Review - Don't Be Mean to Thirteen by Douglas Harris, Illustrated by YipJar

Today I have the privilege of sharing my review of, Don't Be Mean to Thirteen by Douglas Harris, an insightful, educational and entertaining children's book.

ISBN-13: 978-1952843136
Publisher: Label Free Publishing 
Release Date: 10-13-2023
Length: 24 pp
Source: Publicist for Review
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Overview:

Thirteen is feared and disliked for no good reason, while Twelve has always been so popular! When Thirteen and his friend Friday get together -watch out for friggatriskaidekaphobia! Explore the ancient historical roots of these popular superstitions while encouraging children to use evidence-based, critical thinking with our friend, Thirteen!

Showcase- All I See Is Violence by Angie Elita Newell

Today I'm showcasing All I See is Violence by Indigenous author and historian, Angie Elita Newell who draws from real events to intertwine the stories of a professor, a soldier, and a warrior from three different time periods.

This is an important story and I hope to have it read and reviewed soon!

ASIN: ‎ B0CB9HPHDC
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Press
Release Date: 01-16-2024
Length: 312pp
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Overview:

A woman warrior, a ruthless general, and a single mother―three stories deftly braided into the legacy of a stolen nation

The US government stole the Black Hills from the Sioux, as it stole land from every tribe across North America. Forcibly relocated, American Indians were enslaved under strict land and resource regulations. Indigenous writer Angie Elita Newell brings a poignant retelling of the catastrophic, true story of the 1876 Battle of Little Bighorn and the social upheaval that occurred on the Pine Ridge Reservation in 1972 during the height of the American Indian Movement.

Cheyenne warrior Little Wolf fights to maintain her people’s land and heritage as General Custer leads a devastating campaign against American Indians, killing anyone who refuses to relocate to the Red Cloud Agency in South Dakota. A century later, on that same reservation, Little Wolf’s relation Nancy Swiftfox raises four boys with the help of her father-in-law, while facing the economic and social ramifications of this violent legacy.

All I See Is Violence weaves love, loss, and hard truths into a story that needs to be told―a journey through violence to bear witness to all that was taken, to honor what all of our ancestors lived through, and to heal by acknowledging the shadows in order to find the light.

Review: A Very Dinosaur Birthday by Adam Wallace

 Today I’m reviewing the delightful children’s book A Very Dinosaur Birthday by Adam Wallace, illustrated by Christopher Nielsen and I want to thank Smith Publicity for proving the book.

Enjoy!

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• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1400242053
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1400242054
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 10 years
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• Your family will roar with laughter at this funny read-aloud from Adam Wallace, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the How to Catch series. What if dinosaurs showed up at your birthday party? From prehistoric presents to games crashing out of control and your snacks going extinct, it's a dino disaster!

  Dinosaurs are big, and strong, and scary, and farty, 

  So do you really want them coming to your birthday party?

  Watch out! Birthdays will never be the same with this silly picture book adventure featuring lively rhymes and hilarious illustrations!

  A Very Dinosaur Birthday is perfect for

  • boys and girls 4 to 10 years old and dino lovers of all ages
  • fans of Dragons Love Tacos and How to Catch a Dinosaur 
  • fun family story times and getting the giggles out before bed
  • a gift for birthdays and other celebrations

Showcase/Excerpt So Close by Slivia Day Blog Tour Smith Publicity

Today is my stop on the So Close by Silvia Day blog tour sponsored by Smith Publicity read on for an excerpt and more about the book and author.
Enjoy!

ASIN: B0B8MC9935
Publisher: ‎ Rōnin House
Release Date: 3-28-2023
Length: 397pp
Blacklist #1
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Overview:

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Crossfire® saga comes the beginning of a twisty tale of obsession and rage, as a trinity of women protect what they covet at any cost.

You can’t believe all of them, but can you trust any of them?

