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February 23, 2020
New Youtube Video: The Farm At Walnut Creek Part 1
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/PkBJmuVMqXY
Description:
This week I am taking you on a three part journey to the Farm at Walnut Creek, located in Holmes County, Ohio, which is the heart of Amish Country. I filmed this over the summer and thought I would share it to break away from the winter blues. Sadly, though it was dark and raining on this day, but, yeah, here we go.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
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Link: https://youtu.be/PkBJmuVMqXY
Description:
This week I am taking you on a three part journey to the Farm at Walnut Creek, located in Holmes County, Ohio, which is the heart of Amish Country. I filmed this over the summer and thought I would share it to break away from the winter blues. Sadly, though it was dark and raining on this day, but, yeah, here we go.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
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February 22, 2020
New Youtube Video: Fair is Foul Book Preview
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/Pps8sVAYDFo
Description:
This week I am teaming up with Wednesday Books to bring you a book preview of Fair is Foul by Hannah Capin!
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My Thoughts:
Book: Foul Is Fair
Author: Hannah Capin
Rating: 5 Out of 5 Stars
I would like to thank the publisher, Wednesday Books, for being so kind as to think of me by sending me this ARC. I was sent this ARC because I loved Sadie by Country Summer. I must say that this was very much like Sadie and I enjoyed it just as much.
Now, if you are looking for a revenge book, then this is for you. Jade and her friends go to this party, where Jade is raped by the golden boys of St. Andrews. Rather than let this define her-okay, she kind of does-she decides to get revenge on the boys. This is the part that gets kind of ugly. Think of it being Pretty Little Liars where your main character is the A Team. Yeah, that’s what we’ve got going on here.
Jade is one of those main characters who is going to stand out in the YA world. She’s strong, fierce, and deadly. She doesn’t let anyone mess with her. Not only that, but she can get people to do whatever she wants. Look at her coven and Mack….They will do anything for her, even if it means ruining their lives.
The golden boys of St. Andrews think they are untouchable and can get away with anything. Sadly, this is true with so many boys who have been put on a pedestal because they are good at sports. They drug a girl, Jade, and rape her. What’s most sickening is they think it’s okay. Plus, if Jade had reported them, they would have just batted their eyes and everything would had been okay. This happen in real life. So, Jade takes care of the problem and gets her revenge.
This entire book is action packed and violent until the end. I love how Hannah brings Jade’s pain to life and how we do feel sorry for her. I love that even though Jade is the victim, we get to see her gain so much strength through what has happened to her. If this was to actually happen in real life, I think boys would think twice before they take advantage of a girl.
This book does have a lot of trigger warnings: rape, drugs, drinking, murder…Just to name a few. Therefore, I do not recommend this book to younger teens or people who are sensitive to this content. This is a very important book to read and to have a discussion about with teens. There’s not enough out there on the subject of rape that doesn’t glorify it.
This book comes out on February 4, 2020. So, yeah, it’s a little bit away.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
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Link: https://youtu.be/Pps8sVAYDFo
Description:
This week I am teaming up with Wednesday Books to bring you a book preview of Fair is Foul by Hannah Capin!
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
Book: Foul Is Fair
Author: Hannah Capin
Rating: 5 Out of 5 Stars
I would like to thank the publisher, Wednesday Books, for being so kind as to think of me by sending me this ARC. I was sent this ARC because I loved Sadie by Country Summer. I must say that this was very much like Sadie and I enjoyed it just as much.
Now, if you are looking for a revenge book, then this is for you. Jade and her friends go to this party, where Jade is raped by the golden boys of St. Andrews. Rather than let this define her-okay, she kind of does-she decides to get revenge on the boys. This is the part that gets kind of ugly. Think of it being Pretty Little Liars where your main character is the A Team. Yeah, that’s what we’ve got going on here.
Jade is one of those main characters who is going to stand out in the YA world. She’s strong, fierce, and deadly. She doesn’t let anyone mess with her. Not only that, but she can get people to do whatever she wants. Look at her coven and Mack….They will do anything for her, even if it means ruining their lives.
The golden boys of St. Andrews think they are untouchable and can get away with anything. Sadly, this is true with so many boys who have been put on a pedestal because they are good at sports. They drug a girl, Jade, and rape her. What’s most sickening is they think it’s okay. Plus, if Jade had reported them, they would have just batted their eyes and everything would had been okay. This happen in real life. So, Jade takes care of the problem and gets her revenge.
