2018-01-26 04:21
It has been so long since I created a blog post. You might say I had a bit of soul searching to do and some ideas to refine, so I could bring them more clearly into focus. It's that tough wo… Read More
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Writing tips, reviews and more is a place where you will find everything writing related. Find the perfect book to read, movie to see or app to download, based on high quality, in-depth reviews. Discover poems deeply analyzed with new insight and perspective. Enjoy creative works by M. J. herself, and immerse yourself in the world of writing, a place where words are discovered, explored and appreciated. ©2016 All Rights Reserved for all content on this blog, unless otherwise noted.
2017-07-08 01:46
So I spent some time looking for books that have very few reviews on Amazon today. Originally my goal was books with less than 100 reviews; it quickly dropped down to 50 as I scrolled throug… Read More
2017-07-06 23:26
There was a time not so long ago when Amazon cracked down on authors and book reviewers. At least a few authors contacted me because many of their reviews had been deleted. It made me sad fo… Read More
2017-07-06 17:52
No pressure or anything. The day started out simply enough as it usually does. I know my routine, creature of habit that I am. I also know what I need to get done, what I'd like to get… Read More
2017-07-06 01:25
Whether you use blogger, wordpress, weebly, medium, wix or a host of other blogging platforms, the reality is that blogging is publishing. It is for all intensive purposes a jack… Read More
2017-07-05 23:41
As much as I went through a sort of blogging withdrawal, if you will, I also came to understand that blogging was a habit, something I made a point to do as much as I could. The allure… Read More
2017-07-05 21:54
By M. J. JoachimClearly it has been a long time since I have blogged about anything. Ah life, and then we ...Yes, we do that too I suppose. I won't claim to be older and wiser at all, perhap… Read More
2016-06-22 21:52
by M. J. Joachim“The Little Book of Sham is the result of hours spent staring into space, wondering - not just ‘Why?’ and ‘Why not?’ - but also, ‘How?&rsq&hell…Read More
2016-06-22 21:52
by M. J. JoachimIn a world where archeological research esteems the invested interest in Eskimo culture, diverse, yet full of unexpected trials, tribulations, twists and turns, a world where… Read More
2016-06-22 21:50
by M. J. JoachimMystery, thriller and downright creepy, Bloodwalker will definitely make your hair stand on end from the moment you start reading it, until you finally put it down. This isn… Read More
2016-05-25 18:56
by M. J. JoachimIn a world where high tech is quickly becoming the rule, complete with innovative strategies to compromise personal, private and public security, a very real scenario where h… Read More
2016-05-16 22:22
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2016-05-15 17:51
by M. J. JoachimEntertaining a bit of history, political tug-of-war and spiritual reflection, Cerulean Rising: Evolutions, a sequel to Cerulean Rising: Beginnings, engages readers with a spa… Read More
2016-05-15 17:41
by M. J. JoachimTraveling through seasons and various regions of the earth, including mountains, deserts and swamps, The Wandering Troll makes his way around the globe in search of …… Read More
2016-05-15 17:34
by M. J. JoachimIn a play on words, using the very familiar homonyms ant and aunt, The Day the Aunts Disappeared creates a uniquely fun story from the perspective of an anteater and his comm… Read More
2016-05-13 17:00
by M. J. JoachimAs much as we like to think writing is all about writing, and our words will do the work on their own, writing a book is as much about publishing, promoting and marketing, as… Read More
2016-05-12 18:02
A Faith-based Approach to Guide the Ambitious Entrepreneur by M. J. JoachimIn the interest of helping as many authors as I can on this blog, I’d like to share an email that was se… Read More
2016-05-11 15:29
by M. J. JoachimIn a murder mystery tale that spans across several continents, delves into 2,000 year old mysteries and concludes with futuristic prophecy and miracles, The Extraordinary Tem… Read More
2016-05-10 17:35
by M. J. JoachimEye-catching, vibrant and quite simply a delight to behold, the artistic talent exhibited in Oliver and Jumpy Stories 31 - 33 is truly dynamic, entertaining and fun! Mario Te… Read More
2016-05-10 16:43
by M. J. JoachimAh, the joy of having a little one to share so many wonderful picture book and children’s stories with, an assistant to be sure, kid tested, grandma approved!It was an… Read More
2016-05-09 17:05
by M. J. JoachimFantasy author Darrell Drake has received impressive reviews for his three previous books, Within Ruin, Everautumn and Where the Madness Roosts. His newest book, A Star-Recko… Read More
