How do you feel about reminders, whether they’re sent via email, text, or voicemail? I at least tolerate them. After all, if I’m super-swamped with the to-dos, it’s nice to have someone remind me of an appointment or opportunity I don’t want to forget. That said, here’s a reminder of several opportunities. One is theContinue reading “Reminders, Reminders, Reminders”
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Coming Soon: On Hidden Wings by Adare Elyse
Mark your calendars! In two weeks, the middle grade novel On Hidden Wings, written by Adare Elyse, will be released. What is this book about? Here’s Adare’s blurb: First rule: hide your true self. Becka’s secret endangers her life. She’s a winged Centaur in a kingdom now systematically hunting all non-Humans to enslave them—or worse.Continue reading “Coming Soon: On Hidden Wings by Adare Elyse”
What Does Your Dream Land Look Like?
How would your dream home—or even bigger, your dream homeland—look like? You may have remembered the post I wrote about my imaginary mansion. Here’s the post if you haven’t seen it. But you know, I were to describe my dream land…well, for starters, it would include my own dog sled team, and I can zoomContinue reading “What Does Your Dream Land Look Like?”
Beta Readers Needed!
A big announcement for all you young adult readers: My author pal Andrea J. Graham is looking for beta readers for her speculative fiction novel The Years Eaten: Changeling Restrainers Book 1. She needs constructive input on this book to make the changes needed to have the story be superb. (These pictures from Andrea’s websiteContinue reading “Beta Readers Needed!”
Food For Thought
The following is insight from Lorene M.’s blog “Writing about…Writing.” Do you agree with this? I do.
Ideas on Improving Your Story, With Jessi L. Roberts
What do you think makes a great book? Do you think you need to improve your story some? Science fiction author Jessi L. Roberts lists traits of well-written books on her blog. I re-blogged it here. Enjoy! Note: This is one person’s opinion, of course. I personally would forgive a long prologue if the worldContinue reading “Ideas on Improving Your Story, With Jessi L. Roberts”
New Book Review! A Dragon-friendly One.
Remember how I promoted the book When Your Dragon Is Too Big for a Bath? Well, on Jennifer Hallmark’s blog, I have a review on this special story by my author friend C.E. White.
God’s Fireflies
Can God answer prayer in a way that seems magical? Here’s a short story by Kathleen Mincer that shows something like that. Actually, this tale is based on the true story of a young woman who did mission work in Australia. Take a look at this beautiful illustration by Kevin Keele. Read more to watchContinue reading “God’s Fireflies”
Calling for Book Reviewers!
Do you love reading fantasy and sci-fi chapter books geared toward ages 8 to 12? Jennifer Hallmark, my partner-in-crime in reviewing books, is looking for more book reviewers for her blog “Off the Beaten Track.” She’s interested in fantasy and sci-fi readers who’ll review, from a Christian point-of-view, middle grade novels. These readers are onlyContinue reading “Calling for Book Reviewers!”
Book Review: Lavanauts
Here’s a review I wrote on Amy Shook’s book Lavanauts: Hot Lava Pirates and Sharks. Kindergarteners through second graders will love going on this lava-faring adventure. The review is featured on Jennifer Hallmark’s blog. Enjoy!
K.A. Ramstad 