This entire book is action packed and violent until the end. I love how Hannah brings Jade’s pain to life and how we do feel sorry for her. I love that even though Jade is the victim, we get to see her gain so much strength through what has happened to her. If this was to actually happen in real life, I think boys would think twice before they take advantage of a girl.
This book does have a lot of trigger warnings: rape, drugs, drinking, murder…Just to name a few. Therefore, I do not recommend this book to younger teens or people who are sensitive to this content. This is a very important book to read and to have a discussion about with teens. There’s not enough out there on the subject of rape that doesn’t glorify it.
This book comes out on February 4, 2020. So, yeah, it’s a little bit away.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
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February 1, 2020
Winter Sale 2020!
Hello everyone! It's dark and wet out so let's have a sale! I'm excited to announce that my books are free on Smashwords until February 7, 2020. Just use the code KW26R at check out.
Also, all items in my teacherspayteachers store are going to be 20% off on February 4 and 5 2020.
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Serena
Also, all items in my teacherspayteachers store are going to be 20% off on February 4 and 5 2020.
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Serena
January 19, 2020
New Youtube Video: Vlog: Come To Seven Springs With Me
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/RigbQWz7bfo
Description:
This week I am changing it up a bit. I took a trip to Seven Springs, Pennsylvania and you are coming with me! It was a dark and wet day, but still a good one. They don’t have everything open yet, because it’s been so warm here. It was in the 70s a week ago, which is unheard here. Anyway, let’s take a little trip.
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Link: https://youtu.be/RigbQWz7bfo
Description:
This week I am changing it up a bit. I took a trip to Seven Springs, Pennsylvania and you are coming with me! It was a dark and wet day, but still a good one. They don’t have everything open yet, because it’s been so warm here. It was in the 70s a week ago, which is unheard here. Anyway, let’s take a little trip.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
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Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
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January 4, 2020
New Youtube Video: New Year Book Tag 2020
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/8QEwL2FlKJU
Description:
This week I am doing the New Year Book Tag. Note: Titles mentioned in this video are not suitable for children under the age of thirteen (or really any thirteen year old).
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
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My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
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Link: https://youtu.be/8QEwL2FlKJU
Description:
This week I am doing the New Year Book Tag. Note: Titles mentioned in this video are not suitable for children under the age of thirteen (or really any thirteen year old).
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
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December 27, 2019
Good Girls Lie Sneak Peek
Hello all! Today I am super excited to be teaming up with Mira Books to bring you a little sneak peek of Good Girls Lie by JT Ellison. This gripping thriller has all the Pretty Little Liar vibes you love, plus a little bit of boarding school secrets-okay, maybe just a little bit. Even though this reads like a young adult and has high school age characters, I recommend this title for older readers. Some of the content is not suitable for younger readers.
Anyway, this title will be released on December 30, 2019.
Just follow the link below to read the sneak peek.
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Anyway, this title will be released on December 30, 2019.
Just follow the link below to read the sneak peek.
Link: https://serenastone.livejournal.com/1...
December 23, 2019
Smashwords Sale!
Hello everyone!
My books are going to be free on Smashwords from December 25, 2019 to January 2, 2020. Just follow the link below to check them out!
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Happy Holidays!
Serena
My books are going to be free on Smashwords from December 25, 2019 to January 2, 2020. Just follow the link below to check them out!
Link: https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...
Happy Holidays!
Serena
December 21, 2019
New Youtube Video: Vlog: Come Christmas Shopping With Me
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/9CtJpx5Q4Ho
Description:
This week I am bringing you to the mall with me. Plus, we’re going to do a little Harry Potter unboxing.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
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My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
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Link: https://youtu.be/9CtJpx5Q4Ho
Description:
This week I am bringing you to the mall with me. Plus, we’re going to do a little Harry Potter unboxing.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
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December 20, 2019
The Kill Club Sneak Peek
Hello everyone! This week I am teaming up with Mira Books to bring you an exciting new title, The Kill Club by Wendy Heard. My friends at Mira Books were kind enough to send me a sneak peek of the book to share with you. This is a thriller with all kinds of twists and turns that will leave you guessing right until the end. If you are a fan of thrillers, I strongly encourage you to pick up with amazing title, which came out on December 17, 2019.
