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March 29, 2017

Hollow City | Miss Peregrine #2 | Ransom Riggs | YA | Book Review

HOLLOW CITY | MISS PEREGRINE’S PECULIAR CHILDREN #2 | By Ransom Riggs | | Kindle edition | Released 14 January 2014 | September 3, 1940. Ten peculiar children flee an army of deadly monsters. And only one person can help them—but she’s trapped in the body of a bird. The extraordinary journey that began in Miss Peregrine’s Home … Continue reading Hollow City | Miss Peregrine #2 | Ransom Riggs | YA | Book Review
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Published on March 29, 2017 04:30

January 17, 2017

Authors for Children’s Cancer

When my 9yo daughter was diagnosed with cancer 3 years ago, it was absolutely life-changing. Being confronted with something so awful, and suddenly having no other choice but to fight was the stuff nightmares are made of. It was the type of catalyst that forces a parent to take stock of what is really important. I’ll … Continue reading Authors for Children’s Cancer
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Published on January 17, 2017 05:04

January 11, 2017

Authors for Children’s Cancer

Authors for Children’s Cancer When my 9yo daughter was diagnosed with cancer 3 years ago, it was absolutely life-changing. Being confronted with something so awful, and suddenly having no other choice but to fight was the stuff nightmares are made of. It was the type of catalyst that forces a parent to take stock of what … Continue reading Authors for Children’s Cancer
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Published on January 11, 2017 05:16

January 1, 2017

The Long Road to Overnight Success + Goals for 2017

This time every year is a time for reflection. Looking back at the year before and forward to the promises of the next. When I started writing I had visions of best sellers and earning enough to enhance my lifestyle. The reality is that writing isn’t all about best sellers and cash, it’s more about … Continue reading The Long Road to Overnight Success + Goals for 2017
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Published on January 01, 2017 17:01

December 14, 2016

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | J.K. Rowling | YA | Book Review

FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM | Original screenplay by J.K. Rowling | | Kindle edition | Released 19 November 2016 | When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt’s fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble … Continue reading Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | J.K. Rowling | YA | Book Review
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Published on December 14, 2016 05:30

YA Mini Review | Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | J.K. Rowling

FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM by J.K. Rowling Kindle edition Released 19 November 2016 When Magizoologist Newt Scamander arrives in New York, he intends his stay to be just a brief stopover. However, when his magical case is misplaced and some of Newt’s fantastic beasts escape, it spells trouble for everyone… Inspired by … Continue reading YA Mini Review | Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | J.K. Rowling →
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Published on December 14, 2016 05:30

November 23, 2016

The Kill Order (Maze Runner -1) | James Dashner | YA | Book Review |

 THE KILL ORDER (MAZE RUNNER PREQUEL) | by James Dashner | YA | Dystopia | Thriller | | Kindle edition | Released  7th January 2013 |   Before WICKED was formed, before the Glade was built, before Thomas entered the Maze, sun flares hit the earth and mankind fell to disease. Mark and Trina were there when it happened, … Continue reading The Kill Order (Maze Runner -1) | James Dashner | YA | Book Review |
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Published on November 23, 2016 05:30

YA Mini Review | The Kill Order (Maze Runner -1) | James Dashner

THE KILL ORDER (MAZE RUNNER PREQUEL) by James Dashner Young Adult | Dystopia | Thriller Kindle edition Released  7th January 2013   Before WICKED was formed, before the Glade was built, before Thomas entered the Maze, sun flares hit the earth and mankind fell to disease. Mark and Trina were there when it happened, and … Continue reading YA Mini Review | The Kill Order (Maze Runner -1) | James Dashner →
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Published on November 23, 2016 05:30

November 18, 2016

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | Movie Review

FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM | Movie released 17 November 2016 | | Screenplay by J.K. Rowling | | Directed by David Yates | | Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Ezra Miller, Colin Farrell | The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads … Continue reading Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them | Movie Review
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Published on November 18, 2016 02:28

Movie Review | Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM Movie released 17 November 2016 Screenplay by J.K. Rowling Directed by David Yates Cast: Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Alison Sudol, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Ezra Miller, Colin Farrell. The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. … Continue reading Movie Review | Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them →
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Published on November 18, 2016 02:28