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Finally, A New Book From Don Massenzio

Don Massenzio has put up his new book on preorder. Check out his trailer and blurb. It looks like a winner. Don Massenzio's Author Site 2017 was a tough year. My blog grew by leaps and bounds and I finished two books, but didn’t get either one edited or published. Most years I’ve published 2-3 […]

Review – John Howell’s Circumstances of Childhood

Don Massengo has given a very thoughtful review of Circumstances of Childhood. As most of you know, Don promotes authors as well as writing compelling novels. A visit to his site will give you an idea of his books as well as the opportunity to participate in his author interview program. My thanks to Don […]

The 2018 Author Interview Series Featuring John Howell

I have the pleasure of being the kick-off author interviewed by Don Massenzio for his new series of Author Interviews, He plans to do one a week so if you would like to participate, visit his blog. Even if you don’t want to participate a visit to Don’s blog is always a treat. I have […]

Tuesday – Anything Possible – New Year Portrait

Well, it is the new year and time for a portrait.  Lucy and Bailey were still for about twelve seconds on New Year’s Day and I caught them. I hope you have a great week.    

Jan’s TOP TEN Books 2017

Jan Sikes has named Circumstances of Childhood in her Top Ten list for 2017. Jan is a talented writer and musician and is currently featuring Stories from the Road written by her late husband Rick. Visit her blog and you will find a host of excellent books she has written. Thank you, Jan. A wonderful […]

Smorgasbord – Sally’s Book Reviews – Circumstances of Childhood by John W. Howell.

Sally G. Cronin’s review of Circumstances of Childhood is one that makes me glad I’m a writer. This book was a little different from my usual thriller work and I was pleased Sally recommends it. Sally is a very talented author and works hard all year promoting other authors. A visit to her blog will […]

My TOP 5 Fiction Reads of 2017. #RRBC #AuthorShout #IARTG #IndBk

Originally posted on Welcome to the World of Suzanne Burke.:
Hello and welcome to My TOP 5 Fiction Reads of 2017. ? When Only The BEST will do. ? It was a difficult task selecting My Favorite Reads of 2017. I have read and reviewed many books in this rapidly disappearing year. I select my…

Views of the Neighborhood – Snow

We had an unusual occurrence Friday. We got about an inch of snow and it was the first time since 2004. We woke up to snow. Here is a shot of the backyard. A corner with the giant Birds of Paradise. A third view of the backyard. This photo looks blurry in the distance but that […]

Top Ten Things Not to Do on Thanksgiving

The inspiration for this list is the fact that this week is Thanksgiving here in the US. There have been a number of Thanksgiving situations which I personally witnessed, and I thought it would be fun to capture them and provide ample warning for your occasion this year. If you have ever done any of these things, […]

Review : Circumstances of Childhood by John Howell

Originally posted on helenvalentina:
It’s always a pleasure to read a novel written by John Howell. He has a way of mixing action, thriller level excitement, real world politics, intelligent discourse and detail (much of which feels ripped presciently from today’s headlines), all wrapped up in believable, relatable, and importantly – likeable – characters.  And…