Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. E. B. Howell’s As Much as I Care to Remember is a frank portrayal of living with bipolar disorder. Howell’s honest dedication to raising awareness about bipolar disorder delivers an empathetic and authentic narrative about Liddy, a woman battling the world around her and the multiple narratives spun by her episodes of … Continue reading Review of As Much as I Care to Remember, E. B. Howell
Disclaimer: I received a free PDF copy in return for an ARC review. I should begin by stating I have no small children of my own so when I read Quincey’s Questions I recalled to mind my former self, a tiny, serious girl who loved the look and feel of picture books. The girl who … Continue reading BLOG FEATURE – QUINCEY’S QUESTIONS
Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. Stargazer by Rachel M. Patterson is a short collection of seventeen poems and illustrations. Often, I search for the story beneath any collection but Patterson’s debut reads more as a foray into the craft rather than a journey. Consequently, Stargazer deals with a myriad of subjects - from Eden, to … Continue reading Review of Stargazer, Rachel M. Patterson
Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. Nelson’s Journal follows the life, dreams and experiences of Nelson Phillips; a man raised to follow his dreams and the lessons they teach him. Each chapter holds one of these dreams and life lessons for both Nelson to respond to and for the reader to question and gain a new … Continue reading Review of Nelson’s Journal, Joseph Mendola
The Restless Sea by Vanessa De Haan is a well-crafted piece of historical fiction which explores the themes of friendship, loyalty and love. De Haan’s research and ability to weave multiple perspectives, storylines and settings together is truly something to be admired. Her command of imagery brought the beauty of North Scotland to life, alongside … Continue reading Review of The Restless Sea, Vanessa De Haan
I have always considered Austin and words a marriage made in heaven. With each release, whether it be poetry or a novel, she has continued to astound me with her talent, command and honesty. Once again, with Heavy Mental, Austin has bared all but in a way I have never seen before. Austin has opened … Continue reading Review of Heavy Mental, Kindra M. Austin
Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. The eponymous piece of this collection is its crowning glory and it left me wishing Baird had written a collection of short prose rather than poetry. This short piece immediately transports the reader into a twilight zone between reality and distortion. The end is utterly bizarre but in a way … Continue reading Review of The Girl in the Purple Room, Patrick Baird
Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. Softly Glowing Exit Signs is Georgia Park’s second collection of poetry and, in my humble opinion, is even better than the first. Her first collection was witty, pithy and touching and Park established herself as a voice for the 21st century. Softly Glowing Exit Signs not only continues to secure … Continue reading Review of Softly Glowing Exit Signs, Georgia Park
Originally published on Reedsy Discovery. Allen’s The Thirteenth Circle is a debut which explores man’s relationship with faith, temptation and possessing a sense of self. Through a combination of poems, drawings and autobiographical excerpts. Allen tells his story in the hope others can relate and find solace. The drawings are fascinating; each one a different … Continue reading Review of The Thirteenth Circle, Chaz Allen
*Advanced review as this book is not set to release until Summer 2020 I have always thought owls are beautiful and mysterious creatures. I own two intricate wood carvings and a set of three who nest on my mantelpiece. Slaght’s work, however, taught me to look beyond their majestic beauty and see their fight for … Continue reading Review of Owls of the Eastern Ice, Jonathan C. Slaght