2016-05-09 15:21
by M. J. JoachimAs a Grandma, I can definitely vouch for the contents of this book! Along with a few other things like having mud fights in the garden and water fights in the pool. How to Ba… Read More
2016-05-06 19:26
by M. J. JoachimToday I’d like to talk about something near and dear to my heart, something that is rather divisive in our world, because everyone has and is entitled to their own opin… Read More
2016-05-05 20:06
How to Get People to Click and Share Your Linksby M. J. JoachimAs writers we often limit our abilities to our latest manuscript or blog post, without giving much thought to how we actually s… Read More
2016-05-04 20:05
by M. J. JoachimAward winning author and Nature Conservationist, Patrick McCusker spent two years writing, editing and polishing The Extraordinary Temptation, a story that promises to give r… Read More
2016-05-03 22:14
by M. J. JoachimGirl power! Fist bump, fist bump and fist bump again!!! Gotta love a book that teaches girls to stand up for themselves the right way, without turning into little brats thems… Read More
2016-05-02 22:39
by M. J. Joachimby M. J. JoachimAuthor of the highly acclaimed young adult trilogy, The Silver Series, with reviews averaging between 4 and 5 stars from approximately 50 reviewers on Amazon… Read More
2016-05-02 16:04
by M. J. JoachimI’m rather fond of Professor Bell, having gotten to know him in previous titles in the American Journey Series written by John A. Heldt. He’s a friend and comrade… Read More
2016-04-30 17:44
by M. J. JoachimTerrifying, living in a world where medicine and medical treatment is dictated by so many factors other than what will help patients live longer and healthier lives, a world… Read More
2016-04-29 17:48
by M. J. JoachimAuthor Dan BuriAs with most of us, writers don’t spend all their time writing and publishing books, hoping to sell a few copies, and maybe, by some grand cosmic overloa… Read More
2016-04-29 15:27
by M. J. JoachimAh, the tug of war we often play within ourselves, to meet the expectations of those we look up to and admire, particularly when they conflict with who we truly are inside. R… Read More
2016-04-28 20:07
by M. J. JoachimIn looking at the stack of books authors send me in the hopes of getting a review and some positive marketing and promotion for their books, I realize I can’t possibly… Read More
2016-04-28 02:54
by M. J. JoachimSuspenseful from beginning to end, Goldilocks by Patria L. Dunn is quite the page turner. Fantasy, sci-fi, paranormal, romance and action adventure - this story has it all! A… Read More
2016-04-27 17:39
by M. J. JoachimDelightfully written and illustrated, The Fisherman is a beautifully orchestrated tale about a man looking for his friend, so they can go fishing together. It is destined to… Read More
2016-04-26 20:12
by M. J. JoachimActually, the whole title is: Pleasant Fruits: Sweet Whispers from the Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.Colorful and distinct, completely different from an… Read More
2016-04-25 21:22
by M. J. JoachimCampfires and ghost stories came to mind as I read The Hanging of Cousin Charlotte by Talia Haven. So did the Salem Witch Trials, by the way, though they seemingly had little… Read More
2016-04-25 21:15
by M. J. JoachimAdmittedly there are some good knock knock jokes in this short children’s book most suitable for elementary aged children. There are also some pretty redundant ones, wh… Read More
2016-04-25 21:09
by M. J. JoachimColorful pictures of capital letters and symbols representing each letter make this children’s book a delightful book for preschoolers and early readers. A free colorin… Read More
2016-04-25 19:05
by M. J. JoachimTalk about a thrilling murder mystery! This book had me on the edge of my seat from the moment I started reading it. The characters are easily relatable to lots of people any… Read More
2016-04-23 18:44
by M. J. JoachimHistorical fiction meets time travel in Heldt’s books, something that is both fascinating and intriguing. Discovering WWII through new perspectives is exciting and ente… Read More
2016-04-22 18:12
by M. J. JoachimIn considering this whole backlink/SEO scenario we’ve gotten so used to on the Internet these days, it is relative to register that we live in a mobile technological ag… Read More
2016-04-21 15:48
by M. J. JoachimMany of us started our blogs and websites a very long time ago. In the age of technological advances, that time seems even longer, because as much as we try to keep up with e… Read More
2016-04-21 00:31
by M. J. JoachimIt was with a big sense of encouragement that I engaged in the reading of The Enchanted Hat by Mary Sue, and up until about 25% of the way into it, I wasn’t disappointe… Read More
2016-04-19 01:28
by M. J. JoachimI received this press release over the weekend, and thought there might be a few writers out there who would like to go. Easy buttons R Us, as I copy and paste the details be… Read More
