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My Book Review of Charlie and the Tire Swing: How it Began

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Middle Grade Lit, Women Writers, Young Readers

Charlie and the Tire Swing: How it Began by Diann Floyd Boehm My rating: 5 of 5 stars What A Loving LegacyThis tale is loving and warm. There's a charming legacy of simple joys in life - of the ones that truly help us to grow and unite. In it, there's a beauty that will … Continue reading My Book Review of Charlie and the Tire Swing: How it Began

My Book Review of Spooky Sleuths #1: The Ghost Tree

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Ghosts & Spirits, Horror & Occult, Middle Grade Lit, Mystery, Thrillers, & Suspense, Paranormal & Supernatural, Series, Sleuth (Amateur & Female), Women Writers, Young Readers

Spooky Sleuths #1: The Ghost Tree by Natasha Deen My rating: 5 of 5 stars A Story of Friendship and CooperationThis mystery was entertaining. At times, it was gross, but it wouldn’t be a good horror story if it wasn’t, right? Goosebumps move over, there’s a new series in town LOLThough the paranormal elements drew … Continue reading My Book Review of Spooky Sleuths #1: The Ghost Tree

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by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Horror & Occult, Paranormal & Supernatural, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Urban Fantasy

The newest adventure into horror by critically acclaimed author, Kev Harrison Released and published by Brigids Gate PressThe book is available worldwide in paperback and e-format Decades after his grandfather was buried alive in a Californian gold mine, Dr. Nick Jones teams up with an adventure travel influencer to venture underground and film a documentary, … Continue reading Below

How to Live Like a Monk: Medieval Wisdom for Modern Life

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Health, Fitness & Dieting, History, Medicine & Health Professions, Non-Fiction & Educational, Self-help, Wellness & Self Help, Women Writers

HOW TO LIVE LIKE A MONK: MEDIEVAL WISDOM FOR MODERN LIFE How medieval monastic practices―with their emphasis on a healthy soul, mind, and body―can inspire us to live fuller lives today We know that they prayed, sang, and wore long robes, but what was it really like to be a monk? Though monastic living may … Continue reading How to Live Like a Monk: Medieval Wisdom for Modern Life

What Is Frankenstein Friday?

by J.M. Northup, posted in Holidays & Observances

This year it is 28 October 2022 https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-frankenstein-friday-last-friday-in-october Who hasn't heard of Frankenstein? Is he not arguably the most quintessential monster of all time? Any why not? After all, he is so human. Every October, in honor his creator, we celebrate this iconic creature on Frankenstein Friday. This observance is done on the last Friday … Continue reading What Is Frankenstein Friday?