Widower Kane Black is still ruinously married to his late wife, Lily. Grief has hollowed him… until he sees a woman with his wife’s inimitable beauty on the streets of Manhattan. He whisks her up to his towering penthouse, protectively under guard, nestling her in dark opulence where Lily’s memory is a possessive beguiling force.

Aliyah, Kane’s mother, deals in science. There are too many questions, too few answers, and too much at stake. “Lily” has dangerous control over Kane and there can be only one queen on the throne.

Amy, Kane’s sister-in-law, has been bloodied by deceit and betrayal, and she’s devolving into murderous rage. She’s paid too high a price and now intends to claim what she’s owed.

Three women, linked by buried secrets, circle the man who unquestioningly accepts the return of his beloved long-dead wife. Kane is happier than he’s ever been, and he’ll do anything to stay that way.

Propulsive and sly, So Close is a lushly gothic novel of domestic suspense with the emotional intensity, scorching sensuality, and complex exploration of female trauma that are the hallmarks of multimillion-copy international bestseller Sylvia Day.

Showcase: Bone By Bone: A Memoir of Trauma and Healing by Geralyn Ritter

Today I'm showcasing memoir by Geralyn Ritter who survived the tragic and deadly Amtrak derailment in May of 2015, 8 passengers died and more than 150 were injured. All information provided by Geralyn's publicist Smith Publicity.

Geralyn is donating 100% of her proceeds to trauma professionals, medicine, and survivors. 

Enjoy!

ISBN-13: 978-1950465552
Publisher: The Core Media Group
Release Date: 06-24-2022
Length: 216pp
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Overview:

On May 12, 2015, Amtrak 188 derailed outside of Philadelphia. Eight passengers were killed and more than 150 were injured. The National Transportation Safety Board concluded that the conductor had “lost situational awareness” and sped through the sharpest curve in the Northeast at more than double the maximum speed limit.

Geralyn Ritter was in the first car of Amtrak 188, and she was thrown from the train with such intensity that her abdominal organs were forced through her diaphragm into her chest. Unable to breathe on her own and suffering massive blood loss, she was not expected to survive. After weeks in the ICU, she endured dozens of surgeries over the next several years, PTSD, chronic pain, depression and opioid dependence. But if you saw her walking down the street today, tussling with her three sons, or ringing the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange as a top executive for her company, you would never guess everything she had been through.

With humor, grace, and no-holds-barred honesty, Geralyn describes the journey back to life in her new book Bone by Bone: A Memoir of Trauma and Healing [Core Media Group, June 28, 2022]. Her gains were hard-fought and the scars run deep, even if they are well hidden. Drawing on the latest research on the psychological and physical effects of pain, Geralyn—a health policy expert, Executive Vice President of an S&P 500 healthcare company—describes how healing from trauma is a lifelong process, for both survivors and those who love and care for them. Geralyn dives into difficult topics including depression, polytrauma, and the strain that recovery put on her marriage and relationships. Yet she also shares the insights and resources that lit her way through this dark period, such as the support of her community and family, faith and prayer, honoring the lives lost, allowing herself to grieve, and offering genuine appreciation for the gift of each new day. She also shares what it was like to go back to work, endure the whispers of the doubters, and retake her place in the boardroom.

For readers of In Shock by Rana Awdish, Everything Happens For A Reason: And Other Lies I’ve Loved by Kate Bowler, and Together: A Memoir Of A Marriage And A Medical Mishap by Judy Goldman, memoir fans will find Geralyn Ritter’s Bone by Bone tells an incredible story of physical and mental hardship and the journey to recovery.

A support for those suffering from pain and trauma and their caregivers, Bone by Bone sheds light on their symptoms and side-effects, offers hope for recovery, and provides comfort in hearing the story of someone who has been there. Ultimately, this is a story of hope and survival against incredible odds that offers lessons in resilience for all of us.

Bone by Bone shares Geralyn Ritter’s powerful story of resilience to offer support and encouragement for those suffering from pain and trauma, as well as for their caregivers. It deals honestly with the long-lasting impact of sudden trauma and extends hope – from the perspective of someone who has been there. And back.

