How is it almost April?
The rainy spring days are here. Thanks, to a bunch of talented authors, I am now 3 books ahead on my Goodreads schedule. I still have my 80% badge for Netgalley and LibraryThing is sending me some Early Reviewers to read.
My list of 'To Read' is rapidly growing and I am pretty enthusiastic about it. Yes! I often stay up late to finish a read. It will be exciting to see how April goes. I have been invited to be part of a blog tour and have scheduled some author interviews.
If you want to know more about how March went, grab a book, head to your favorite comfy place, and keep reading.
MARCH READS
ADULT RI
Minus a few calculated pages in the first chapter, I was thrilled with this speculative sci-fi adventure. The characters are memorable, the setting amazing, and the writing superb. The book is propelled by a plot that is visionary and achingly human and a glorious thing happens - we realize that the information that challenges our passions and opinions travels through space and time.
Rags to Rags, Cas Amato
I found this to be an impressive and amusing autobiography that conjures up images of the places and times it relates to. And all of this comes from someone who coins himself an ordinary bloke.
This is fun, don't take life too seriously - read, it with a scad of silly similes and an overall great message. Sometimes in life, you'll meet a doofus who thinks they are smarter than everyone else. In this case - Vic is - and it's twice as bad.
AndroDigm Park 2067, J.M.J. Williamson.
I laughed aloud through a portion of this book. The author takes risks in this gritty noir and uses humor and a great deal of EXAGGERATION.
The Never Dawn, R.E. Palmer
This is an exciting read. I appreciate it that the writer creates a kind of distance - with definite flashbacks - allowing the story to build through cycles of some small crescendos before the reveal.
The Stolen Generation, N.A. Le Brun
AndroDigm Park 2067, J.M.J. Williamson.
I laughed aloud through a portion of this book. The author takes risks in this gritty noir and uses humor and a great deal of EXAGGERATION.
The Never Dawn, R.E. Palmer
This is an exciting read. I appreciate it that the writer creates a kind of distance - with definite flashbacks - allowing the story to build through cycles of some small crescendos before the reveal.
The Stolen Generation, N.A. Le Brun
This is an excellent dystopian novel by a creatively gifted writer. I love the passage where she writes, 'It was an odd experience walking from a white almost ethereal world into darkness'.
Things You Can't Un-see: essays, Sarahbeth Caplin
In this collection, Sarahbeth is straightforward. She provides a reflective analysis that readers can draw upon. She engages us by showing her vulnerability and her strength. More importantly, she affords us an opportunity to become self-aware. We think about how we might handle our own relationship complications, moral dilemmas, loss, or abuse. We leave this read empowered - with a, "Looking back. Now I see," attitude.
The Road Ahead, Hali C. Broncucia
This achingly lovely post-apocalyptic read is from an intelligent and gifted author who excels in combining the what-ifs of our imagination with the characters we view - making all seem suspicious.
Heart Fever, Bob Van Laerhoven
These short stories seem to be a darkly symbolic lesson of our perception of spatial representations. Like a series of sub-maps of observational learning.
Kat's RATS: The Declassified History of World War II, Michael Beals
Kat's a firm believer and has been taught to never outsmart your common sense because some things worth dying for are worth living for.
Life Around the World, Anita Martinez Beijer
This was an enjoyable read and I feel this book will inspire many to create their own haven.
The Road to Vermilion Lake, Vic Cavalli
In this read there is destruction, rebuilding, personal growth and a look at relationship dynamics that transcends more than just moans of pleasure and teaches us not only that hope is highly influential but that we can choose to be reverently dedicated to one another.
Purrfection How to Achieve Balance and Happiness Through Your Cat
Sophie Macheteau
Purrfection offers a great deal of insight into cats. It starts out with an overview of cat history and goes over the superpowers and offers advice on important things such as feeding, brushing and what foods to avoid.
Survivors Club: The True Story of a Very Young Prisoner of Auschwitz Michael Bornstein
This recounting of the young boy, Michael Bornstein, a prisoner for 7 months inside the walls of Auschwitz, is a true testimony to love. At a horrific time, when it was thought that all hope may be abandoned, the healing of the suffering that he endured was because he clung to his faith in the belief he would see his Mother again.
The Life Harley-Davidson, David Holmstrom
The Ghost, The Owl Franco, and Sara Richard
Superclara Robert Martin with Keira Ely
This read describes the diagnosis, treatments, and their effects on the body. It is inspirational, and motivational and has a positive message about attitudes in dealing with disease and the importance of encouragement and support.
