Category: History

My Book Review of Spring House

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Historical Fiction, History, Series

Spring House (Westward Sagas, Book 1) by David Bowles My rating: 4 of 5 stars Revolutionary War Historical FictionAs a history buff and lover of historical fiction, I found this book a fast and entertaining read. A unique blend of academic rhetoric with warm storytelling, it was easy to get lost in this fact-based tale. … Continue reading My Book Review of Spring House

Good Morning Sunshine & Carey Price

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Children's Book, Middle Grade Lit, Sports & Outdoors, Women Writers, Young Readers

JUST IN TIME FOR BACK TO SCHOOL A blockbuster duo of books by critically acclaimed Children and Young Adult author, Lorna Schultz Nicholson Good Morning SunshineThe Joey Moss Story Joey Moss first became known to many Canadians because of his work with the NHL Edmonton Oilers hockey team. Joey loved connecting with people. Whether he … Continue reading Good Morning Sunshine & Carey Price

My Book Review of Olympian Passion: Olympian Love Trilogy Book 1

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Collections, Series, & Box Sets, Romance, Series, Women Writers

Olympian Passion by Andrya Bailey My rating: 3 of 5 stars A romance for philhellenesI was drawn to this book because of the beautiful cover as well as my love of archaeology. The idea of Greek mythology and art blended with love at first sight was a lovely premise for a story. Obviously, I needed … Continue reading My Book Review of Olympian Passion: Olympian Love Trilogy Book 1

#DidYouKnow – The Soviet’s Were The 1st On The Moon?

by J.M. Northup, posted in Astronomy, Aviation, Biographies & Memoirs, FEATURE, History, Non-Fiction & Educational, Space, STEM

Luna 2's Historic Flight Happened in September #DidYouKnow is a Blog Series on www.jmnorthup.com I recently read a book, Hot Moon by Alan Smale, and it hit home. With the Artemis program kicking off and our planned return to the moon, I thought it would be fun to review some history facts. One facet of the Space Race … Continue reading #DidYouKnow – The Soviet’s Were The 1st On The Moon?

Meet Will From Shooting Star

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

MEET MY CHARACTER Tell us about your story?What is the name of your book?SHOOTING STARWhat genre is it?Mystery-ThrillerWhen and where is your tale set?Santa Anita Park, an actual racetrack in CaliforniaWho are you?What is your name?WILL MARSHALLAre you a fictional or historical character?FictionalWhat’s your role in the story – are you the protagonist or a … Continue reading Meet Will From Shooting Star