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18 Books with a Jewish Voice
Posted on December 1, 2020 Leave a Comment
With Hanukkah fast approaching, I’ve assembled a list of my most recommended books, with a Jewish voice, as a gift guide for the book lover in your life. This list contains a wide variety of genres, including mystery/thriller, romance, historical fiction, and non-fiction. Enjoy! This page contains affiliate links. This means for any purchase made, […]
10 Children’s Books for Hanukkah
Posted on November 25, 2020 Leave a Comment
Hanukkah is only about two weeks away! What better time to add to your child or grandchild’s library and pass along the story and traditions of the holiday? I’ve assembled a list of 10 suggestions to do just that, including one for interfaith families. Enjoy! This page contains affiliate links. This meas for any purchase […]
November Book Review Wrap Up
Posted on November 25, 2020 Leave a Comment
So many books, so little time! I am an avid reader and love to share recommendations with fellow readers. My choice in books tend to vary by my mood but some of my favorites are mystery, suspense, thriller, and humor. Get my reviews direct to your inbox every Wednesday and check back here for monthly […]
[Book Review] Dream Dancer by S. J. Schwaidelson
Posted on November 25, 2020 Leave a Comment
By S. J. Schwaidelson Leah Fine is an Anthropology student from Minnesota, recording the rituals of an ancient civilization in Peru. A year studying their culture and rites carries a deeper meaning for Leah and, on returning home to Minnesota, to continue her studies, she finds she’s left something of herself behind. Tan, a member […]
What to Blog About Before Your Book is Published
Posted on November 24, 2020 Leave a Comment
Congratulations on your new book! Maybe it’s complete, maybe it’s a work in progress. No matter what phase you’re in, you’re probably wondering what you should be sharing with potential readers to get them excited about reading it. Hopefully, by now, you’ve also established your writing platform. If not, what are you waiting for? An […]
Reedsy Prompt Shortlists “What Is Your Emergency”
Posted on November 23, 2020 Leave a Comment
Welcome reader! I am pleased to announce “What Is Your Emergency” was shortlisted out of 893 entries in Reedsy Prompt, Contest 67: The Great Escape. The story is based on the writing prompt: write a thriller about someone who witnesses a murder…except there’s no evidence a murder has taken place. This is my seventh entry […]
Questions for Great Nonfiction Book Club Discussion
Posted on November 18, 2020 2 Comments
Is your book club reading a nonfiction selection? Not sure how to facilitate a meaningful discussion with nonfiction? As it is currently, “Nonfiction November”, I’ve put together a list of questions for a book club discussion of a nonfiction book. Download a printable copy for your next club meeting. Discussion Questions for Nonfiction 1. What […]
Book Review- Hip Set by Michael Fertik
Posted on November 18, 2020 Leave a Comment
By Michael Fertik Oscar Orleans is a refugee, living in Israel, serving as a liaison to fellow African refugees, living in a slum of Tel Aviv. Orleans is called in by his friend, Inspector Kobi Sambinsky, of the Asylum unit with the Israeli police, to assist when a young man, from South Sudan, is found […]
Reader’s Favorite Gives The Package, A Novella 5 Stars Again!
Posted on November 17, 2020 Leave a Comment
Early reviews are coming in for The Package, A Novella. I am honored to receive a second five star review from Readers’ Favorite. From Readers’ Favorite The Package: A Novella by Heidi Slowinski is a short read packed with mystery and excitement. Noa, a travel blogger with plenty of initiative, purchases a jacket from a […]
Featured Short Story: What Is Your Emergency
Posted on November 16, 2020 Leave a Comment
Welcome reader! This week, I’m featuring a short story I recently submitted to Reedsy Prompt, Contest 67: The Great Escape. “What Is Your Emergency” is based on the writing prompt: write a thriller about someone who witnesses a murder…except there’s no evidence a murder has taken place. What Is Your Emergency “911, what is your […]
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