Author: J.M. Northup

J.M. Northup is an author, editor, and founding partner of Norns Triad Publications.

My Book Review of The Marvelous Exploits of Paul Bunyan

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Folklore, Myths & Legends

The Marvelous Exploits of Paul Bunyan by W.B. Laughead My rating: 3 of 5 stars Lots of TellingBeing a native Minnesotan and growing up with the tradition of Paul Bunyan, I was excited about reading this book. My expectation didn't match the reality, which is probably the biggest reason I rated it so low. I … Continue reading My Book Review of The Marvelous Exploits of Paul Bunyan

THAT’S #PUN-NY: Plants & Garden

by J.M. Northup, posted in Funny Stuff I Like, Humor & Satire

With the sun shining and summer at hand, I am enjoying the weather and watching the fields blooming around me. It made me thankful for the greenery, which inspired this weeks puns and jokes.*****You never know what you'll find on the shelves of a book store or in library - often there are some great … Continue reading THAT’S #PUN-NY: Plants & Garden

Meet Mia Ellis

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Character Interview, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Contemporary Romance, FEATURE, Interview, Romance, Series, Western & Pioneer, Women Writers

Meet My Character Tell us about your story:What is the name of your book?TASTEFULLY TEXASWhat genre is it?Contemporary Western Romance When and where is your tale set? Modern-day Texas, the beautiful Texas Hill Country, to be exact. Who are you?What is your name?Mia EllisAre you a fictional or historical character?FictionalWhat’s your role in the story … Continue reading Meet Mia Ellis

My Book Review of Hibiscus Homicide (Tea Shop Cozy Mystery Book 6)

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Cozy Mystery, Crime, Mystery, Thrillers, & Suspense, Series, Women Writers, Women's Fiction

Hibiscus Homicide by Katherine Hayton My rating: 5 of 5 stars Great Final InstallmentI really enjoyed this book. It was fun to have an adventure with Willow and Reg, this time. I felt the cozy cozy in this story and thought it was a perfect way to tie up the series. What I loved was … Continue reading My Book Review of Hibiscus Homicide (Tea Shop Cozy Mystery Book 6)

Meet Jerrod Francis Grost

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Character Interview, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, FEATURE, Interview, Mystery, Thrillers, & Suspense, Romance, Women Writers

Meet My Character Tell us about your story:What is the name of your book?“I haven’t finished writing it yet so there isn’t a title… I looked at Julie… Oh you mean the story I’m the lead man in. Sorry. It’s called New Identity and is part of the Forever Mine Brand and published via Plaisted … Continue reading Meet Jerrod Francis Grost