Movie-to-book adaptations abound, I mean, come on, who doesn't want to hear that their favorite paper and ink hallucination trough is about to be offered up in visual and audio? Except...when you buy your ticket, take you seat, and then sit through a condensed dream-soup that reeks of "We didn't have the heart or the… Continue reading Beth’s Top 6 List of Book to Movie/TV Adaptations
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I’m Ecstatic to Announce…the Birth of a Totally New Series!
Don't panic! This is it. The moment I have been waiting for: I finally get to announce (on my blog, that is) that the first book in my duology has been accepted for publication by Flame Tree Press! The title of the book is Brittle and the duology--is not a duology any more. Oops. Instead… Continue reading I’m Ecstatic to Announce…the Birth of a Totally New Series!
8 Awesome Books I am Stoked to Read in 2022
Here's a list of the top ten books I want to read (or finish reading) in 2022: The Lyrics by Paul McCartneyThis two-volume book contains the lyrics to all of Paul McCartney songs (written solo or collaboratively) and the stories behind each.Rule of Wolves by Leigh BardugoThis book is the second in a duology, all… Continue reading 8 Awesome Books I am Stoked to Read in 2022
Books I Read in 2021
Happy New Year's Eve -- celebrate safely and responsibly. Me? I'll be staying in and reading probably, thanks. Speaking of... Here is a list of books I read this year: The Midnight Library by Matt HaigAnxious People by Fredrik BackmanFull Time Author by Eileen CookBuild Better Characters by Eileen CookThe Queen's Gambit by Walter TevisStrategic… Continue reading Books I Read in 2021
Author Interview With the Avon Lake Public Library
Hi! As you may have known, I did an interview back in June. It was about my books and my writing and, oh, everything writerly. If you missed out on the live Zoom session, it was recorded and has recently been uploaded to YouTube. Come watch me have a bit of fun! AUTHOR INTERVIEW There… Continue reading Author Interview With the Avon Lake Public Library
Four Fantastic Reasons You Should Read More Fantasy Novels
If you are a regular on this blog, you might know that fantasy is my favorite genre. But it would be foolish of me to assume it’s yours as well. I do blog about other things, to be sure, and have written in other genres (CIRCUS IN A SHOT GLASS, woot!) Now, I’m going to… Continue reading Four Fantastic Reasons You Should Read More Fantasy Novels
Happy Valentine’s Day
Is there someone special in your life that you plan on showering with gifts and attention? I have TWO someones! and They'll get lots of love...but, alas, no treats. They upset Cricket's tummy. But if I have a secret admirer out there, please feel free to send books! HAHAHAHAHAHA! Or you could leave a review… Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day
Pre-orders and a New Bio
There are only eleven days until HOLES IN THE VEIL releases, so be sure to get your order in—if you want pre-order incentives, that is. More about that here. Today I just wanted to share my new long bio that I wrote for Flame Tree. It’s exactly 300 words long—at least, according to my word… Continue reading Pre-orders and a New Bio
2021 Goals and 2020 in Hindsight
In 2019, there was a meme going around that said something similar to the following: 1720 – There was a plague1820 – There was a plague1920 – Also plague2020 – Are you ready? It was meant as a joke. No one’s laughing now. This year’s New Year meme is a bit sadder but wiser and… Continue reading 2021 Goals and 2020 in Hindsight
Tea Review
I tried some Bird & Blend teas a few weeks ago: Tea and Toast, Eton Mess, and Hot Buttered Rum. A review: Tea and Toast needs around two teaspoons steeped for four to five minutes. Too long and it becomes bitter. Not long enough and you can hardly taste it. While it does not taste… Continue reading Tea Review
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