Literary journey of an office career escapee
I'd like to thank David McIlroy for the opportunity to talk about my writing and my books on his blog. It is always a true pleasure to discuss all things bookish. Especially, since every time, it gives food for thought and you come up with a revelation or two. Here are a few questions from... Continue Reading →
“Dreams shattered by just being in the wrong place at the wrong time." That’s what happened with Jonathan at the vulnerable age of thirteen. In one moment, his perfect life crumbles and turns into a nightmare. After his mother gets killed in a car accident, he finds himself thrown out of the warm cocoon of... Continue Reading →
Few things are more profound for the author than the realisation that the reader has truly connected with your book. It is beyond gratifying to see that someone has read the story you wanted to tell through your characters rather than the one they had in their imagination when picking up your book among thousands... Continue Reading →
“Gods of Another Kind” by Steven Decker is an ultimate adventure that keeps you on the edge of your seat – even after you finish reading. The third instalment of the Another Kind series introduces a new main character, and I couldn’t but immediately fall in love with him. Seriously, who wouldn’t if you met... Continue Reading →
“The Trouble with Friends” is a charming “Pride and Prejudice” variation by Kelly Miller. Like all author’s works, this story is a delightful combination of what Jane Austen and Regency romance fans love and a few twists and turns that make the read more exciting and fit for the modern readers’ taste. Miss Elizabeth Bennet... Continue Reading →
"I was, in the vernacular, a title gnome who slaved away in the galley of a Land Record office, surrounded by crumbling and musty books telling the tales of land ownership." “Fee Simple Conditional” by H.C. Helfand opens a door into the most exciting world of…titles. If you aren’t an American lawyer practising land ownership... Continue Reading →
A good story either breaks the reader’s heart or makes it sing. An excellent story has the power to do both. “Dust of the Universe”, a story from the short story collection “Your Pick: Selected Stories” by V.S. Kemanis, made my heart break into a million pieces, but it filled with light again by the... Continue Reading →
I am not a paranormal romance fan. I never cared about vampires – or werewolves, for that matter. I don’t think I’ve even seen the iconic “Interview with the Vampire”. I did have a connection of sorts with the Twilight books – stop throwing those tomatoes at me; I admit the weakness when I have... Continue Reading →
“Just because a belief is held by many doesn’t make it right” Just because almost everyone in the magical realm of Htrae believes that Siobhan, the ruler of the Heichi sorceress clan, is almighty, does it make her such? She certainly believes there is no one above her, and this belief gradually strips her of... Continue Reading →
What if the series of plagues wiped out the majority of the population? What if all the technological progress and advanced research couldn’t help find the cure? Which path would people choose? According to A-M Mawhiney, people would turn back to nature and try to help the Earth heal. “Spindrifts” is a fascinating exploration of... Continue Reading →
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