I had the pleasure of reading an ARC (advance review copy) of SODA SPRINGS by the author Carolyn Steele. This article provides my review of this charming western historical novel and an interview with the author. I share insights about this coming-of-age novel, recommend the book to more than one type of reader, and am pleased to be one stop along the new release’s Blog Tour journey.
Book Reviews make ALL the difference in helping authors (especially independent authors)– but I’ve heard many avid readers express a lack of confidence about writing reviews. Readers might be comfy explaining to a friend what they enjoyed about a book they’ve just read, but when it comes to writing a review, they’re lost. I’ve provided 9 succinct guidelines to make writing a helpful book review easy, simple, and sure to please! Includes reasons why reviews help other readers find books and the importance of reviews in helping your favorites succeed.
Zina Abbott’s new release, Too Old For Christmas, set in 1854 California, is a sweet romance. This Blog Tour celebrates this Holiday Romance, offers special prizes, and offers readers an introduction to the new release. You’ll find a link inside to my review on Goodreads.
FIVE STARS for Shanna Hatfield’s The Christmas Bargain, a sweet, wholesome romance set in Hardman, Oregon in the Victorian American Era. I fell in love with Shanna’s writing style, her characters, and the depth of emotion her writing evokes. Take a peek inside for more details!
This book review of an historic cookbook illuminates my reasons for a 4.5-star review. This vintage cookbook is so much more than a collection of historic recipes–it provides a peek into the homemaker’s roles, available ingredients, methods of food preparation and attitudes about waste, as well as regional favorites. Small elements–such as reference to measuring salt with a dessert spoon–explains much to amateur historians about the way things once were. Article includes one of the recipes from the book: cream pie with a rich pie crust.
