Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter November 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Next by Michael Crichton https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html State of Fear by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0555167224.html Prey by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01882480376.html Timeline by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01265237313.html Sphere by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Congo by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0352380770.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9: LOST, Book 8: 4 Stars! “This story starts out with some awesome humor. Afterward, the reader slowly learns about Damaris and Griffin. When she stops along the highway for a much-needed break, things begin to get very spooky. Readers who have read other titles in this series will meet up with some familiar characters. This always makes the story a bit more real to me. I enjoy how the author does that. I am interested to see if these two titles fit together in some way since they are sold together, under one cover." FOUND, Book 9: 4 Stars! “The two main characters will be relatable to many readers. They do not have the best relatives, neither can be considered as good looking, and neither are happy with their lives. As the main characters began to dig for information and firsthand accounts involving a dybbuk, I could not help but become fascinated. (So much so that I Googled the topic and read a few online articles.) Toward the end of this tale, the author inserted a major twist. I never saw it coming! I actually heard myself gasp (no kidding) as things just clicked into place for me. The next title that I pick up by this author will have me begin reading with great consternation. When it comes to a story written by Karen Wiesner, anything can happen. And often does!” ~Huntress Reviews Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In October, I: -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art -Started editor revisions on HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series In November, I'll: -Finish editor revisions on HELL HATH NO FURY -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ 2024 and 2025 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html
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In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Next by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review State of Fear by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0555167224.html In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Prey by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01882480376.html In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Timeline by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01265237313.html In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Sphere by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter October 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Congo by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0352380770.html Eaters of the Dead by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01600619156.html Jurassic Park and The Lost World by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0885921605.html The Complete Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html The Ice Limit and Beyond the Ice Limit by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02056378288.html Relic and Reliquary by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In September, I: -Revised and did a final read-through polish of BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html; submitted -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Reviewed my last 11 books to be published/reissued to ensure they're in shape for publisher edits In October, I'll: -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series, Oldies But Goodies, this week I review Congo by Michael Crichton on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0352380770.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review Eaters of the Dead by Michael Crichton. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01600619156.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review Jurassic Park and The Lost World by Michael Crichton. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0885921605.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review The Complete Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter September 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Ice Limit and Beyond the Ice Limit by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02056378288.html Relic and Reliquary by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Mina and Blood to Blood: The Dracula Story Continues by Marie Kiraly: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html Murtagh, Book 1: The World of Eragon Series by Christopher Paolini: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01520287357.html The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Home Before Dark by Riley Sager: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In August, I: -Incorporated the critiques I received for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In September, I'll: -Revise and polish BAD BLOOD -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art -Do a final read-through polish of BAD BLOOD Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review The Ice Limit and Beyond the Ice Limit by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02056378288.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review Relic and Reliquary by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html New Alien Romances Blog Review: Mina and Blood to Blood, The Dracula Story Continues by Marie Kiraly8/20/2024 I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review Mina and Blood to Blood: The Dracula Story Continues by Marie Kiraly. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html New Alien Romances Blog Review: Murtagh, Book 1: The World of Eragon Series by Christopher Paolini8/11/2024 I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of Murtagh, Book 1: The World of Eragon Series by Christopher Paolini on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01520287357.html I've posted a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter August 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Home Before Dark by Riley Sager: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html The Andromeda Evolution by Daniel H. Wilson, sequel to The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01477426669.html Alex Hunter Adventures by Greig Beck: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In July, I: -Revised BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series; sent out for critiques; ordered cover art -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In August, I'll: -Incorporate any critiques I receive for BAD BLOOD then revise and polish -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html I've started an off-shoot of my Put This One on Your TBR List review series with Oldies But Goodies on the Alien Romances Blog. This week I review Home Before Dark by Riley Sager. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html New on the Alien Romances Blog, I discuss "How Not to Write a Series" in the final of a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html In case you missed the previous two, you'll find them here: Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html New on the Alien Romances Blog, I discuss "How Not to Write a Series" in the second of a new, three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html New on the Alien Romances Blog, I discuss "How Not to Write a Series" in a new, three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html I received a new review for HIDDEN, Book 6: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: 4 Stars! "A well-crafted amnesia plot is always enthralling. Tobias has no memory of his family or early years. From his perspective, his life began in the midst of his military service. Now he and his wife, Sybilla, have an apparently ideal life in terms of both their intense mutual love and the material prosperity and fulfilling work they enjoy. They have close friends, including Wolf, his former Marine comrade. Tobias’s inheritance of Howling Halls, a house on a mountaintop in Bloodmoon Cove, from the parents he doesn’t remember changes everything. Tobias, Sybilla, and their companions plan to spend only a short time in the house unless they decide it’s suitable for a volume in their “Offbeat” book series. Of course, the reader knows complications will derail their plans. Sybilla’s unexpected pregnancy and Tobias’s limited mobility from a recent accident make the project risky from the start. The danger of their isolation at a site where weather can turn dangerous with little or no warning is heightened by the discovery that Howling Halls, although modern and luxurious, is haunted—maybe by one or more ghosts, but also by something more alien and lethal than a ghost. The detail of the elevator that won’t go up to the top floor is unusual and delightfully creepy. Tobias also finds out he had a sister who died young. The temptation to disregard the local ghost expert’s warning not to interact with spirits becomes almost impossible to resist. As any fan of haunted-house fiction would expect, forces both natural and supernatural conspire to keep the characters from leaving and, once they escape, impel them to return. The reader never feels like yelling, “You idiots, don’t do that,” because their behavior has consistently believable motivations. The connections between the enigmas of Tobias’s amnesia and the house itself are skillfully interwoven in the buildup to the terrifying revelation of how they fit together. Filipino folklore, obviously carefully researched, adds rich layers of supernatural mystery. The truth about Tobias’s past comes as an astonishing, horrific shock. Established fans of the series will recognize recurring characters among the residents of Bloodmoon Cove. As with most of these books, however, it’s in no way necessary to have read other novels to enjoy this one. Given the shattering facts about Tobias’s background, the happy ending he attains with Sybilla requires (for me, at least) some suspension of disbelief, but the characters are so engaging and have suffered so much that one welcomes and rejoices in their ultimate happiness." ~author Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ This week on the Alien Romances Blog, I talk "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I review the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html |
AuthorWelcome to Karen's Quill, the blog of author Karen Wiesner. In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen is the accomplished author of nearly 150 titles published in the past 25 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with 9 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. Archives
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