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December 14, 2019
New Youtube Video: Nameless Queen Book Preview
New Youtube Video:
Link: https://youtu.be/YThSkuHnkdI
Description:
This week I am teaming up with Crown Books for Young Readers to bring you a book preview of Nameless Queen by Rebecca McLaughlin. This title is NOT appropriate for younger readers.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
Book: Nameless Queen
Author: Rebecca McLaughlin
Rating: 4 Out of 5 Stars
I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher, Crown Books for Young Readers, for providing me with this ARC.
I really did enjoy this book. The characters and the world were just amazing. I love the mixture of the fantasy and dystopian elements. It just made for such as amazing vibe-think of the world of Red Queen. I don’t know what it is about this mix that always pulls me in. I know both genres are close, but there just is something about them being mixed together. Plus, the idea of rags to riches is just one of my favourite things in book. The whole street rat who is actually royalty troop is something that never gets old for me.
Coin is our lead character. I love how she stays true to her character throughout the whole book. She is strong and caring, but flawed. I love how she will do anything for those she cares about and how she stands up for what she thinks is right-even though she has been named queen. I just love it whenever characters are placed into different situations, but still manage to keep themselves pretty level headed.
Hat, though, was probably my favourite characters in the book. She remained me so much of Primm. She’s sweet and innocent. She is kind, but she is strong in her own way. It’s not the same kind of strength of Coin, but it’s there. It’s more of an innocent kind of strong.
The world building is great. Like I said earlier, there is just something about the mix of fantasy and science fiction that just makes it really difficult for me to put it down. This is a world were some people have a name and some don’t. This leads to a class divide and a social ranking. I know, I know, a lot of you are rolling your eyes at this plot. However, I will always have a soft place for this.
What really made me drop a star off the book was the fact that the ending was really rushed. It felt like for a long time that there was going to be a second book, but we ended up with a really rushed ending. I really wish that the author had taken more time to flesh the story out in this first book, then made it a trilogy or something. Trust me, there is enough in this book to carry a series.
Anyway, this book comes out on January 7, 2020. I’ll be making a Youtube video on this very shortly.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
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Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
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Link: https://youtu.be/YThSkuHnkdI
Description:
This week I am teaming up with Crown Books for Young Readers to bring you a book preview of Nameless Queen by Rebecca McLaughlin. This title is NOT appropriate for younger readers.
Book Previews Coming Soon: More to be added! Check back for these videos!
Subscribe, like, comment…You know what to do. Let me know what you want to see and I will try to make it happen.
My Thoughts:
Book: Nameless Queen
Author: Rebecca McLaughlin
Rating: 4 Out of 5 Stars
I would like to thank Netgalley and the publisher, Crown Books for Young Readers, for providing me with this ARC.
I really did enjoy this book. The characters and the world were just amazing. I love the mixture of the fantasy and dystopian elements. It just made for such as amazing vibe-think of the world of Red Queen. I don’t know what it is about this mix that always pulls me in. I know both genres are close, but there just is something about them being mixed together. Plus, the idea of rags to riches is just one of my favourite things in book. The whole street rat who is actually royalty troop is something that never gets old for me.
Coin is our lead character. I love how she stays true to her character throughout the whole book. She is strong and caring, but flawed. I love how she will do anything for those she cares about and how she stands up for what she thinks is right-even though she has been named queen. I just love it whenever characters are placed into different situations, but still manage to keep themselves pretty level headed.
Hat, though, was probably my favourite characters in the book. She remained me so much of Primm. She’s sweet and innocent. She is kind, but she is strong in her own way. It’s not the same kind of strength of Coin, but it’s there. It’s more of an innocent kind of strong.
The world building is great. Like I said earlier, there is just something about the mix of fantasy and science fiction that just makes it really difficult for me to put it down. This is a world were some people have a name and some don’t. This leads to a class divide and a social ranking. I know, I know, a lot of you are rolling your eyes at this plot. However, I will always have a soft place for this.
What really made me drop a star off the book was the fact that the ending was really rushed. It felt like for a long time that there was going to be a second book, but we ended up with a really rushed ending. I really wish that the author had taken more time to flesh the story out in this first book, then made it a trilogy or something. Trust me, there is enough in this book to carry a series.
Anyway, this book comes out on January 7, 2020. I’ll be making a Youtube video on this very shortly.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
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