I hoard books. There. I said it. My name is Maggie, and I’m a book hoarder. We often joke that we moved into our bigger house a couple years ago because we ran out of space for our books in our old, smaller house. It’s a half-joke. I love books, no question. Yes, you can…… Continue reading 5 Must-Have Reference Books for Writers and Bloggers
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Book Review: My Beloved World
“There are no bystanders in this life…. Our humanity makes us each a part of something greater than ourselves.” — Sonia Sotomayor I recently finished My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic and the third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court. I can’t overstate this: Read it. Next. Finish what you’re reading…… Continue reading Book Review: My Beloved World
Book review: Cathedral of the Wild
Before I dive into this book review, I’ll just pause for a sec so you can go buy it. Right now. It’s that fabulous. Did you buy it? OK, good. Let’s talk about the book, shall we? Cathedral of the Wild reads like a series of essays strung together. Every chapter could stand on its…… Continue reading Book review: Cathedral of the Wild
Book review: Authorpreneur in Pajamas
Many writers are choosing to self-publish their work. It’s swifter than going the traditional route, and it allows authors the ability to manage their platform and promotion. In her eBook, Authorpreneur in Pajamas, Geraldine Solon walks the aspiring writer through the many components of promoting self-published work. The short book – it’s only 80 pages,…… Continue reading Book review: Authorpreneur in Pajamas
My Current Reading List
I am a bookworm. Reading is my great escape, and it provides quiet, calm solace in the busy rush of life. Because things have been nutso lately – from sick dogs to deadlines – I’ve fallen behind on my reading. So, I wanted to recap my current and upcoming reading list so you can follow…… Continue reading My Current Reading List
Book Review: A Creative Toolkit of Meditations
Believe it or not (ha! I’m sure you believe it by now), I struggle with stress. I put a ton of pressure on myself, constantly over-schedule my days and weeks, and panic when I can’t complete all my “to dos” or meet all my goals. However, as I’ve gotten older and – not necessarily wiser…… Continue reading Book Review: A Creative Toolkit of Meditations
Are you on Goodreads?
My idea of heaven: a comfy couch with a big pile of soft blankets, a mug of rich hot chocolate, a crackling fire, and a big pile of books to read! I love to read. It’s partly why I launched the dedicated book reviews section of this website. In the past, I’ve dabbled on Goodreads,…… Continue reading Are you on Goodreads?