Tag: reading
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Ebooks versus Print
Ebook or hardcover? I’ve always preferred print, but since COVID, my interest in ebooks has increased. I’ve come to appreciate the advantages of ebooks versus print. Below, I’ll share my thoughts and experiences with both. Print: the Tradition I grew up reading in my father’s library of fantasy novels. He kept stacks neatly on his […]
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Book Review: The Eye of the I
After my journey through the Mistborn trilogy, I returned to nonfiction. From personal experience, nonfiction has helped me with some worldbuilding issues in the past. I chose a heavy philosophical read by David Hawkins. The Eye of the I promised to unveil some interesting tidbits about life; I wasn’t disappointed. Information David Hawkins’ books are […]
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2021 Top Five Favorite Reads
Another chapter in the history of Earth passes! Reviewing my year in reads, I’ve determined my top five favorite novels. # 1: Divine Summons Divine Summons was a blast to read. I finished the whole series quickly. Despite its odd PoV preferences, I was hooked. Its hard fantasy setting and solid characters were excellent, coupled […]
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Antagonists and Villains in Fiction
Hello, my readers, to another installation about fictional worlds! It’s been a stressful time for all of us, so I wanted to entertain you with another post of mine: Villains in Fiction! Last time, I discussed the purpose of disease in fiction. In many ways, disease is like an invisible antagonist that cannot be seen—but […]
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Reading Habits Questionnaire
As creative writers, we share a common habit, one that drives us into untold worlds, dimensions, and adventures. It’s a ritual shared by many for generations. Reading. It makes us what we are. A writer friend was curious about her own reading habits and started a questionnaire. I decided to do the same. For me, […]
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Book Review: Dragon Champion
I came across a nice read at the library the other week: Dragon Champion by E E Knight. The characters and the plot were uniquely written, and the pacing fast and exciting, though it started a bit slow earlier on. I enjoyed the read, and may continue to the sequel. Premise The plot follows the […]
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Book Review: Sword of Fire
After finishing a long beta read and dealing with more hours at work, I’m ready to get back to blogging. In the meanwhile, I finished another fantasy book. The Sword of Fire by Katherine Kerr was an interesting read. Premise The story of Deverry is a generic fantasy with dwarves, elves, dragons, and humans. Here’s […]
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Ethereal Seals Blog Update 4/12/21
It’s been a while since I shared an update. Editing book one of Ethereal Seals, working on the manuscript for book two, a long beta read, lots of health and healing research, plus increasing hours at my day job—I’ve been quite busy. Edits and Revisions After another read through of Blade of Dragons, I’ve finished […]
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Book Review: Farseeker
Farseeker, by Joanna Starr, presented a story I’ve rarely read elsewhere. Filled with new age concepts, classic fantasy tropes, and more—the story was worth the read. Let’s dig into this review, shall we? Premise Farseeker is a science fantasy, with a blend of sci-fi and classic fantasy tropes. The story begins as a straight fantasy, […]
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Book Review: Beyond Training
I’ve been reading more lately, delving into the world of nonfiction. And boy, what a dive it was… Beyond Training by Ben Greenfield was a hell of a trip, a good one at that. The book was well worth the read, and I’ll share the details of my experience below. Premise The book starts fast […]
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