In a further effort to help others who have experienced traumatic events, Geralyn Ritter will be giving 100% of her proceeds to trauma professionals, medicine, and survivors.

Review - Far Side of The Moon by Liisa Jorgensen

Today I'm excited to be sharing my review of Far Side of The Moon by Liisa Jorgensen, the real love story of Frank and Susan Borman and the life of a military family thrown to the wolves.

Thank you to Smith Publicity for the review copy!

ISBN-13: 978-1641606066
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Release Date: 12-07-2021
Length: 336pp
Source: Smith Publicity for review
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Overview:

The decades-long love story of a NASA commander and the leader of the Astronaut Wives Club

Far Side of the Moon is the untold, fully authorized story of the lives of Frank and Susan Borman. One was a famous astronaut—an instrumental part of the Apollo space program—but the other was just as much a warrior. This real-life love story is far from a fairy tale.

Life as a military wife was beyond demanding, but Susan always rose to the occasion. When Frank joined NASA and was selected to command the first mission to orbit the moon, that meant putting on a brave face for the world as her husband risked his life for the space race. The pressure and anxiety were overwhelming, and eventually Susan’s well-hidden depression and alcoholism finally came to light. Frank had to come to terms with how his “mission above all else” mentality contributed to his wife’s suffering. As Susan healed, she was able to begin helping others who suffered in silence from mental illness and addiction.

Discover how Frank and Susan’s love and commitment to each other is still overcoming life’s challenges, even beyond their years as an Apollo commander and the founder of the Astronaut Wives Club.

Showcase - Far Side of The Moon: Apollo 8 Commander Frank Borman and the Woman Who Gave Him Wings by Liisa Jorgensen

Today I'm so excited to be showcasing Far Side of The Moon a true love story about Frank and Susan Borman. Be sure and check back later in the month when I review this touching story.
Enjoy!

ISBN-13: 978-1641606066
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Release Date: 12-07-2021
Length: 336pp
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Overview:

The decades-long love story of a NASA commander and the leader of the Astronaut Wives Club

Far Side of the Moon is the untold, fully authorized story of the lives of Frank and Susan Borman. One was a famous astronaut—an instrumental part of the Apollo space program—but the other was just as much a warrior. This real-life love story is far from a fairy tale.

Life as a military wife was beyond demanding, but Susan always rose to the occasion. When Frank joined NASA and was selected to command the first mission to orbit the moon, that meant putting on a brave face for the world as her husband risked his life for the space race. The pressure and anxiety were overwhelming, and eventually Susan’s well-hidden depression and alcoholism finally came to light. Frank had to come to terms with how his “mission above all else” mentality contributed to his wife’s suffering. As Susan healed, she was able to begin helping others who suffered in silence from mental illness and addiction.

Discover how Frank and Susan’s love and commitment to each other is still overcoming life’s challenges, even beyond their years as an Apollo commander and the founder of the Astronaut Wives Club.

#GIVEAWAY Eye For Eye Author J.K. Franco Q&A

Welcome to my stop on the Eye For Eye by J.K. Franco blog tour. Read all about this chilling novel, book one in his brand new Talion series. And J.K.'s publicist Smith Publicity is sponsoring a #Giveaway, details below.

Now this book is not for the feint of heart but fans of twisty turning thrillers get ready for your next must read.
Enjoy!

ISBN-13:
 978-1999318802

Publisher: Talion Press


Release Date: 6-22-2019


Length:
 432pp

Talion Series book 1

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Overview:

"NEW TWIST ON STRANGERS ON A TRAIN" 

THE SUNDAY TIMES When I first met Susie, she appeared to be a normal, happily-married woman dealing with tragedy.Then, I uncovered her secrets. While I could understand everything that she’d done, I could never approve.But, knowing what she was capable of, it became clear that if I was going to survive her, I had to play by her rules.And, the first and most important rule is… leave no singing bones.

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