Wake Up, Baby Bear! Lynn Plourde and Teri Weidner
I love children's book that educates a child while teaching them about the importance of things in nature as well as friendship and a good sleep.
Ada Lovelace, Big Dreams series, Isabel Sanchez Vegara
This series of books tell short stories about artists, designers and scientists who achieved extraordinary things and each began with a childhood dream.
Good for You, Ladybug! Altan
This colorfully illustrated book should present no difficulty for toddlers.
Animal Babies Charles Fuge
This beautifully illustrated rhyming board book of animal babies by Charles Fuge, is a sweet read and offers great detail and descriptions of their eating habits as well as their motility and environment.
While I was provided this lovely collection for an honest review, it will remain complete, and I will be purchasing another for use.
BOOKSTORE
While traveling, I stopped at
Things You Can't Un-see: essays, Sarahbeth Caplin
In this collection, Sarahbeth is straightforward. She provides a reflective analysis that readers can draw upon. She engages us by showing her vulnerability and her strength. More importantly, she affords us an opportunity to become self-aware. We think about how we might handle our own relationship complications, moral dilemmas, loss, or abuse. We leave this read empowered - with a, "Looking back. Now I see," attitude.
The Road Ahead, Hali C. Broncucia
This achingly lovely post-apocalyptic read is from an intelligent and gifted author who excels in combining the what-ifs of our imagination with the characters we view - making all seem suspicious.
Heart Fever, Bob Van Laerhoven
These short stories seem to be a darkly symbolic lesson of our perception of spatial representations. Like a series of sub-maps of observational learning.
Kat's RATS: The Declassified History of World War II, Michael Beals
Kat's a firm believer and has been taught to never outsmart your common sense because some things worth dying for are worth living for.
Life Around the World, Anita Martinez Beijer
This was an enjoyable read and I feel this book will inspire many to create their own haven.
The Road to Vermilion Lake, Vic CavalliIn this read there is destruction, rebuilding, personal growth and a look at relationship dynamics that transcends more than just moans of pleasure and teaches us not only that hope is highly influential but that we can choose to be reverently dedicated to one another.
Purrfection How to Achieve Balance and Happiness Through Your Cat
Sophie Macheteau
Purrfection offers a great deal of insight into cats. It starts out with an overview of cat history and goes over the superpowers and offers advice on important things such as feeding, brushing and what foods to avoid.
Survivors Club: The True Story of a Very Young Prisoner of Auschwitz Michael BornsteinThis recounting of the young boy, Michael Bornstein, a prisoner for 7 months inside the walls of Auschwitz, is a true testimony to love. At a horrific time, when it was thought that all hope may be abandoned, the healing of the suffering that he endured was because he clung to his faith in the belief he would see his Mother again.
The Life Harley-Davidson, David Holmstrom
But more than the pop -culture movies, such as, The Wild One, Easy Rider, Judgement Day, The Wild Angels or Wild Hogs, this book is truly geared to anyone that enjoys the beauty of the machine or the freedom it provides.
GRAPHIC NOVEL'S IN MARCH
The Ghost, The Owl Franco, and Sara Richard
I love how friendly and not going along with the crowd ( forest animals) is the overwhelming theme.
CHILDREN'S READS IN MARCH
Superclara Robert Martin with Keira Ely
This read describes the diagnosis, treatments, and their effects on the body. It is inspirational, and motivational and has a positive message about attitudes in dealing with disease and the importance of encouragement and support.
Wake Up, Baby Bear! Lynn Plourde and Teri WeidnerI love children's book that educates a child while teaching them about the importance of things in nature as well as friendship and a good sleep.
Ada Lovelace, Big Dreams series, Isabel Sanchez Vegara
This series of books tell short stories about artists, designers and scientists who achieved extraordinary things and each began with a childhood dream.
Good for You, Ladybug! Altan
This colorfully illustrated book should present no difficulty for toddlers.
Animal Babies Charles Fuge
This beautifully illustrated rhyming board book of animal babies by Charles Fuge, is a sweet read and offers great detail and descriptions of their eating habits as well as their motility and environment.
Postcards
Sibley Birds Of Land, Sea, And Sky 50 Postcards David Allen SibleyWhile I was provided this lovely collection for an honest review, it will remain complete, and I will be purchasing another for use.
BOOKSTORE
While traveling, I stopped at