Uvi Poznansky's Blog, page 130
September 29, 2016
The Saga Continues!
Born in Oakland, CA, Kathy Parsons has been an independent piano teacher since early 1981. Kathy lived in the San Francisco Bay Area until mid-2007 when she relocated to Florence, OR (on the central Oregon Coast). She continues to teach locally and via the internet in addition to reviewing many recordings and interviewing artists for her website, MainlyPiano.com, and editing new sheet music. I am so pleased to find her review of my novel, Dancing with Air:
5.0 out of 5 stars The Saga Continues!ByKathy ParsonsTOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE VOICEon September 28, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
"Dancing With Air" is the fourth installment of the "Still Life With Memories" series by Uvi Poznansky. The series chronicles the lives of Lenny, Natasha, and their son over a period of several decades. What is different about this series is that you can read each volume in any order you choose. Each book is self-contained and you don't have to have read any of the previous volumes to understand what is going on. Actually, Volume 1 and 2 ("Apart From Love") is the most recent period of the characters' lives (so far) and then the subsequent volumes have given more of a backstory. This volume is set mostly in WWII with Lenny in the Marines and Natasha getting her performing career as a pianist going (along with her "stage mom" mother). It is something of a historical novel and expresses the hopes, fears, joys, and doubts of new love in a time of war. The characters are very believable and human, and the story itself is both heartfelt and universal. I understand that Volume 5 is in the works, so that should add even more dimension to these well-thought-out characters. This is a very well-written series and I recommend it.
The author provided me with an eBook of "Dancing With Air" in exchange for an honest review, which this is.
5.0 out of 5 stars The Saga Continues!ByKathy ParsonsTOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE VOICEon September 28, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
"Dancing With Air" is the fourth installment of the "Still Life With Memories" series by Uvi Poznansky. The series chronicles the lives of Lenny, Natasha, and their son over a period of several decades. What is different about this series is that you can read each volume in any order you choose. Each book is self-contained and you don't have to have read any of the previous volumes to understand what is going on. Actually, Volume 1 and 2 ("Apart From Love") is the most recent period of the characters' lives (so far) and then the subsequent volumes have given more of a backstory. This volume is set mostly in WWII with Lenny in the Marines and Natasha getting her performing career as a pianist going (along with her "stage mom" mother). It is something of a historical novel and expresses the hopes, fears, joys, and doubts of new love in a time of war. The characters are very believable and human, and the story itself is both heartfelt and universal. I understand that Volume 5 is in the works, so that should add even more dimension to these well-thought-out characters. This is a very well-written series and I recommend it.The author provided me with an eBook of "Dancing With Air" in exchange for an honest review, which this is.
September 28, 2016
She can't put it down
A short and sweet review. Love it:
5.0 out of 5 stars Five StarsByChristina M Castroon September 27, 2016Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Twisted (Paperback)
This was purchased for my Mom for her birthday. She really likes this book. She can't put it down.
5.0 out of 5 stars Five StarsByChristina M Castroon September 27, 2016Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Twisted (Paperback)
This was purchased for my Mom for her birthday. She really likes this book. She can't put it down.
Where do you get all that energy and passion?
Jan Romes, a wonderful author of romance and women's fiction, invited me to for an interview on her blog. Among other things, she asked me, Where do you get all that energy and passion? To which I said,
Lol... The simple answer is, I don’t know. I truly enjoy applying everything in me for every task I do, be it writing, creating art, designing my own covers, creating teams around projects such as A Touch of Passion or my newest boxed set, Love in Times of War. I find that when I give it my all, others who take part in my projects are inspired to do the same--and that holds true for my audiobook narrators, for authors who take part in my Facebook events, and for authors in my boxed set. Energy is contagious.
Every day, I am doing the best I can to keep up with the changing landscape of book publishing, learning new tools, reading about different ways to reach out to readers. Why? because of my characters. Having sprung from my mind onto the page, they might die there, pressed between the front and back covers–unless I make it possible for them to spring from the page into your mind.
Want to read more? Check it out here:
Jan's Blog
Lol... The simple answer is, I don’t know. I truly enjoy applying everything in me for every task I do, be it writing, creating art, designing my own covers, creating teams around projects such as A Touch of Passion or my newest boxed set, Love in Times of War. I find that when I give it my all, others who take part in my projects are inspired to do the same--and that holds true for my audiobook narrators, for authors who take part in my Facebook events, and for authors in my boxed set. Energy is contagious.
Every day, I am doing the best I can to keep up with the changing landscape of book publishing, learning new tools, reading about different ways to reach out to readers. Why? because of my characters. Having sprung from my mind onto the page, they might die there, pressed between the front and back covers–unless I make it possible for them to spring from the page into your mind.
