Reviews + Articles
Blue Marlin by Lee Smith
Dimestore: A Writer's Life was Lee Smith's first nonfiction title. Somewhere, I have a copy that I haven't read yet. But, when I heard Judy Blume recommend Smith's novella Blue Marlin, I immediately ordered the book. It may be a small book, but Smith's note at...
Margaret Lucke, Guest Author
What a pleasure! I love it when an author writes a guest post about libraries. I think you'll enjoy Margaret Lucke's piece. Let me introduce you to the author of the Claire Scanlan Haunted House books. Margaret Lucke flings words around in the San Francisco Bay Area....
Once You Go This Far by Kristen Lepionka
I like Kristen Lepionka's mysteries featuring PI Roxane Weary for several reasons. The Columbus, Ohio setting always draws me in. But, Roxane herself is the biggest draw. She's a complex character with flaws and personal issues. But, she tries. She really tries to...
Sandie Herron Reviews: The Murder Stone by Charles Todd
I'm on a weekend binge of reading for reviews right now, so I turned to Sandie Herron for help. This is a review of a book, instead of an audiobook, so it's not one of the "Have You Heard" pieces. Today, Sandie reviews a standalone by Charles Todd. I'm sure most of...
Winners and Give Me a B Giveaway
Congratulations to the winners of the last contest. Dianne O. from Oak Park, IL won And Then There Were Crumbs. Cobblered to Death is going to our first winner from Alaska, Pam M. at JBER, AK. The books are going out in the mail today. The authors this week have last...
What Are You Reading?
First, how are you doing this week? What's happening in your state? Is it mandatory you wear a mask in your state or community? Please stay safe. I want all of us in this book circle to be here every week. I can tell you what is next on my pile, but I haven't started...