29 Oct

Review of On Writing and Worldbuilding: Volume III by Timothy Hickson As a book blogger, I’ve waded through countless writing guides, but I often find them too steeped in abstract concepts or riddled with vague platitudes. So, when I came across On Writing and Worldbuilding: Volume III by Timothy Hickson, I felt a spark of excitement. At its core, this series speaks directly to the aspiring writer in all of us, grounding its wisdom in clear, practical advice. As a fan of sci-fi and fantasy, I was eager to...

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28 Oct

Book Review: The Bookshop Mysteries: A Bitter Pill by S.A. Reeves As an avid lover of cozy mysteries and all things literary, I was immediately drawn to the premise of A Bitter Pill. Set in a charming bookshop nestled in the quaint town of Derbyshire, this novel by S.A. Reeves not only promised an engaging mystery but also the delightful addition of books within books—a concept I can't resist! With glowing reviews and a handful of literary accolades already under its belt, I was eager to dive into Gemma...

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28 Oct

Review of This Was Never About Basketball (The Zeke Archer Basketball Trilogy) by Craig Leener From the moment I stumbled upon Craig Leener’s This Was Never About Basketball, I was intrigued. The title alone piqued my curiosity—how could a book centered around basketball promise to be about more than just the game? As someone who often finds sports novels outside their comfort zone, I took a leap of faith, and boy, was I rewarded for it. At its heart, this coming-of-age tale follows Ezekiel “Zeke” Archer, an ambitious 17-year-old basketball...

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28 Oct

Unpacking Writing About Writing: A Personal Journey When I first picked up Writing About Writing by Elizabeth Wardle and Doug Downs, I felt a blend of excitement and trepidation. As someone who has always loved the craft of writing yet grappled with its complexities, the idea of delving into “threshold concepts” that could potentially sharpen my skills seemed almost too good to be true. Little did I know, this guide would become a cornerstone in my journey toward better writing. At a hefty 736 pages, Writing About Writing is no...

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