Want to read more? Check it out here:
Jan's Blog
September 26, 2016
You will love Dancing With Air. I know I did
Colleen Chesebro is an author, reviewer, and blogger. I am thrilled that she read my romance novel, Dancing with Air, and reviewed it on her illustrious blog, Silver Threading, as well as on Amazon. This is what she said:
5.0 out of 5 stars ... of Uvi Poznansky and I must say I was delighted. Dancing With Air is a poignant tale of ...ByColleen Chesebroon September 26, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
*The author provided me with a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review which follows*
This was my first introduction to the writings of Uvi Poznansky and I must say I was delighted. Dancing With Air is a poignant tale of love which begins during World War II between Lenny and Natasha. Most of the story covers their life in England, East Anglia, which held significance to me as I had been stationed there myself in the early 1980’s. The descriptions were superb and in my mind’s eye, I saw the white cliffs of Dover through the words on the page.
What I liked most about the book is the retelling of their memories, mostly by Lenny. The entire story is shadowed by a tragic illness that has Natasha in its grips. The reader feels Lenny’s pain at the possibility of losing his beloved wife. Seldom have I read such a depth of emotion portrayed by both characters. I found it easy to become wrapped up in the events that happened in the past and the present. I shed many tears, some in joy, and some in sorrow.
The fact that this book was the fourth in the series did not matter, other than the fact that I now want to read the complete series. I must add another feature of the story I really enjoyed. Uvi Poznansky threaded the lyrics of songs throughout the novel, which given the time frame, was a huge part of life during World War II. We’re so used to our world of immediate social media connections that we forget how people really bonded back then. For me, the songs added the “ring of truth,” to their romantic memories. Those songs connected both characters and allowed the reader a peek into their romance and the love that blossomed from it.
I read this novel quickly because it was the kind of story that drew me into the lives of the characters. Lenny’s story of his time in the Marines is filled with mystery and intrigue. Natasha leads the life of a concert pianist on tour in Europe. Their joining as partners in life is what will touch you the most. If you love romance novels with a touch of history and realism, you will love Dancing With Air. I know I did.
My Rating:
Character Believability: 5
Flow and Pace: 5
Reader Engagement: 5
Reader Enrichment: 5
Reader Enjoyment: 5
Overall Rate: 5 out of 5 stars
5.0 out of 5 stars ... of Uvi Poznansky and I must say I was delighted. Dancing With Air is a poignant tale of ...ByColleen Chesebroon September 26, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
*The author provided me with a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review which follows*This was my first introduction to the writings of Uvi Poznansky and I must say I was delighted. Dancing With Air is a poignant tale of love which begins during World War II between Lenny and Natasha. Most of the story covers their life in England, East Anglia, which held significance to me as I had been stationed there myself in the early 1980’s. The descriptions were superb and in my mind’s eye, I saw the white cliffs of Dover through the words on the page.
What I liked most about the book is the retelling of their memories, mostly by Lenny. The entire story is shadowed by a tragic illness that has Natasha in its grips. The reader feels Lenny’s pain at the possibility of losing his beloved wife. Seldom have I read such a depth of emotion portrayed by both characters. I found it easy to become wrapped up in the events that happened in the past and the present. I shed many tears, some in joy, and some in sorrow.
The fact that this book was the fourth in the series did not matter, other than the fact that I now want to read the complete series. I must add another feature of the story I really enjoyed. Uvi Poznansky threaded the lyrics of songs throughout the novel, which given the time frame, was a huge part of life during World War II. We’re so used to our world of immediate social media connections that we forget how people really bonded back then. For me, the songs added the “ring of truth,” to their romantic memories. Those songs connected both characters and allowed the reader a peek into their romance and the love that blossomed from it.
I read this novel quickly because it was the kind of story that drew me into the lives of the characters. Lenny’s story of his time in the Marines is filled with mystery and intrigue. Natasha leads the life of a concert pianist on tour in Europe. Their joining as partners in life is what will touch you the most. If you love romance novels with a touch of history and realism, you will love Dancing With Air. I know I did.
