Wednesday, February 24, 2021

March TBR 2021

Hey ya! This isn't set in stone, maybe just a guideline but I need somewhere to keep track of what I want to read and what readathon or book club its from!

The Page Turners: (facebook) Chelsea Palmer runs this!

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Backlog Reads:

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Spring into Reading Athon (March 15th-March 21st) Completely Melanie

Challenges: 1. Spring Cleaning: Read a book that has been collecting dust on your shelf. 2. Luck of the Irish: Read a book with green on the cover.

3. Over the Rainbow: Read a Classic OR a Retelling

4. Women's March: Read a book with a strong female character. 5. Spring Break Bash: Read the Group Book which is A Semi-Definitive List of Worst Nightmares by Krystal Sutherland or buddy read a book.

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Middle Grade March

GROUP READ: The Brave by James Bird CHALLENGES: 1. Book with a silhouette on the cover

2. Book with strong family elements

3. Book featuring travel or adventure

4. Fairytale retelling or has fairytale elements

5. Book published in the decade you were born

Thursday, February 4, 2021

Rebel Daughter - Promo Post

REBEL DAUGHTER ASSETS

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the REBEL DAUGHTER by Lori Banov Kaufmann Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

About The Book:

Title: REBEL DAUGHTER

Author: Lori Banov Kaufmann

Pub. Date: February 9, 2021

Publisher: Delacorte Press

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 400

Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

A young woman survives the unthinkable in this tale of family, love, and resilience, set against the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 CE.

Esther dreams of so much more than the marriage her parents have arranged to a prosperous silversmith. Always curious and eager to explore, she must accept the burden of being the dutiful daughter. Yet she is torn between her family responsibilities and her own desires; she longs for the handsome Jacob, even though he treats her like a child, and is confused by her attraction to the Roman freedman Tiberius, a man who should be her sworn enemy.

Meanwhile, the growing turmoil threatens to tear apart not only her beloved city, Jerusalem, but also her own family. As the streets turn into a bloody battleground between rebels and Romans, Esther’s journey becomes one of survival. She remains fiercely devoted to her family, and braves famine, siege, and slavery to protect those she loves.

This emotional and impassioned saga, based on real characters and meticulous research, seamlessly blends the fascinating story of the Jewish people with a timeless protagonist determined to take charge of her own life against all odds.

Based on an incredible true story!

AUTHOR NOTE AND HISTORICAL OVERVIEW:

Additional back matter includes an Author Note, which gives historical context and explains author’s inspiration for the book. Included as well is an historical overview by an eminent scholar of the period.

CHARACTER DRIVEN HISTORICAL FICTION:

Fans of THE RED TENT and THE DOVEKEEPERS will appreciate this incredibly detailed and accurate depiction of historical events, woven within a richly told and emotionally complex story of growth.

STRONG EMPOWERED FEMALE HEROINE:

Despite the constraints of society and the savagery of war, Esther is an independent thinker exploring her identity and her faith—and showing unimaginable strength in the face of trauma.

HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE:

The destruction of the Temple in 70 CE by the Romans is a crucial part of the Jewish story, but it’s often lost amid more well known historical legends. The depiction of Esther’s faith is realistic and moving to a modern audience.

FAITH:

The role of faith and family obligation is explored in depth.

The story will resonate with people who love Biblical history, Israel and stories about faith, courage and family bonds.

0. Reviews

Quotes/Reviews

“Esther’s remarkable, mysterious, and meticulously researched story is one that demands to be told.”—Kirkus Reviews

“The writing is clear, smooth, and accessible. An engaging story for historical fiction fans.”—School Library Journal

"Riveting!" Allegra Goodman, author The Cookbook Collector

Selected by the Junior Library Guild

Book Trailer:

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Link:

https://youtu.be/9QzA4vXLaac

About Lori Banov Kaufmann:

As soon as she learned of the discovery of the first-century tombstone that inspired Rebel Daughter, Lori Banov Kaufmann wanted to know more. She was captivated by the ancient love story the stone revealed and resolved to bring it back to life.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Lori was a strategy consultant for high-tech companies. She has an AB from Princeton University and an MBA from the Harvard Business School. She lives in Israel with her husband and four adult children.

Giveaway Details:

2 winners will win a finished copy of REBEL DAUGHTER & Swag, International.

Rafflecopter Link:

http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e2389ba21216/?

