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Do you remember the first book that ever made you cry? For me, it was Bridge to Terabithia. I remember thinking at the time that I had...
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Mary Lanni
Aug 17, 20212 min read
The Unflinching Ash
Every once in a while, I come across a book that stands apart from the rest, a single novel that encompasses what some others cannot...
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Mary Lanni
Aug 13, 20213 min read
100 Hours
I stumbled upon this series quite by accident, having misremembered a recommendation from a friend. However, I am so glad I found it, as...
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Mary Lanni
Aug 10, 20212 min read
Paola Santiago and the Forest of Nightmares
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it here again - I love that there are so many book series being written that showcase mythology from...
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Mary Lanni
Aug 6, 20212 min read
Sleeping Around
I love to be surprised by books, especially ones that connect several elements into a well-composed examination of the human experience....
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Mary Lanni
Aug 3, 20212 min read
Kingdom of Secrets
As was the case for many other people, The Hunger Games was a book that left a literary mark on me. Katniss Everdeen, as the symbol of...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 30, 20214 min read
July Book Highlights
I hope you are all staying cool in this steamy month of July. I've been enjoying diving into fantasy worlds and beautiful stories this...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 27, 20212 min read
DreamRovers
Sometimes, you need a good series that focuses on the strength of the human spirit while incorporating magic realism in a compelling way....
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Mary Lanni
Jul 23, 20216 min read
Tales of Liamec
It is so much fun to learn about the myriad characters involved in a good series, especially when different people are featured in...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 20, 20212 min read
Angel Eyes
As I’ve mentioned before, I love the fact that I have been asked to beta read a handful of books. Through this, I get to see books as...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 16, 20212 min read
Haven Enduring
I was lucky enough to get to beta read this story for H.B. Reneau, offering thoughts and feedback as she was tying everything together....
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Mary Lanni
Jul 13, 20213 min read
Author Feature: Karen Lynn Williams
Every so often, there is a children’s book author who connects with cultures so deeply that their stories simultaneously educate and...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 9, 20212 min read
The Verdigris Pawn
One of the most enjoyable parts of reading, for me, is being able to escape the stresses of the real world and dive into a fantasy...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 6, 20212 min read
The Last Shimmer
I continue to be impressed by the skills and ambition of young authors as more and more of their work comes to my attention. Thanks to...
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Mary Lanni
Jul 2, 20212 min read
Eve's Ducklings
You know that feeling when you see the cover of a book and it just makes you smile? Picture books are some of my favorites for that...
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Mary Lanni
Jun 29, 20216 min read
June Book Highlights
June was a wonderful month of stories! Now that the world is opening up post-COVID, I'm finding I'm spending more time with people again....
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Mary Lanni
Jun 25, 20213 min read
The Coblyn Chronicles
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know I have a soft spot for Celtic language and folklore. Typically, that connection...
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Mary Lanni
Jun 22, 20214 min read
The Dryad's Cede
There is a special place in literature for fairy tales. These memorable stories are at once enjoyable and carry important messages for...
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Mary Lanni
Jun 18, 20212 min read
Strong Like the Sea
I was lucky enough to travel to Hawaii when I was younger, and it was a trip that I will remember forever. I loved that there were stands...
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Mary Lanni
Jun 16, 20213 min read
A Mermaid in Middle Grade
There is an art to writing series for independent readers transitioning to longer chapter books. Series like The Magic Treehouse and...
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