My Rating:
Character Believability: 5
Flow and Pace: 5
Reader Engagement: 5
Reader Enrichment: 5
Reader Enjoyment: 5
Overall Rate: 5 out of 5 stars
September 25, 2016
Tomorrow on your way you'll go
Tonight be still, because who knowsThe spirits of the dead are closeThe road is dark, and winds do blowTomorrow on your way you'll go
You'll fight upon a distant fieldAnd never read what I've sealedIn my letters, in my heartThis war is tearing us apart
Tonight be still, be here to listenFlames in my fireplace do glistenI'll tell you tales of love, desireAnd later dream of peace, ceasefire
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You'll fight upon a distant fieldAnd never read what I've sealedIn my letters, in my heartThis war is tearing us apart
Tonight be still, be here to listenFlames in my fireplace do glistenI'll tell you tales of love, desireAnd later dream of peace, ceasefire
Love Romance? Preorder this amazing collection
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September 24, 2016
Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind pleasure
When the night is dark, you know not where to turnWhen the only light comes from a Jack-o-LanternWhen dry leaves rustle, when you turn pale,And wish to be swept into a different tale,
When the ghosts in your mind rise to play a trickAnd your teeth chatter, and your bones clickTreat yourself to a one-of-a-kind pleasureA Touch of Passion you will forever treasure.
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"The authors... all have gifts to offer and in tandem they present a very fine collection of contemporary writing about Romance, suspense, fiction and a touch of history, Fine curl p by the fire reading" -Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
When the ghosts in your mind rise to play a trickAnd your teeth chatter, and your bones clickTreat yourself to a one-of-a-kind pleasureA Touch of Passion you will forever treasure.
Love Romance? Get this amazing collectionKindle ★ Nook ★ Apple ★ Kobo ★ Smashwords
"The authors... all have gifts to offer and in tandem they present a very fine collection of contemporary writing about Romance, suspense, fiction and a touch of history, Fine curl p by the fire reading" -Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
Every Day I Tear A Leaf
Poem by my father, included in Home
Every day I tear a leaf From my calendar, blanched by the sunHere's spring... It is so briefLeaves now falling, one by one...
Once more it's spring, the fragrance's sweetAnd blossom spreads again, againWith graying hair, there in the streetI sit: a lonely, crestfallen man
Do you remember: a student’s roomWith a single narrow iron bedThat eve, of golden summer bloomWe fried potatoes, words unsaid
The plates we set down on the floorAnd filled our glass with cheap, warm wineBetween our kisses, love we swore...For that lost moment, how I pine!
A star came on, peeking inOut of the depth of a strange, dark nightThe entire world was here withinA serenade of love, delight
★ Inspired by poetry? Give yourself a gift ★Home
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"This radiant book is an exploration of the bond between a daughter and father and the book overflows with some of the most eloquent poetic moments in print. HOME is an invitation, a very personal one, and should not be passed over."
-Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
Every day I tear a leaf From my calendar, blanched by the sunHere's spring... It is so briefLeaves now falling, one by one...
Once more it's spring, the fragrance's sweetAnd blossom spreads again, againWith graying hair, there in the streetI sit: a lonely, crestfallen man
Do you remember: a student’s roomWith a single narrow iron bedThat eve, of golden summer bloomWe fried potatoes, words unsaid
The plates we set down on the floorAnd filled our glass with cheap, warm wineBetween our kisses, love we swore...For that lost moment, how I pine!
A star came on, peeking inOut of the depth of a strange, dark nightThe entire world was here withinA serenade of love, delight
★ Inspired by poetry? Give yourself a gift ★Home
FREE Ebook: Kindle ★ Nook ★ Apple ★ Kobo ★ Smashwords Audiobook: Amazon ★ Audible Paperback: Amazon ★ Barnes&Noble
"This radiant book is an exploration of the bond between a daughter and father and the book overflows with some of the most eloquent poetic moments in print. HOME is an invitation, a very personal one, and should not be passed over."
-Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
September 16, 2016
Cover reveal for Love in Times of War
Love in Times of War is a new boxed set, containing full-length Romance novels as well as novellas by wonderfully talented, bestselling authors. Joining me are Tamara Ferguson, Jacquie Biggar, D.G. Torrens, Angelica Kate, Traci Hall, Jennifer St. Giles, Regina Puckett, Suzanne Jenkins, S.R. Mallery, PJ Fiala, and Susan Jean Ricci.
For the word capital L in the word Love I found a lovely font called Precious, because I felt that it expresses the meaning of this word by making the capital letter so flowery and romantic. For the image I selected a dramatic, explosive background, symbolizing the dangerous time of war. The lovers are oblivious to danger, all they feel is the moment of love and the heartwarming intimacy between them.
Here is the spine. My intention was to convey a sense of a substantial collection, presented like volumes in an encyclopedia. Therefore, I used golden lettering on rich red background. I added the lit and shadowed edges for each spine, to achieve depth. Most importantly, at the bottom of it I added a medallion, depicting a detail from the cover of each standalone novel.
Finally, I built it all up so suggest a perspective, and created a reflection underneath, which adheres to the same rules of perspective. And here is the finished cover:
At no other point is passion put to the test as in dire times of war. From the American Civil War to WWII, from Vietnam to the War in Afghanistan to the Persian Gulf, the stories in this boxed set summon the strength of true lovers. Written by bestselling, award-winning, and USA Today authors, the novels and novellas in this collection tell of overcoming loss, injuries, and separation, to celebrate the victory of love.
