Tag Archives: choosing books

Summer reading infographic from “The Expert Editor”

Posted on June 16, 2017 by

It’s summer, which means vacation time. The sun is out, and the weather is warm. One of the best ways to enjoy a summer day is to sit in the shade with a glass of your favorite beverage and a … Continue reading →

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The top 10 #thriller and #mystery titles on my TBR

Posted on May 5, 2017 by

You all know how much I love thrillers and mysteries. (even though I get burnt out once in a while) I thought I’d share the top ten titles that I’m really looking forward to reading in the next few weeks.  Feel … Continue reading →

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Book blurbs – what words will put me OFF?

Posted on April 27, 2017 by

As a bookblogger/bookreviewer and a retired public library fiction cataloguer, I have read countless ‘blurbs‘ on novels.  Some I read avidly, while others I drop like ‘hot potatoes’! Why would I dismiss a book so readily you ask?  Well, the blurb … Continue reading →

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“The Doll Funeral” by Kate Hamer – PUBLICATION DAY in UK!

Posted on February 16, 2017 by

Last February I read and reviewed Kate Hamer‘s debut novel “The girl in the red coat“. It was a favorite read of 2016 so when I saw her second novel on NetGalley, I was sad to discover that it wasn’t available … Continue reading →

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“Unlocking worlds: a reading companion for book lovers” by Sally Allen

Posted on January 22, 2017 by

The name of my blog sort of gives it away.  I read mostly FICTION.  However, the exception that proves the rule is that I read non-fiction if the subject matter is books. With “Unlocking worlds” I felt that I met … Continue reading →

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Top 5 titles I’m looking forward to in 2017

Posted on December 18, 2016 by

I have completed my Goodreads reading challenge of 100 books in 2016.  At present I’m reading #103, “The language of dying” by Sarah Pinborough.I plan to have the same challenge for 100 books in 2017. As I scanned my review … Continue reading →

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Hello October (Fictionophile updates)

Posted on September 30, 2016 by

Autumn is fast encroaching.  It is the favorite season of many booklovers, myself included. Autumn lends itself to cuddly blankets, cups of tea, and books.  Alternately reading outside in autumn is wonderful as well.  I enjoy both. September was a great month … Continue reading →

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My fiction wish list is never-ending…

Posted on September 23, 2016 by

I had a conversation with a fellow book club member about titles we want to read.  I was talking about a specific title and I guess I was raving…. Gulp! Who me? Rave about a book????   Anyway, she said … Continue reading →

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My #20booksofsummer Challenge… so far

Posted on August 15, 2016 by

20 Books of Summer was initiated by fellow blogger Cathy at 746 Books.  The time parameters of the #20booksofsummer challenge: June 1 – September 5, 2016. Book bloggers all have lengthy (sometimes never-ending) TBR lists.  This challenge serves as an … Continue reading →

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The top of my TBR pile… (or, laments of a book blogger)

Posted on April 18, 2016 by

I’ve read 27 novels since January 1st, 2016 – so… I’m on track for my target of 100 books this year.  I’ve read some excellent novels – and some that didn’t live up to the hype. Now, with various new … Continue reading →

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