2016-04-15 16:49
by M. J. JoachimClean Master provides an easy way to boost the productivity, efficiency and memory on your device. It makes it easy to deal with junk files, has an antivirus feature, as well… Read More
2016-04-15 16:45
by M. J. JoachimHappy Tax Day everyone! I hope you’re all getting a nice refund this year, instead of paying the government extra dollars from your earnings!I’ve been using Bitde… Read More
2016-04-14 22:58
by M. J. Joachim“Thanks to all my test readers. I’ve never had any and the first time I do they actually like my book. So thank you for suffering through my unedited manuscript w… Read More
2016-04-14 21:31
by M. J. JoachimAs many of you may have guessed, based on the comments in some of the emails I receive, I get a whole lot of book review requests, and I'm happy to add all of them to my grow… Read More
2016-04-13 22:34
by M. J. JoachimIf you like the mystery and magic of unicorns, and who doesn’t, you’ll probably find Krim Du Shaw an intriguing little story. It’s sad in a way, as humans i… Read More
2016-04-13 21:29
by M. J. JoachimRepetitive to the point of almost boring me to tears, this book had a way of driving me crazy. I can get away with saying that, because the main story line is about a crazy p… Read More
2016-04-13 14:48
by M. J. JoachimI started a new ad free blog yesterday called M. J. Joachim’s World. Using Google Contributor, which encourages blog followers to subscribe (and contribute) to blogs vi… Read More
2016-04-13 14:48
by M. J. JoachimUpdated 4/18/16I started a new ad free blog yesterday called M. J. Joachim’s World. Using Google Contributor, which encourages blog followers to subscribe (and contribu… Read More
2016-04-11 16:57
by M. J. JoachimHistorically sound and positively engaging, this book was absolutely difficult to put down. Thank God it rained yesterday, as I put some banana bread and ribs in the oven, an… Read More
2016-04-11 16:51
by M. J. JoachimFramed as vignettes about the experiences of delving deep into the subconscious, to the point of having out of body episodes, levitating and becoming ever so much more fully… Read More
2016-04-08 20:18
by M. J. JoachimIt started with a very uncomfortable feeling in the pit of my stomach. Pieces Like Pottery was downright disturbing and would surely be impossible to read, especially if it k… Read More
2016-04-08 19:56
by M. J. JoachimI read this one to my granddaughter while she was eating lunch in her highchair, and it is with great pleasure that I’m able to pass it along to you as a wonderful chil… Read More
2016-04-08 19:32
by M. J. JoachimProbably one of the more scary books I’ve read in a while, Toxin Toxout caused a dramatic effect on my own personal lifestyle. Never one to enjoy chemicals and their af… Read More
2016-04-07 17:58
by M. J. JoachimCapturing my attention from the get-go, this crime thriller had me caught in its webs of mystery from the moment I picked up the book. I thoroughly enjoyed turning the pages… Read More
2016-04-07 17:43
by M. J. JoachimAt a time when the pros and cons of slavery were still being debated, western civilization was nothing less than the wild, wild west and the great United States of America wa… Read More
2016-04-07 17:15
by M. J. JoachimBaby Calvin, born 2-21-16To all those who thought I fell off the face of the earth, this is a brief post to tell you I didn’t. My second grandchild was born Febru… Read More
2016-01-11 22:24
by M. J. JoachimPolitically charged, perfect for reading this year, since 2016 is a presidential election year in the United States, Pianist in a Bordello provides a unique satire of the who… Read More
2016-01-04 19:56
by M. J. JoachimSet post Civil War era, and addressing numerous challenges women faced then and now, The Measure of Katie Calloway provides an intense, entertaining and thought provoking sto… Read More
2015-11-25 00:01
by M. J. JoachimHarriet Beecher Stowe, PD-USDolly is a very young child, more curious than ever about the phenomenon people call Christmas. Back in those days, children went to bed without a… Read More
2015-11-24 20:22
by M. J. JoachimDicken's Dream, Robert William Buss (1804-1875) PD-USAccording to legend, Dickens shares this story based on six poor travelers, who visited a charity on Christmas Eve, wher… Read More
2015-11-23 17:22
by M. J. JoachimPhoto credit: Heinrich Burkel (1802 - 1869) Public DomainSet in a damp, frosty and very cold graveyard at Christmastime, Gabriel Grubb, the main character in Dickens sh… Read More
2015-11-23 02:33
by M. J. JoachimMark Twain - Public DomainGetting to know Samuel L. Clemens, aka Mark Twain, in this unique manner has been quite the intriguing and satisfactory adventure. He was every bit… Read More
2015-11-22 02:58