If you like Military Romance, Wounded Warrior Romance, Historical Romance, Contemporary Romance, or Romantic Suspense, this anthology invites you to triumph over the worst of conditions and find the courage to bring forth the best in us.
Love Romance? Preorder this amazing collection★ Kindle ★
For the word capital L in the word Love I found a lovely font called Precious, because I felt that it expresses the meaning of this word by making the capital letter so flowery and romantic. For the image I selected a dramatic, explosive background, symbolizing the dangerous time of war. The lovers are oblivious to danger, all they feel is the moment of love and the heartwarming intimacy between them.
Here is the spine. My intention was to convey a sense of a substantial collection, presented like volumes in an encyclopedia. Therefore, I used golden lettering on rich red background. I added the lit and shadowed edges for each spine, to achieve depth. Most importantly, at the bottom of it I added a medallion, depicting a detail from the cover of each standalone novel.
Finally, I built it all up so suggest a perspective, and created a reflection underneath, which adheres to the same rules of perspective. And here is the finished cover:
At no other point is passion put to the test as in dire times of war. From the American Civil War to WWII, from Vietnam to the War in Afghanistan to the Persian Gulf, the stories in this boxed set summon the strength of true lovers. Written by bestselling, award-winning, and USA Today authors, the novels and novellas in this collection tell of overcoming loss, injuries, and separation, to celebrate the victory of love.
If you like Military Romance, Wounded Warrior Romance, Historical Romance, Contemporary Romance, or Romantic Suspense, this anthology invites you to triumph over the worst of conditions and find the courage to bring forth the best in us.
Love Romance? Preorder this amazing collection★ Kindle ★
This is a book that will stay with you forever
Here is a wonderful, heartfelt review by Charlene, about my historical Fiction novel, Dancing with Air:
5.0 out of 5 stars Dancing on AirBycharleneon August 27, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
beautiful, simply beautiful. a very emotional and poignant story. The eternal love between Natasha and Lenny is explored. Lenny is Natasha's caregiver and he reminisces about the past. Natasha is a concert pianist and has lost her memory. Lenny was in intelligence operations during WWII.
a deeply emotional story of how Lenny is dealing with Natasha's disease, Alzheimer's, and the love that is so strong between them.
I love the poetry included Uvi's writing of this story and the depth of her words. This book will keep you wanting more.
there is an emotional scene when Lenny makes their "drink" the salty dog, that scene actually brought tears to my eyes.
There is so much depth to this story and I find myself going back again to previous chapters to reread again.
This is a book that will stay with you forever.
Thank you Uvi, for another wonderful book!
5.0 out of 5 stars Dancing on AirBycharleneon August 27, 2016Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase
beautiful, simply beautiful. a very emotional and poignant story. The eternal love between Natasha and Lenny is explored. Lenny is Natasha's caregiver and he reminisces about the past. Natasha is a concert pianist and has lost her memory. Lenny was in intelligence operations during WWII.a deeply emotional story of how Lenny is dealing with Natasha's disease, Alzheimer's, and the love that is so strong between them.
I love the poetry included Uvi's writing of this story and the depth of her words. This book will keep you wanting more.
there is an emotional scene when Lenny makes their "drink" the salty dog, that scene actually brought tears to my eyes.
There is so much depth to this story and I find myself going back again to previous chapters to reread again.
This is a book that will stay with you forever.
Thank you Uvi, for another wonderful book!
You already know, time to turn a leaf
Look, naked arms branch overhead, A chipmunk gathers walnuts, scurries down the treeCurious to see what you've readWhat is this book, open over your knee?
The wind whispers of change, of end and of startYou already know, time to turn a leafIn this growing chill, warm your heart With one story after another, telling of love.
Love Romance? Get this amazing collectionKindle ★ Nook ★ Apple ★ Kobo ★ Smashwords
"The authors... all have gifts to offer and in tandem they present a very fine collection of contemporary writing about Romance, suspense, fiction and a touch of history, Fine curl p by the fire reading" -Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
The wind whispers of change, of end and of startYou already know, time to turn a leafIn this growing chill, warm your heart With one story after another, telling of love.
Love Romance? Get this amazing collectionKindle ★ Nook ★ Apple ★ Kobo ★ Smashwords
"The authors... all have gifts to offer and in tandem they present a very fine collection of contemporary writing about Romance, suspense, fiction and a touch of history, Fine curl p by the fire reading" -Grady Harp, Hall of Fame Reviewer
