Bart "J.B." Hopkins's Blog, page 10
January 7, 2022
Alabama Skye
“Callum was dead. There was no arguing this point and no forgetting it, either.” Those are the opening words of J.C. Wing’s Alabama Skye; I was immediately intrigued, and wanted to know more. The novel blends the people and cultures of two unlikely places: Scotland and Alabama. The result is a charming story, which strangely …
Judging A Book By Its Cover
A few months ago I attended a small writing workshop in Georgia. The speaker was very good, and I had a good time, as I knew I would … How can a writer not have a good time talking about writing with other writers? Naturally, I brought along one of my books to give to …
Book Reviews Part 3
Writing reviews and using reviews to buy books What elements do I think should be in a review? What doesn’t need to be in a review? No Spoilers! How can I make a decision when I am buying a book?
Top Ten: Books
For some reason, I get hung up on creating Top Ten lists. Books, movies, and music are 10. 9. 8. 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. It by Stephen King Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
December 17, 2021
Big Mac, Please
An interesting statement, which was made in the context of discussing the rise in terrorism in recent decades. I am very much guilty of indulging in soda and fast food, especially in this world that keeps us so busy, but that’s a threat that I take on knowingly … terrorist attacks are not a choice …
December 12, 2021
New Covers
For all of you authors and publishers out there, I’ve got some great pre-made covers. You can buy direct through me or at The Book Cover Designer where you can also see more of my work.
December 11, 2021
Morning
It’s 8:33 am on a Saturday morning in December of 2021. I’m awake before the rest of my family. I’m doing some chores, but I am also creating. One of those fine points of my existence is the need to be creative. It adds a dimension to my soul and well-being that’s hard to describe. …
November 19, 2021
The Mechanics read by Drew Blood
One of my author friends, a good dude by the name of Geoff Sturtevant, got me connected with the folks at Chilling Tales for Dark Nights, and three weeks ago Drew Blood narrated one of my stories. First of all, Drew Blood is dynamite. His performance took my story to another level. If you’re more …
September 19, 2021
The Mechanics read by Drew Blood
One of my author friends, a good dude by the name of Geoff Sturtevant, got me connected with the folks at Chilling Tales for Dark Nights, and three weeks ago Drew Blood narrated one of my stories. First of all, Drew Blood is dynamite. His performance took my story to another level. If you’re more …
