Today, I am discussing women who write science fiction. Although science fiction is strictly about a future that uses technology, my definition for this post will include dystopian and speculative fiction. The genre has traditionally been male-dominated and the female main characters, few and far between. With more modern female sci fi writers coming onto …
I nibbled my way through some really great books last year. I mean, really great. I’d like to share the best books I read in case anyone is looking for recommendations. Put down that Vikings box-set and READ! Without further ado, I’ll count down my top five (totally subjective, as always) from last year’s Read …
The Sunshine Blogger Award was created for bloggers who inspire creativity and positivity within the blogging community.
So I’ve been nominated for the Liebster Award by The Real Home – An Expat’s View , ah three weeks ago (oops). I don’t normally do these but I figure why not, it’s a good way to find out more about bloggers and new blogs to follow. 1. If you could invite any 5 people …
To say that this morning was a rush would be a severe understatement. It was a whirlwind of ‘get your shoes eat your breakfast drink you drink make your lunch’. Well, I’m sure you know the drill. I’ve had a cold this week and, because I’m chronically ill, it takes a lot out of me …
Musical Mayhem These are witchy paranormal mysteries set in a (fictional) English town called Ledstow. If you like Urban Fantasy, Cozy Mysteries, or Paranormal Women’s Fiction, you’ll love these books. Murder for a Song Bewitching songs and small town secrets. In the quaint town of Ledstow, Esther lives a good distance from her nosy parents, …
Redferne Witches This series as part of the Contemporary Witchy Fiction project – a collection of witchy novellas with a dash of romance set in New Zealand. These are light, uplifting reads perfect with a cup of tea. If you like Urban Fantasy, Cozy Mysteries, or Paranormal Women’s Fiction, you’ll love these books. Sign up …
I was excited to host this stop on the Bookish Blog Hop because I love historical fiction! I’ve written many review posts about books set in the past like this one or this one. The Gustav Sonata by Rose Tremain was a book club read. It was a confronting and gritty book, but written in …
Happy New Year! (And good riddance to the last). Welcome to my new series of authors writing fantasy fiction. The first one for 2021 is Isa Pearl Ritchie, an author of speculative fiction from Wellington, New Zealand. 1. Tell us a little about yourself.I’ve been writing novels for pretty much my whole adult life, over …
Welcome to my new series of authors writing fantasy fiction. First up, we have Jamie Sands, an author who is based in Auckland and writes in a range of genres. Their latest release is a cozy story about a librarian witch. I’m so looking forward to reading this one! 1. Tell us a little about …