Fiction
Book Spotlight: A Blend of Magic by Kate Kenzie
A witch cannot exist on potions and tea alone. Hiding in the shadows, staunch singleton Willow Anderson is content running her successful business, The Enchanted Emporium. With Christmas days away, she’s eager to exchange selling bespoke tea blends and spells for extended bubble baths and binge-watching festive movies snuggled next to her Maine Coon, Vincent. Nate never usually runs away from his problems, but drunk and disorientated, he finds himself in a small fisherman’s cottage in the Yorkshire coastal town of Whitby. After discovering his girlfriend’s affair, he is in no rush to return to the City. His wish for time alone in a Christmas-free zone comes true until an uninvited feline guest arrives. Neither Nate nor Willow want company, especially from each other, but they have little choice when concussion means they must spend at least twenty-four hours together. Sparks fly and not just the romantic kind. When darkness from Willow’s past returns and threatens to destroy all she has worked for, pursuing a love affair is the last thing she needs. With meddling ghosts and a teenage apprentice with her own matchmaking agenda, love and change are in the air. But can Willow face her fears, and the past, to capture the happiness she deserves?
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Audiobook Review: The Briar Crown by Helen Rygh-Pedersen
They say love conquers all… but can the conquered ever love the conqueror? Twenty-five years ago, there was life. Twenty-five years ago, there was peace when the descendants of the dryads and naiads kept all life in balance. Until one fateful night when the Oderbergs invaded, executed the royal house of Domonov and took Domovnia for their own, ruling with an iron fist and an edict of fear. Roslyn Pleveli, like most of the orphans of that night, wants revenge and an end to the persecution of her kind. Yet, even if the Domovnian’s use of magic was permitted, she wouldn’t be much help, able to command only a few lowly weeds. But everything changes when she saves the life of an injured young man in the forest not knowing it was the prince of the Oderbergs himself. Ordered to see to the rest of his treatment, Roslyn is snatched from her home and all that she loves by his soldiers. Now, in the Oderberg stronghold, she has the chance to change things. With the royal family within her grasp all she has to do to free her people is kill them… but can she do it, or will something more powerful than revenge heal the wounds of the past?
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
The Appeal of Sci-fi: Investigating the Limits of the Creative Mind
The Underlying Foundations of Sci-fi Sci-fi has antiquated starting points, with early stories frequently mixing fantasy and creative minds. Works like Lucian's "Actual History" (second-century Promotion) portray fantastical journeys to the moon, and Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" (1818) is in many cases referred to as one of the primary genuine sci-fi books. Shelley's investigation of logical pride and the moral repercussions of making life set up for future science fiction authors to utilize speculative situations to investigate profound moral inquiries.
By Hasib Abdullah2 years ago in BookClub
The Opening Salvo: The Series Opener That Vocal Inspired. Top Story - October 2024.
Six months after my first book, I’m back. This time with The Opening Salvo, the start of a full-on trilogy based off of a Vocal challenge entry. An entry that remains some of the tightest comedy I’ve ever written with the most jokes per capita.
By Stephen A. Roddewig2 years ago in BookClub
Whispers of the heart
In the picturesque town of Hanamori, where cherry blossoms danced in the spring breeze, Aiko had always found solace in her art. Sketching the vibrant scenery, she felt an emotional connection to every petal and every breeze. However, beneath her cheerful exterior, Aiko harbored a secret: her childhood friend, Haru, had captured her heart long ago.
By The writer🏆🙌🏽2 years ago in BookClub
Summary: Strange Beasts of China by Yan Ge
Get Your Free Book Strange Beasts of China Here: Strange Beasts of China by Yan Ge Strange Beasts of China by Yan Ge is an extraordinary work of speculative fiction that blends the surreal with the profound, creating a narrative that feels both familiar and strange at the same time. Originally written in Chinese and later translated into English, this novel takes readers into a world filled with mythical creatures known as "beasts," who live among humans in a city reminiscent of contemporary China. These creatures are not just mythical beings; they represent deeply complex emotions, relationships, and societal issues, making the novel a unique exploration of identity, belonging, and human nature.
By Marcos Martins da silva2 years ago in BookClub
Hooking Your Readers from Page One
I learned the hard way that a captivating opening isn’t just a suggestion; it’s a necessity. Think about it—if you were at a party and someone greeted you with “So, how’s life?” you’d probably glance around for the nearest exit. But if they leaned in with, “You won’t believe what I saw today,” your ears would perk up, right? That’s the magic of a strong opening: it grabs attention, demands engagement, and lures readers into your world.
By Bijju sharma2 years ago in BookClub