Rockstar Book Tours

Friday, January 29, 2021

Wrench Book Tour

Wench by Maxine Kaplan

Genre: Young Adult Fantasy

Publishing Date: January 19, 2021

Synopsis:

Content warning: Some magic in the book involves self-harm.

A funny, fiercely feminist YA epic fantasy—following the adventures of a tavern wench

Tanya has worked at her tavern since she was able to see over the bar. She broke up her first fight at 11. By the time she was a teenager she knew everything about the place, and she could run it with her eyes closed. She’d never let anyone—whether it be a drunkard or a captain of the queen’s guard—take advantage of her. But when her guardian dies, she might lose it all: the bar, her home, her purpose in life. So she heads out on a quest to petition the queen to keep the tavern in her name—dodging unscrupulous guards, a band of thieves, and a powerful, enchanted feather that seems drawn to her. Fast-paced, magical, and unapologetically feminist, Wench is epic fantasy like you’ve never seen it before.

Book Links:

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42732645-wench

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1419738518

Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wench-maxine-kaplan/1136396539?ean=9781419738517

Book Depository: https://www.bookdepository.com/Wench-Maxine-Kaplan/9781419738517?ref=grid-view&qid=1606253496516&sr=1-1

Indigo: https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/wench/9781419738517-item.html?ikwid=wench+by+maxine+kaplan&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0#algoliaQueryId=a28e9e0ca0e65cd87ee048bacdc97d90

IndieBound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781419738517

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About the Author:

Maxine Kaplan was born in Washington, DC. She and her twin sister spent their early childhoods trotting behind their journalist parents as they traveled around the world, eventually settling in Brooklyn, NY. Maxine graduated from Oberlin College in 2007. Following a long stint in the world of publishing, she has worked as a private investigator since 2009. She lives in her adopted hometown of Brooklyn, NY, with her dimwitted, but soulful cat.

Her first novel The Accidental Bad Girl received a starred review in Publishers Weekly and will be available in paperback January 5, 2021. Her sophomore novel, Wench, is coming in January 19, 2021.

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Author Links:

Website: https://www.maxinekaplanbooks.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MaxineGKaplan

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxinegkaplan/

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16549755.Maxine_Kaplan

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Tour Schedule:

https://tbrandbeyondtours.com/2020/12/13/tour-schedule-wench-by-maxine-kaplan/

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Giveaway (US Only):

One person will win a finished copy of Wench. The giveaway starts on January 25th and ends on February 1st.

Embedded Link: <a class="rcptr" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/fc15a59520/" rel="nofollow" data-raflid="fc15a59520" data-theme="classic" data-template="" id="rcwidget_s7wo4ld5">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a>

Direct Link: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/fc15a59520/?

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My Review: Will not be posted here at all, because of reasons... but I guess this is a promo post now!

Sunday, January 3, 2021

Medieval-a-thon TBR

Black Smith:

1. Gold, Silver, bronze on the cover: Fangirl (Graphic Novel)

2. Scared to read: The Demon in the Wood (not sure I will like it!)

3. Weapons on the Cover: I Kill Giants

4. A hardback book: Girls of Paper of Fire

5. A series finale:

Im failing this round again lol

Saturday, December 12, 2020

OMG YAS!

I will be watching this when its out!

Tuesday, December 1, 2020

Needing a Restart

Thats right, I think that i need a restart on my blog... the question is should I wipe this one or just make a new one!?

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Hocus Pocus Readathon

This readathon is for the whole month of October... The Twitter is here! https://twitter.com/HPocusReadathon

I'm on the Sanderson Sisters team - as host!

Group Book: Mooncakes or Teeth in the Mist

Sarah: Featuring Sisters

Winifred: Powerful Witches

Mary: Book about an Evil Character

Stength: you can skip one prompt and still get the pts for your team!

Weakness: go into hiding no reading for 24 hours.

every 100 pages you learn 2 pts for your team... lets go!

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Scallywagathon 2020 TBR

Scallywagathon 2020 August 16th- 23rd

The following is the TBR for this Readathon in which I plan on reading!

2. Deep Sea Legend - Based on a Myth

Alice (Alice in Wonderland) - Christina Henry

7. Precious Cargo - Middle Grade Book

The Mulberry Tree - Allison Rushby

A. Washed Ashore - Published 3+ years ago

Shatter Me - Taherah Mafi

9. Black Sails - Black Cover

Black Hearts - Nicole Castroman

I might change a few to make them more pirate based.

