hit Show Wednesday–Hint: Thumbs up!
Network/streaming service: NetflixSeason: OneGenre/s: Crime, fantasy, comedy, mysteryContent rating: TV-14 My own personal rating: Four stars Storyline overview thanks to IMDb: A sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams' years as a student at Nevermore Academy. Wednesday's attempts to master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town,… Continue reading Beth’s Quick Take on Netflix’s Hit Show Wednesday–Hint: Thumbs up!
5 Simple Lessons Tolkien’s The Hobbit Taught Me About Life
#1 – Wealth isn’t something you can depend on to make all your problems go away Thorin had a whole cavern of priceless treasure, and yet, in the end, it could not save him from the fate of every man and dwarf who had come before him and would come after him. The Bible tells… Continue reading 5 Simple Lessons Tolkien’s The Hobbit Taught Me About Life
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