March month in books

Marvelous March Must-Reads: Month in Books

Welcome to the March edition of the Month in Books series! This month, we’re excited to dive into a diverse collection of books that not only captivate and inspire, but also creatively spell out “March” with their titles. Whether you’re looking to cozy up with a mystery or explore a new world, these delightful March […]

Literary Time Capsule: The Enduring Legacy of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein

Introduction to Frankenstein Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus was published in 1818. This groundbreaking novel intertwines the Gothic and science fiction genres. At just 18 years old, Shelley crafted a narrative that explores profound themes. It looks at human ambition, ethical boundaries and the ethics and responsibilities of creation. Pop culture, starting way […]

Book Review: Why Do We Say That by Scott Matthews

Why Do We Say That? is one of several books of the same title by Scott Matthews. Each looks at various idioms of the English language. Or rather, American English to be more precise. The information with each idiom tends to be repetitive. Many do not completely convey the true meaning of the idiom as […]

Book Review: Oracle by Thomas Olde Heuvelt

Heuvelt’s Oracle starts when two students biking their way to school one foggy morning make an incredible discovery. They find the wreck of a ship from the 1700s in the middle of a tulip field. One student- Emma- enters the ship and vanishes. Others follow, before the government steps in and seals the area off. […]

Book Review: Guillotine by Delilah Dawson

***Trigger warning- abuse, murder, contentious political opinions Dawson’s Guillotine follows fashion designer hopeful Dez, who’s playing would-be beau Patrick Ruskin in order to meet his mother. Marie Caulfield-Ruskin is editor-in-chief of the prestigious Nouveau magazine, and Dez desperately wants an internship. But an invitation to the Island, the ancestral home of Patrick’s family becomes a […]

Book Review: Morning Star by Pierce Brown

Morning Star is the last book in Pierce Brown’s Red Rising trilogy. I devoured this book as fast as the other two! It explores deep topics like the cost of friendship, the horrors of war and terrorism, the value of compassion over violence, and above all, humanity’s capacity to change, while maintaining a fast pace. […]

Fabulous February Finds: Month in Books

Father Figure by James J Cudney Between the fast-paced New York City, a rural Mississippi town and a charming Pennsylvania college campus filled with secrets, two young girls learn the consequences of growing up too quickly. Abused by her mother, Amalia Graeme longs to escape her desolate hometown and fall in love. Contemplating her loss […]

Hidden Gems: Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig

Welcome to another installment of our ‘Hidden Gems’ series, where we uncover extraordinary books that deserve more attention. Today, we’re diving into the dark and mesmerizing world of Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig. This is a novel of wickedly delicious supernatural horror. Book Details Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig Publication Date: September 26, […]

Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig

Black River Orchard has become one of my favourite of Wendig’s books. I love apples! My relatives called me an apple snob, and compared to them I guess to them I am. They are happy with Granny Smith and Delicious apples. Me, I am all about trying any new apple that comes into the grocery, […]

The Art of Saying ‘No’: Boundary Setting with a Chronic Illness

Welcome to the world of chronic illness, where “no” is not just a word—it’s a lifestyle choice. Whether you’re dealing with perpetual fatigue, unpredictable pain, or the delightful rollercoaster of symptoms that come with your condition, setting boundaries is your secret weapon. Let’s dive into the art of saying ‘no’ with flair and finesse, because […]