Tuesday, January 28, 2020

Demonathon TBR

The brilliant readathon is not for the light of heart! Its from 2/14 to 2/28, and yes starts on Valentines which I thought was awesome. My demon is this little guy!

1. Steamy Romance Book: Sunstone Volume 1 by Stjepan Sejic

2. Happy Silly Book: The Serious Goose by Jimmy Kimmel

3. Weird Book: Will My Cat Eat My Eyesballs? by: Caitlin Doughty

4. Secrets or Lies: Heartless by Marissa Meyer / Rebel Spring ?

5. Inspiring: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

6. Adventure: Graceling by Kristin Cashore

7. Children's Book: Into the Wild by Erin Hunter

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Readathon Website: https://syumiyamamoto.wixsite.com/demonathon

Readathon Twitter: https://twitter.com/demonathon

Monday, January 27, 2020

Tweet Cute Promo Post

Meet Pepper, swim team captain, chronic overachiever, and all-around perfectionist. Her family may be falling apart, but their massive fast-food chain is booming — mainly thanks to Pepper, who is barely managing to juggle real life while secretly running Big League Burger’s massive Twitter account.

Enter Jack, class clown and constant thorn in Pepper’s side. When he isn’t trying to duck out of his obscenely popular twin’s shadow, he’s busy working in his family’s deli. His relationship with the business that holds his future might be love/hate, but when Big League Burger steals his grandma’s iconic grilled cheese recipe, he’ll do whatever it takes to take them down, one tweet at a time.

All’s fair in love and cheese — that is, until Pepper and Jack’s spat turns into a viral Twitter war. Little do they know, while they’re publicly duking it out with snarky memes and retweet battles, they’re also falling for each other in real life — on an anonymous chat app Jack built.

As their relationship deepens and their online shenanigans escalate — people on the internet are shipping them?? — their battle gets more and more personal, until even these two rivals can’t ignore they were destined for the most unexpected, awkward, all-the-feels romance that neither of them expected.

Author bio:

Emma Lord is a digital media editor and writer living in New York City, where she spends whatever time she isn’t writing either running or belting show tunes in community theater. She graduated from the University of Virginia with a major in psychology and a minor in how to tilt your computer screen so nobody will notice you updating your fan fiction from the back row. She was raised on glitter, grilled cheese, and a whole lot of love. Her sun sign is Hufflepuff, but she is a Gryffindor rising. TWEET CUTE is her debut novel. You can find her geeking out online at @dilemmalord on Twitter.

Early Praise:
"Tweet Cute delivers in every possible way: a perfect enemies-to-lovers romance, a whip-smart plotline, and endearingly real characters. I devoured it.” - Francesca Zappia, author of Eliza and Her Monsters

"Sweet and fun! An adorable debut that updates a classic romantic trope with a buzzy twist." - Jenn Bennett, author of Alex, Approximately and Serious Moonlight

“A witty rom-com reinvention for the Twitter age, Tweet Cute pairs delicious online rivalry with deeply relatable insights on family pressure and growing up. This fresh, funny read had us hitting ‘favorite’ from page one.” - Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of Always Never Yours and If I’m Being Honest

Buy Link: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/tweet-cute/

Social Links: @dilemmalord (Twitter/Instagram) What do I think of the book, well I have to finish it before I can let ya know my thoughts :)

Monday, January 13, 2020

#AYEARATHON / BoyBandathon TBRs

#AYEARATHON
book cover - Jan 13- 19

1. Falling Kingdom - Morgan Rhodes

@BoyBandAthon TBR (all Jan)
1. Infidelity
2. Star-Cross Lovers
   Meteor Prince
3. Emotional Rollercoaster
   Under the Moon - Lauren Myracle
4. Horror/Thriller
Blackwood - Evan Dorkin
5. 400+ Pages
     Falling Kingdom - Morgan Rhodes
6. Fav
   The Ancient Magus' Bride v.9
7. Loneness
   Ao Haru Ride v.1
8. Novella
9. Tear Jearker
Your Lie in April v.2
10. New Releases

Friday, January 3, 2020

Oasis Blog Tour

BOOK INFORMATION

Oasis

by Katya de Becerra
Publisher: Imprint Macmillan
Release Date: January 7th 2020

Genre: Young Adult, Science Fiction

Synopsis:

The oasis saved them. But who will save them from the oasis?

