There is always discussions on the pros and cons of print versus eBook, but to be able to travel light, an e-reader makes vacation reading much easier. Some traditionalists, like myself, take our printed versions. However, I just finished reading an eBook collection...
I am an advocate for always reviewing every book I read, not only does it give other readers an insight into the narrative but also acknowledges the author's hard work. A review is the life blood of any author - so please write a review, even a single sentence is...
Recompense - definition: 1. a repayment or requital, as for favors, or gifts' 2. compensation, as for an injury, or wrong; 3. to make a payment, remuneration or reward, as for services or aid Should authors 'give away' their writing endeavors? A novel takes a long...
Just a quick note my fantasy, The Rython Kingdom is now available at Barnes & Noble. http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-rython-kingdom-mandy-eve-barnett/1112817382 The famed troubadour, Guillem, attends the king’s court to recite a marvelous tale but his...
Exculpate - definition : to free from blame : vindicate Please welcome Kelly Samarah, who chose the word she wanted for her interview. Try and find the reason! Where do you call home? Molalla, Oregon, a little logging town nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Range...
Please join me on Robin's blog for an interview today. Although I'm usually the one doing the interviewing it is a nice change to be on the other side! http://mypennameonly.blogspot.ca/2013/05/talking-with-mandy-eve-barnett.html...
Please welcome Joe, a time travel expert making his stories beguiling. When you read his latest novel, Time's Hostage, you will understand why I used today's word - Bravado - definition: a display of reckless or pretended bravery. *Hint * character's in the book! Of...
It is my great, great pleasure to introduce Linda Pedley, my dear friend and mentor. She is an inspiration to many. Today's word is Principle - Definition: 1) a general or fundamental law 2) a rule of or code of conduct or devotion to such a code. Linda lives by a...
This has been a very busy week one way or another so forgive me if I have been absent for a while. My day job had me supporting and instructing new management, my daughter required homework help and my usual weekly commitments had to be fit in. I did however manage to...