Reviewing Catherine Astl’s Mountain Mulekick, a Tale from the Moonshine Era
Catherine Astl’s Mountain Mulekick is a captivating novel. Using actual historical facts as well as some creativeness with fiction, she takes readers straight to the rugged landscapes of the Great Smoky Mountains. From the first page to the last, Astl’s paints a vivid image of the moonshine era in Cades Cove and Chestnut Flats. Astl […]
Lois P. Liggett Guest Post – Inspiration in Language
What inspired Lois P. Liggett to write Bone (& Body) Lessons: Culture, Measurement, and Language? People seek connections between past, present, and future. I was inspired to write this book to make those connections. The subject of bones is a hot topic for several reasons. Climate change is exposing the bones of our ancient relatives […]
Bone (& Body) Lessons is Educational and Enlightening (a Book Review)
Bone (& Body) Lessons by Lois P. Liggett is a blend of education and entertainment. As a lifelong learner fascinated by the intricacies of language and culture, I found this book very intriguing. It’s very unique, Liggett’s exploration of bone and language opened my eyes to the profound ways in which our bodies communicate stories […]
Ronald Stephens – Love Songs of the Zombie Book Spotlight
Love Songs of the Zombie: To Humanity at the Dawn of a New Millennium Love Songs of the Zombie attempts to bring science, philosophy and religion into agreement in order to make sense of reality in an intellectually sound and aesthetically pleasing manner. You want to base your beliefs on science, reason, and logic, while […]
There, He’s Crying: A Journey of Laughter and Tears: A Conversation with Author Ken Magill
Imagine a time when children played “guns” without raising an eyebrow, engaged in crab-apple wars, and shot tennis-ball cannons at each other. This was Ken Magill’s childhood, one of unbridled freedom, where summer mornings led to mysterious adventures with the stay-at-home moms blissfully unaware of their escapades. This nostalgic backdrop sets the stage for Magill’s […]
Confronting Antisemitism with Michael S. Gutter
I wrote this book for a few reasons. First off, I wanted to write it as if I was talking directly to a hate group member at a bar. When someone joins a group with just the purpose of hating someone, it should immediately tell you that they’re a moron or an idiot but most […]
A Linguistic Journey, Decoding Norse Mythology
Lois Liggett’s professional journey is truly remarkable. With a background in geriatric rehabilitation consulting in Japan and a career as a retired physical therapist, she holds an M.A. in gerontology and a B.S. in physical therapy. But Lois’s interests extend far beyond her medical profession. Her fascination with language is evident through her three years […]
Millennial History: America’s Past, Present, and Future
Millennial History by Steve Jackson is a thought-provoking exploration of the foundations of the American nation and the challenges it faces in the modern era. Steve Jackson, a retired history and government teacher, brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the table. In this interview, we learn a little more about Steve […]
Author Interview with social, economic and cultural Author Fabian Alexander Ortega
We had a chance to sit down and talk with social, economic and cultural Author Fabian Alexander Ortega. I wanted to bring the reader more information about this author whos book with take you on a journey of Emigration & Immigration BUY NOW ON AMAZON Describe yourself in five words Thinker, Spiritual, Wise, Storyteller, Philosopher […]
Author Q & A with Mr. Steve Wiegenstein Author of Slant of Light, This Old World, & The Language of Trees
Quote from your Book | Favorite Quote Decades had passed, but Charlotte vividly remembered the day a couple of months after the crime, when it became clear to all in Daybreak that Marie was carrying another child inside her, a child whose condition no one could know inside her damaged body, and the thought of […]
The Pedestriennes: America’s Forgotten Superstars – Book Review
The Pedestriennes: America’s Forgotten Superstars – Book Review “America’s forgotten superstars” is the sub-title of this great read and I could not think of a statement more apt. In a nation that glorifies our elite athletes for their superhuman strength and ability as well as scrutinize their personal lifestyles and choices, Hall makes the indisputable […]
Postcards from a War – Book Review
Postcards from a War – Book Review I would like to thank Vanita Books for allowing me an ARC of this book via Netgalley for an open and honest review. As we all know War is a hard subject for young and old. When my husband deployed I tried to find books that would help […]
Dixon Hearne Author Interview
Author Interview | Author Q & A with Dixon Hearne Q: As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? A:I had a wonderful elementary school experience, which left me with a desire to become a teacher. I did just that — teaching K-12 and later as an academic at California […]