Alif had exciting summer plans: working on her father’s archaeological dig site in the desert with four close friends . . . and a very cute research assistant. Then the sandstorm hit.

With their camp wiped away, Alif and the others find themselves lost on the sands, seemingly doomed . . . until they find the oasis. It has everything they need: food, water, shade—and mysterious ruins that hide a deadly secret. As reality begins to shift around them, they question what’s real and what’s a mirage.

The answers turn Alif and her friends against one another, and they begin to wonder if they’ve truly been saved. And while it was easy to walk into the oasis, it may be impossible to leave . . .

Katya de Becerra’s new supernatural thriller hides a mystery in plain sight, and will keep you guessing right up to its terrifying conclusion.

BOOK LINKS

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29748453-oasis

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Nf0px2

B&N: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/oasis-katya-de-becerra/1129819260#/

iTunes: https://books.apple.com/br/book/oasis/id1447813177

Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/oasis-38

Google Books: https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Oasis.html?id=dAHlvQEACAAJ&redir_esc=y

AUTHOR INFORMATION

Katya de Becerra was born in Russia, studied in California, lived in Peru, and then stayed in Australia long enough to become a local. She was going to be an Egyptologist when she grew up, but instead she earned a PhD in Anthropology and now works as a university lecturer and a researcher. Katya is a short version of her real name, which is very long and gets mispronounced a lot. What The Woods Keep was her first novel (out now), which is followed by another standalone Oasis in 2020. She has also authored and co-authored academic articles, book chapters, guest posts and opinion pieces.

AUTHOR LINKS

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15140719.Katya_de_Becerra

Website: https://katyabecerra.blogspot.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KatyaDeBecerra

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katyadebecerra/?hl=en

TOUR SCHEDULE

Please include this link on all your posts:

https://fantasticflyingbookclub.blogspot.com/2019/11/tour-schedule-oasis-by-katya-de-becerra.html

GIVEAWAY

Prize: Win finished copy of OASIS by Katya de Becerra (US Only)

Starts: January 1^st 2020

Ends: January 15^th 2020

Direct Link: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/d9681b86435

tour bought to ya'll by: http://fantasticflyingbookclub.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

THE MONSTER HYPOTHESIS

THE MONSTER HYPOTHESIS

Title: THE MONSTER HYPOTHESIS
Author: Romily Bernard
Pub. Date: December 10, 2019
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
Pages: 304
Formats: Hardcover, eBook

Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD

Welcome to Bohring-home to 453 people, 2,053 alligators, and one monster curse.

Correction: home to 454 people, now that Kick Winter is living in the swamp Hollows with her Grandma Missouri, the town (fake) psychic. Bohring is anything but boring for Kick who has already blown a hole through the kitchen floor, befriended a chicken-eating gator, and discovered that the town’s hundred-year curse is upon them.

It’s the Bohring curse and all the kids are about to become monsters-or so the legend goes. People are worried-except for Kick. She knows there’s a scientific explanation for everything, especially curses and monsters. But Kick is the new kid in school and she’s determined to make a name for herself . . . by pretending to be psychic.

According to her calculations: one teeny-tiny life + (fake) psychic skills = popularity. But when kids start disappearing and glowing creatures start showing up, Kick’s theory quickly evaporates in a puff of foul-smelling swamp gas. Can Kick use her (real) science smarts to prove the curse is a hoax? Or is it just-maybe-sort of-somehow possible the curse is here?

Author Romily Bernard weaves a fast-paced middle-grade mystery filled with humor and scientific intrigue, set in a perfectly eerie Southern town.

About Romily:

Romily Bernard graduated from Georgia State University with a literature degree. Since then, she’s worked as a riding instructor, cell-phone salesperson, personal assistant, horse groomer and exercise rider, accounting assistant, and, during a very dark time, customer service representative. . . . She’s also, of course, now a YA novelist.

So don’t let anyone tell you a BA degree will keep you unemployed.

Romily currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia, and Find Me is her debut novel. It placed first in the 2011 YA Unpublished Maggie Awards (given by Georgia Romance Writers) and won the Golden Heart Award for YA Romance from the Romance Writers of America in 2012.

Giveaway Details:

3 winners will receive a hardcover of THE MONSTER HYPOTHESIS, US only.