by M. J. JoachimThe story, based on drama playing out in a typically dysfunctional American family, is almost a bit too easy to relate to in this 2013 drama, where everyone comes together af… Read More
2015-11-19 18:04
by M. J. JoachimI am not a prisonerThat’s too easy a fateFor anyone who’s strong Like me, escaping what’s escapedYou may look and wonderYou’d do it anywayI am just a… Read More
2015-11-19 17:30
by M. J. JoachimDo not weep for meFor I am not aloneCowering in a cornerNever safe at homeThe life I lead is tragicThe journey unforeseenThe pain endured, dramaticBut oh, the things I’… Read More
2015-11-19 16:50
by M. J. JoachimBroken hearts mendA sure thing untrueFor abuse to withstandThere’s hardly a cureNightmares attendFollowed by tearsFrom those beaten badlyFor too many yearsDiscarded and… Read More
2015-11-19 00:49
by M. J. JoachimSometimes you get what you pay for…This app is free and I’ve had the worst time with it. It doesn’t load readily when I want to scan my device. Messages ab… Read More
2015-11-19 00:19
by M. J. JoachimPolitico is the perfect app for anyone who wants to keep up with American politics. It is quite simply the perfect political news app, for those who want to know what’s… Read More
2015-11-18 01:39
by M. J. JoachimYes, there’s an app for that! And it’s really cool too! This is one of the most interesting and educational apps for science, astronomy and space exploration. You… Read More
2015-11-18 00:09
by M. J. JoachimThe most obvious point of entry for a virus is through links, something we’ve all been warned about on numerous occasions. Never open a suspicious link, especially if y… Read More
2015-11-17 19:00
by M. J. JoachimOn the surface, this app seems to be based on a really cool idea, providing every newspaper available in the United States for free to those who download it. Opening the fron… Read More
2015-11-17 00:10
by M. J. JoachimThis app is a bit disappointing for a number of reasons. The formatting is difficult to see on the page, so even though you can sort of guess the headlines, to see if you wan… Read More
2015-11-16 23:14
by M. J. JoachimIt’s the strangest thing. I’ve spent days cleaning up comments on my blogs, because like you, I don’t want any spam to interfere with the work I’m doi… Read More
2015-11-16 19:08
by M. J. JoachimBotnets, aka zombie armies, hijack Internet transmissions without the owner’s knowledge. They are malicious software intended to control pc’s and devices, enablin… Read More
2015-11-16 17:13
by M. J. JoachimWord scramble meets the dictionary in this app, that is designed to help people learning English as their second language. Despite the fact that English is my native language… Read More
2015-11-16 16:36
by M. J. JoachimLet me preface by clarifying that I use this app on my tablet, so it is not connected to my phone. In reading past reviews of this product, and when I say past, I mean a coup… Read More
2015-11-15 01:12
by M. J. Joachim“Contribute a few dollars each month. See fewer ads. It’s that simple. The money you contribute helps fund the sites you visit,” states Google Contributor&r&hell…Read More
2015-11-14 21:45
by M. J. JoachimTalk about a thriller! The Survival of Thomas Ford is a page turner you definitely won’t want to put down. I did, only because I was reading it so late at night, and kn… Read More
2015-11-14 20:15
by M. J. JoachimGoogle seems to have read my mind with their new Contributor feature this week, which makes it possible for my audience to see fewer ads, when they’d rather spend time… Read More
2015-11-14 19:11
by M. J. JoachimThere are times when I can easily be a bit of a news junkie. I like my news to be factual, without all the editorializing that takes place on too many of my local tv stations… Read More
2015-11-14 17:48
by M. J. JoachimOne of my biggest pet peeves is hearing weather forecasters dramatize the weather. Using the tone and inflection of their voice, they send shivers up my spine, as the hair on… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
By M. J. JoachimDoRead and send what reviewers want, when you submit your request for them to review your book. Do include a copy of your book with your request. Hey, having the book in… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
by M. J. JoachimCraft and cooking tutorials need to be clear and concise. Provide a list of supplies, tools and ingredients, followed by an easy to follow step-by-step set of instructions, i… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
by M. J. JoachimBelieve it or not, I entered 5 blogs in the A – Z Challenge last year. This year, I’m only entering two, but as you may know, I’m also a new A – Z Co… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
by M. J. JoachimI remember the first time I discovered the A – Z Challenge on April 1, 2012. I was heavily immersed in my crochet blog and website at the time, filling them with all so… Read More
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