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I couldn't resist the title Zigzag Girl. Learn more about the book today and more about what exactly "zigzag girl" means in the interview of author Ruth Knafo Setton in the interview on Thursday. Plus a giveaway! Now, back to the review. More About Zigzag Girl Zigzag Girl, by Ruth Knafo Setton, is a twisty contemporary mystery with a touch of magic, set in Atlantic City and the eerie New Jersey Pine Barrens. Lucy Moon, a brilliant young magician with a mysterious past, work

When the temperature is in the single digits and you're required to head out into the arctic tundra to shovel snow, it is lovely to be able to head back inside to hot chocolate and a book about flowers. Which was exactly the circumstances under which I read Modern Floriography . We're on the countdown to the release of this book, as well as the blooms poking their eager heads through the soil. So while we wait, more about Modern Floriography. More about Modern Floriography A

Harriet Hates Lemonade takes on the difficult subject of abusive relationships. I must confess that, in the beginning, I was reluctant to review the book because I've read some novels on this subject and they drifted into horror for me and made me question if I could finish them. But I want to let you know that any physical violence is "off-stage" or buffered by being the memory of a person while the book focuses on other aspects of abusive relationships. Stop by next week fo

More About Marie Conner, A Leading Lady Marie was born a girl. That was only her first mistake, according to her father. In an era when daughters and wives are not supposed to be concerned with matters outside the home, Marie is determined to prove him wrong. To do this, she must break down barriers placed on women in society, overcome difficulties that befall her, surpass hardships from the Great Depression, and then face an inevitable relocation. Marie steps into her commun

Happy Release Day! Author R.J. Koreto latest book Winter's Season is being released today. Where's the cake, the balloons, the confetti? If this book sounds good to you don't forget to check out the other series he has written. Like me, R.J. is a history lover with series revolving around Historic Homes, Alice Roosevelt and Lady Frances Ffolkes. More About Winter's Season In 1817 London, Before the Police, There Was Captain Winter. London, 1817. A city teeming with life, ye

As a fan of Humphrey Bogart and his movies, how couldn't I be a fan of Lauren Bacall? They seemed like such an unlikely pairing that somehow, worked. To me, Bacall was everything most movie stars of the Golden Age weren't. She wasn't perky, blond, petite or bursting into song (or dancing) in random scenes. She was tall, mysterious, enchanting. I wanted to be Lauren Bacall. I first saw Lauren Bacall on the screen around four decades after she uttered those immortal words, "You

More About Bright Midnights In a world where viruses possess and dreams unlock new realms, 17 year old Amelie must navigate danger, love and her own dark powers to survive Amelie has always been different. Most high school students find life challenging, but 17-year old Amelie has a lot more to contend with than typical teenage angst. Ever since she turned 11, others have been irresistibly drawn to her-with tragic consequences. Her only escape is at night when she flies to di

Although it won't be released until March 10, I couldn't resist sharing this new children's picture book that takes place in the chilly days of early winter. I received a review copy of it through Edelweiss (thanks!) and if my review intrigues you, pre-order the hardcover or paperback edition HERE. While you're waiting for your copy to arrive, celebrate World Whale Day on the third Sunday in February, this year on February 15. More About Where There's a Whale There's a Way

Today I have a review and giveaway of one of the latest books touring with WOW blog tour - Rumination Remedies by Sheri McGregor. Yesterday I answered their writing prompt. Read my thoughts about awe in Nature HERE . You can also check out the author interview HERE . More About Rumination Remedies In Rumination Remedies, Sheri McGregor offers 41 powerful, practical tools to help you recognize, interrupt, and release repetitive thought loops. Thoughtfully written, immediatel

Thanks to WOW-Women on writing for another great book tour with Nina Amir. Over the years, Nina has given me so many new ways of looking at the craft of writing. She's back to tell us how writing can change the world. Check out her amazing schedule of guest posts at the end of my post. She's got me energized for 2026. I'm ready to change the world - what about you? More About Change the Book One World at a Time Writing has the potential to effect change. One look at the world

What Comes Next? Since it's December 26, most people would say "New Year's!" But I'm lucky enough to have the perfect book for a New Year's read. No, it's not a self-improvement, break your bad habits, be perfect book. No, it's a novel. We can all relate to with a main character in What Comes Next who has so much dropped in her lap she feels like she's drowning (who hasn't been there?). After reading Alex's story, you'll be sure that you are going to ROCK 2026. Compared to A

Have you ever played the people-I-would invite-to-a-dinner-party game? If you're like me, your guests change like the tides. I have a new...

I'm reading a trilogy I never would have chosen but find I am enjoying. It pays to try (and read) new things! This is a paranormal mystery - while I'm a super-fan of mystery, paranormal has never been prominent on my bookshelves. But I'm having fun with the Murder, Tea & Crystals trilogy and will be returning with reviews of Books 2 and 3 in January. More About Murder Under Redwood Moon At the age of eight, Arista Kelly was frantically swept up by her parents and whisked off

More About The Night of the Hedgehog A dad and his daughter make a kind of everyday magic in this third lyrical story from the creative...

Captive Heart at Brantmar Castle is the second book in the Mysteries of the Heart series. you can check out my review of the first book, Lost Heart in King Manor HERE . I don't think there's any problem reading book 2 first and it's a great getaway (to Scotland) for a cold wintery day. More About Captive Heart at Brantmar Castle Two mysteries. One fight for survival. And danger closing in from both sides of the sea. Gabby Heart travels to a remote Scottish castle with her be

Looks like Nonfiction November should be renamed Nonfiction November: The World War II Years - at least here at Words by Webb. What can I say, I'm captivated by the many facets of this time period. Check out this book and then go bake apple pies! thanksgiving is only two days away. More About Book and Dagger: How Scholars and Librarians Became the Unlikely Spies of World War II At the start of WWII, the U.S. found itself in desperate need of an intelligence agency. The Office

More about Courage and a Castle Courage and a Castle offers a unique and compassionate look at the human condition. The book opens with a poignant story about the author’s mother, Mary, near the end of her life and then reaches back to where Mary's memory no longer can. The book explores Mary's strength of character and strong work ethic that served as cornerstones for her future. Early in her marriage to the love of her life, Mary became the sole breadwinner for their famil

When my cousin Joann called from Syracuse to tell me I had to read Code Girls , I was under the impression that it was historical...

November is National Nonfiction Month so I'm shooting for one nonfiction book each month. I'll try to mix it up with some history(my...

Yes, I know I just announced days ago that I would be dedicating my blog to nonfiction reads to celebrate Nonfiction November. This is a fiction book but it is based on a historical event and I just couldn't resist sharing it with you. Thanks to Shirley and WOW Women on Writing who is organizing the tour. More About Zachary: The Seagoing Cowboy Zachary Whitlock knows sheep. He knows farming and knows what it’s like to have his best friend forced into an internment camp for Ja