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August 5, 2016
3 clues to guess my August ‘16 movie: A Mock Squid Soup Teaser #cinephiles #film #review
When left to my own devices, I will usually over think things or make them harder than they need to be. So for this month, I’m actually reviewing two movies- an original and a remake. Clue #1– Both leading ladies are British actresses with a dancing background; one black, one white. Clue #2– Both leading … Continue reading 3 clues to guess my August ‘16 movie: A Mock Squid Soup Teaser #cinephiles #film #review
August 3, 2016
#IWSG August 2016: first #writing sample and #blog update
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. Monthly Question: What was your very first piece of writing as an aspiring writer? Where is it now? Collecting dust or has it been … Continue reading #IWSG August 2016: first #writing sample and #blog update
August 1, 2016
#Question of the Month: a #bloghop to think about. No. 14- What’s your favorite beach?
A little while ago, Michael D’Agostino, of A Life Examined, brought up the idea of a new blog hop called Question of the Month. He thinks blog readers would like to know a little more about us, the bloggers. So we’re all gathering to show you guys who we are by taking part in the … Continue reading #Question of the Month: a #bloghop to think about. No. 14- What’s your favorite beach?
July 29, 2016
#FlashbackFriday: #Fantasy #Book Review: Night Circus
Brought to you by, Michael G D’Agostino at A Life Examined, this is a time of the month (the last Friday) where you can republish an old post of yours that maybe didn’t get enough attention, you’re really proud of, or you think is still relevant, etc. I’ve chosen to share old book and movie … Continue reading #FlashbackFriday: #Fantasy #Book Review: Night Circus
July 14, 2016
#IntAuthorsDay interview & #giveaway with author Charity Ayres @versweet #fantasy
Greetings readers, bloggers, geeks, and authors and welcome to The ToiBox of Words. I’m your host Toi Thomas, author of Eternal Curse, and today I have a treat to share. A while back, I had the pleasure to interview a wonderful author named, Charity Ayres. A good time was truly had by all, and here’s … Continue reading #IntAuthorsDay interview & #giveaway with author Charity Ayres @versweet #fantasy
July 11, 2016
#Review : Code Name Verity #YA #spy #book
Title: Code Name Verity Series: Code Name Verity #1 Author: Elizabeth Wein Genre: Historical Fiction (WWII) Pages: 441 Reading Level: YA Content: PG-13 (war action and violence, intense emotion, mature themes) This book was part of a new audio promotion, so I received it free from the distributor. I had no idea what it was …
July 8, 2016
CHEF #Review – Mock Squid Soup No.20 #cinephiles #film #food
If anyone is interested in my experience of watching CHEF, click here to see my notes. I’m following in the footsteps of Nancy Mock and MOCK and I hope I can keep up. I made a point not to read their reviews before watching this film so it would be a fresh experience for me. … Continue reading CHEF #Review – Mock Squid Soup No.20 #cinephiles #film #food
July 6, 2016
#IWSG July 2016: Compliments on your #writing, Celebrity followers, & hashtags.
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. Monthly Question: What’s the best thing someone has ever said about your writing? **** This seems like a simple enough question, but it’s sometimes … Continue reading #IWSG July 2016: Compliments on your #writing, Celebrity followers, & hashtags.
July 4, 2016
#Question of the Month: a #bloghop to think about. No. 13- What was the first book you really fell in love with?
A little while ago, Michael D’Agostino, of A Life Examined, brought up the idea of a new blog hop called Question of the Month. He thinks blog readers would like to know a little more about us, the bloggers. So we’re all gathering to show you guys who we are by taking part in the … Continue reading #Question of the Month: a #bloghop to think about. No. 13- What was the first book you really fell in love with?
July 1, 2016
#IndiePrideDay Interview & Giveaway with author Jim McDonald @JimMacAuth #paranormal #myth
Greetings readers, bloggers, geeks, and authors and welcome to The ToiBox of Words. I’m your host Toi Thomas, author of Eternal Curse, and today I have a treat to share. A while back, I had the pleasure to interview a wonderful author named, James P. McDonald. A good time was truly had by all,, and … Continue reading #IndiePrideDay Interview & Giveaway with author Jim McDonald @JimMacAuth #paranormal #myth
