I review children’s books from picture books to YA for Armadillo Magazine, The Children’s Book Review, iReadBooks Tours and was a former reviewer for the Children’s Book Council of Australia. Here you’ll find links to all of those reviews, guest posts, author interviews and giveaways.
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Five Things I Learned in Comedy Class
I like to think of myself as funny. Since I claim to write books that are “humorous and heartfelt” I better be able to deliver on both the laughs and tears. But recently, I realized that I didn’t know much about how or why humor works ― the types, structures and mechanics of funny writing. So,…
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Guest Post: Author Sarah V. Barnes
The author of She Who Rides Horses offers a rare insight into the moment the story of Naya, the first person to ride a horse, emerged as well as an excerpt from her gorgeously written epic novel. How the Story Began I did not intend to start writing a novel. Maybe work on a blog.…
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Book Review + Giveaway: She Who Rides Horses
Title: She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe (Book One) | Author: Sarah V. Barnes | Genre: Historical Fiction | Publisher: Lilith House Press | Publication Date: March 2022 Book Description: Set more than 6,000 years ago, She Who Rides Horses: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe (Book One) begins the story of Naya, the first person to ride a horse.…
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Book Review + Giveaway: The Doktor’s Daughter
Title: The Doktor’s Daughter | Author: Nancy McDonald | Genre: Middle Grade (Historical Fiction) | Publisher: Iguana Books | Release Date: June 2022 Book Description: Tragedy brings Amelie Meyer back to Berlin. It’s been four years since she was forced to flee her home, leaving everything behind — including her father. Transformed by the Nazis, Berlin is now a drab and dangerous city, and Amelie…
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Author Interview with Nancy McDonald
It’s a pleasure to host an interview with Nancy McDonald, author of gripping WWII middle grade novels, and learn how travel and location play a part in her well-researched books. We never know how we’ll respond to adversity until we’re faced with it. Q: How long have you been writing? A: I’ve been a professional writer my…
Stephanie Ward 