GOODBYE APRIL! Hello readers!April was another month full of outdoor adventures, gardening, and swimming but I fit in 20 books! What I read in April:FICTION READSGregor and the Pro… Read More
Do you have trouble sleeping well at night? Discover how good books be your sleep companions. Many of us struggle to relax and get enough sleep. Healthy sleep is essential for our general we… Read More
In the bustling world of bookstores, authors are amazed by the spectrum of creativity that adorns each book and face constant pressure to ensure their own work, including its cover, stands o… Read More
One of the worst things that could ever happen to a writer is losing their work. The moments of sheer horror that follow the loss of an unsaved word file are unfathomable.
Think about it… Read More
I've always been obsessed with horror. From childhood, when I bunked with my siblings and primas, we told each other spooky stories in the middle of the night to rock ourselves to sleep. Eve… Read More
Prologue to the article "'Channeling' Phenomena Evidence for Scientists, Journalists and Anyone Uninformed or Misinformed (with Photos and Videos)"This blog article presents a transcript of… Read More
Prologue to the article "'Channeling' Phenomena Evidence for Scientists, Journalists and Anyone Uninformed or Misinformed (with Photos and Videos)"This blog article presents a transcript of… Read More
Great new books get published every day. Just take our own little corner of the world: It’s almost impossible to capture the breadth and scope of Southern California’s literary s… Read More
There’s a common misconception about writing.
“A lot of people think of it as a highbrow occupation,” says Cati Porter, executive director for Inlandia Institute, which ser… Read More
The SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended March 24 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Allia… Read More
The SoCal Indie Bestsellers List for the sales week ended March 24 is based on reporting from the independent booksellers of Southern California, the California Independent Booksellers Allia… Read More
THE 48TH IRA FILM AWARDS: ONLY A "MONSTER" WOULD IGNORE THESE MOVIES Date: March 25, 2023 Location: New York City and far-flung locales via ZoomThe IRAs are a… Read More
I've just returned from the ICFA in Orlando, with perfect weather all four days (five counting Sunday morning departure). This year's theme was "Whimsy." Author guests were urban fantasy wri… Read More
Author Shannon Lawrence. (Photo Credit: Shannon Lawrence)Today I have the pleasure of interviewing guest author Shannon Lawrence! Shannon has published stories in more than 50 antholog… Read More
On Saturday, the remaining winners of the fifty fifth annual NAACP Picture Awards introduced throughout a televised ceremony hosted by Queen Latifah. Within the run-up to Sa… Read More
Is Better World Books Legit Or Scam?
It is a kind of pleasure for all book lovers to read books at any time. Whether it is a rainy day or a cold winter day, sitting at your desk or co… Read More
In the past, I’ve sent my “best of (year)” list in an email. And this year I did that. But my email service has made a lot of changes that aren’t working well for my… Read More
Unlock the secret to crafting stories that linger in the minds and hearts of your readers long after the final page is turned.This guide isn’t just… Read More
Behind every famous author is a smart literary agent. Explore the advantages of the top 50 literary agents in detail! Find out which literary agent has proven experience in your genre. This… Read More
Ebooks have come up as the cheapest and the best way of publishing in the digital age.
It’s not just about becoming a published writer but it is also a common form of passive income… Read More
I usually read at least a book a month with book club (*picks) so my goal with books is always to read more than what I’m reading there. This year I also started doing more targete… Read More
The Great, The Good, and The Interesting!S C A V E N G E R S R E I G NC H A P T E R L I N K S :• BEST MOVIES: 2023 Drama
Comedy
Dream
Nightmare
Mystery… Read More
The 2024 PopSugar Reading Challenge!Hello, readers! Happy New Year! This is the TENTH year of this reading challenge's existence and the sixth year I've participated! This rea… Read More
Ready to revolutionize your writing experience and elevate your storytelling? Explore the features of the top 10 book writing software, websites, and tools in detail!
Use these tools to igni… Read More
What is the best manuscript format that agents and publishers wish to see? To unravel the enigma of getting published, one must delve into the intricate dance between aspiring authors and di… Read More
It’s almost time for the 55th Annual NAACP Image Awards.
Unveiling its full list of nominations today, the prestigious awards honor actors, actresses, singers, authors, and activists o… Read More
I favor courses that capture an alternative point of view, a special technique for detailing the countryKeithChaffee. Everyone loves SF (especially day travelling stories), secret (specifica… Read More
Report from Iron MountainOriginally published asReport from Iron Mountain – On the Possibility and Desirability of Peace
by Authors Unknown (1967)
Published :January 6, 2024•Upda… Read More
Hello book lovers!Are you looking for a fun reading challenge for the new year?One of my newest yearly favorites has been the52bookclub's annual reading challenge, which includes 52 unique p… Read More
Hello readers! Happy 2024! I've been participating in some form of this ABC challenge for years and always enjoy crossing out titles and adding to my reading journal & Bookstag… Read More
The Heartbreaking Story of Innocence and Friendship During the Holocaust
Introduction
Over 75 years later, the Holocaust still manages to shock us. The systematic murder of around 6 mi… Read More
Bel Canto Books’ days are numbered at The Hangout, the gorgeous multi-use space in Long Beach that’s closing at the end of the year. Although Bel Canto also has another locatio… Read More
Many of you probably know SparkNotes from back in your school or college days. You got confused by an assigned book, you were running late for class, or you were writing an essay right befor… Read More
How to become a creative writer:
Effective writers are responsible for engaging and entertaining audiences by creating material that tells a story, shares information, or inspires t… Read More
If you’re looking for the best book cover design services, your search ends here! A book cover design company must be helpful, accessible, and above all, worth the money. So, we’… Read More
Cash Embrace40 Best Ways To Get Paid To Read Books In 2023
Are you an avid reader who can devour a book in a day? If you are, you’ll be the perfect candidate to get paid to read book… Read More
By BookBaby author Lauren Davish
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes
If you’re already a published author or plan to be one day, understanding the differences between a novel vs. a b… Read More
As the Israel-Hamas war stretches into its fourth week, the horror and grief have only escalated. On Friday, Israel intensified its air bombardment and said it is expanding its ground operat… Read More
You likely have experienced moments of writer’s block, haven’t you? It is when your mind freezes, and you do not know where to start and what to write. All of us, even seasoned w… Read More
10 Must-Read Authors whose name starts with I
Discover our list of 10 Must-Read Authors whose name starts with I, featuring literary luminaries and contemporary storytellers whose profound… Read More
In the Halloween mood yet? Whether you have your costume picked out, are chaperoning kids, on door duty, or sitting this one out, we’ve got books full of frightful delights! From ghost… Read More
Larry Charles is an uncomplicated guy. An Emmy-winning writer on Seinfeld who has gone on to direct Borat and Bruno — not to mention Bob Dylan’s surreal … Read More
Truth can be stranger and scarier than fiction. To change your mind, here’s a list of must-read nonfiction horror books for fans of the genre. We live in fearful times, where horror re… Read More
The first iteration of Christian Horror: On the Compatibility of a Biblical Worldview and the Horror Genre, was drawn from a series of blog posts I had assembled between 2005 and 2015. That… Read More
The Japanese Box By Jennifer Anne Gordon
Simulacrum is a dark comedic tale about college life, and love. It is the story of what happens when
two sociopaths attend art exhibits, drink lemon… Read More
Are you wanting to boost your subsequent gathering with some partaking leisure? Say goodbye to predictable conversations and whats up to the final icebreaker – our handpicked choice… Read More
Anyone who does a lot of online book and e-book searching will be familiar with Z-Library. The Z Library has a solid reader following. The fact that people choose this platform above others… Read More