Category: Non-Fiction & Educational

#MeetMyCharacter: Harry the Camel

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Character Interview, Children's Book, FEATURE, Interview, Middle Grade Lit, Women Writers, Young Readers

MEET MY CHARACTER Tell us about your story: What is the name of your book? Harry the Camel What genre is it? Children’s Picture Book When and where is your tale set? Dubai, UAE Who are you? What is your name? Harry the Camel. Are you a fictional or historical character? I am a fictional … Continue reading #MeetMyCharacter: Harry the Camel

Either / Or versus Neither / Nor

by J.M. Northup, posted in Editing, Grammar/Punctuation, How-To, Informational, Literacy, Non-Fiction & Educational

Often, people confuse either and neither. Since these are connected to or and nor, I decided to include these with this post, as well. My husband and I had a recent conversation where this came up. The simplest way to put this is that either is always used with or and neither with nor. Either … Continue reading Either / Or versus Neither / Nor

My Book Review of Orange Juiced (Tea Shop Cozy Mystery Book 4)

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

Orange Juiced by Katherine Hayton My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another Entertaining InstallmentThis installment brings a fun side of Willow as she meets her idol. As expected, mayhem ensues, but Willow and her crew won't rest. The problem is, are they right or simply starstruck?What I liked was seeing a more relaxed side of … Continue reading My Book Review of Orange Juiced (Tea Shop Cozy Mystery Book 4)

That’s #PUN-ny: Ants & Bees

by J.M. Northup, posted in Funny Stuff I Like, Humor & Satire, Non-Fiction & Educational

I thought it would be fun to enjoy some cute word play about ants and bees. I liked the illustrations and the puns were cute, so I hope you enjoy these.I am curious to see what books I can find related to them, too.Afterall, you never know what you'll find on the shelves of a … Continue reading That’s #PUN-ny: Ants & Bees

World Authors Organization’s Interview with Diann Floyd Boehm

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author Interview, Author/Book Spotlight, FEATURE, Interview, Women Writers

I am so honored to be friends and colleagues with this amazing woman. Diann Floyd Boehm is an educator, humanitarian, and an award-winning international bestselling children's and young adult author. She is a kind and beautiful soul. Diann was interviewed on Apr 18, 2023 by World Authors Organization for their online publication. I am pleased … Continue reading World Authors Organization’s Interview with Diann Floyd Boehm