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#iwsgbookclub Sept. 2021 Poll

Please join the IWSG Book Club today on Goodreads for a short general poll. Aside from spotlighting two IWSG member books each month, we also want to engage in bookish whimsy and encourage others to have a healthy reading lifestyle. You don’t have to be reading or have read the current featured books to be […]

#IWSG September 2021- Success Isn’t What it Used to Be

Created and hosted by the Ninja himself, Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writers Support Group posts the 1st Wednesday of every month. Click here to learn more or sign up. Optional Monthly Question: How do you define success as a writer? Is it holding your book in your hand? Having a short story published? Making […]

Will you survive the zombie apocalypse? by Patricia Josephine @pjlauthor

Hey guys, sorry for the late post, but I wanted to give you plenty of time to check out this cool book. The ebook is discounted until Wednesday and there’s some really cool stuff in this post, including a giveaway. Check it out and enjoy! ~ Will you survive the zombie apocalypse? You wake up […]

What I Read in June & July 2021

In June & July 2021, I read 1 nonfiction book, 1 science fiction, 1 anthology (fantasy), 1 crime thriller, 1 graphic novel, and a short story (contemporary drama). Check it out… Sorry I skipped July without an explanation or better planning. 2021 Reading Challenge Toi has read 0 books toward her goal of 50 books. […]

#IWSG August 2021: I said craft book, not craft beer.

Created and hosted by the Ninja himself, Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writers Support Group posts the 1st Wednesday of every month. Click the image to learn more or sign up. Optional Monthly Question: What is your favorite writing craft book? Think of a book that every time you read it you learn something, or […]

Reblog: Diverse Children’s Books and Adult Books on Anti-Racism from Write with Fey

I was honored to have one of my books featured in a post by the wonderful Chrys Fey today. Be sure to stop by and read the full article for yourself. It’s so good. – “I take learning and UNlearning seriously, so I wanted to share with you books I’ve read this year and last […]

#IWSG July 2021: Quitting isn’t what it used to be.

You ever have moments in your life where no matter what you do, you keep coming up short? Well, that’s me right now. Thus, my late post. Just got back from a much-needed rest and visiting family, but there’s no time to reflect on it. There’s just too much to do. Created and hosted by […]

What I Read in May 2021

Happy Juneteenth! In May 2021, I read 1 nonfiction book, 1 anthology (science fiction), 1 cozy mystery, and historical/paranormal mystery. Check it out… Hopefully, my June post won’t be so late. The videos below explain more. 2021 Reading Challenge Toi has read 0 books toward her goal of 50 books. hide 0 of 50 (0%) […]

#IWSG June 2021: How long can you wait?

For me, it’s birthday month, so this is going to be brief.  *Updated*  based responses in the comments,  I realize that  I need to clarify this. October is my birthday month. June is for my sister,  brother,  husband,  father,  nephew,  a few in-laws,  and a few cousins.  With graduations,  weddings,  anniversaries,  and baby showers,  June […]

What I Read in April 2021

In April 2021, I read 2 graphic novels, 1 picture book, 1 nonfiction book, 1 suspense short, 1 horror novella, 1 literary fiction novel, and 1 ARC I won’t be able to talk about just yet. Check it out. 2021 Reading Challenge Toi has read 0 books toward her goal of 50 books. hide 0 […]