News and book reviews from award-winning British author K.J. Simmill
Camels and Cake is a collection of flash fiction from authors across the globe, uniting together to raise money for a global aid charity. 100% of all money from this project is donated directly to the charity. You will recognise some of the author's names from books I have reviewed in the past, and I… Continue reading Camels and Cake: Tea for Three
It is with great pleasure I present an interview with one of my top five favourite authors from 2015, Sallyann Phillips author of Angel's Blood and Hybrid Justice, from the Angel's Blood series. About the author Tell us a little bit about yourself. I was born and raised in Swansea, South Wales, and still live in… Continue reading An interview with author Sallyann Phillips
Welcome back, it's nice to see you here. I have recently finished reading the first book in The Roads of Luhonono series, Legend of the East Road by the author Hamilton Hill. The book itself is classed as Middle grade fiction (8-12 year old) However, I have no shame in saying as an adult of thirty… Continue reading Book review: The Roads of Luhonono: Legend of The East Road – by Hamilton Hill
I have added a new page to my website titled Tales of Darrienia. Since first writing Darrienia I have been considering the notion of releasing a book of short stories relating to and around dreaming, the Oneirois, and Darrienia. I have already created a few short stories for this work, but I have decided to occasionally share… Continue reading Tales of Darrienia
Here's a list of my top five favourite authors and titles from 2015. I would recommend these books and authors without hesitation. Happy holidays everyone
The Claws of Chaos is a sci-fi novel based across an array of planets inhabited by a multitude of aliens. Gaston Schwenk, a human amidst the sea of aliens, wrongfully imprisoned for a crime of disastrous proportions seems to be the only hope that Lord King Azario has of saving his people. As if that… Continue reading Book Review: The Claws of Chaos by Philip J Bedingfield
Good morning all. Just a quick thought from my part. Lately I have seen so much about, "You shouldn't say Merry Christmas it's offensive to those who don't celebrate it" So why does this particular phrase get people's heckles up? Well it is simple. It is the use of the word offensive. I'm not Christian,… Continue reading Merry Christmas is not offensive, but is less culturally aware
Chains of Blood and Steel is the second book in the Saga of Thistles and Roses by author Karen Gray. Those of you who follow me on Twitter will know that since reading the first book I have been looking forward to this one for some time. I can honestly say it did not disappoint.… Continue reading Book review: Chains of Blood and Steel by Karen Gray
Hi all, This week (6th-13th Dec) Herbal Lore is taking part in the Kindle Countdown deal and will be available at the reduced price of £0.99 or $0.99 Do you know someone who is interested in herbal medicine? Perhaps even someone who wants to know more about how to incorporate herbs into their magical practices?… Continue reading Save up to 67% on Herbal Lore
Good morning all. A few days back I finished playing Tales of Zestiria, since I post book revies, I suddenly though, why don't I post a game one too. I have been a fan of the Tales of series since Tales of Destiny, and have played every one. except Rebirth and Hearts. Although truth be told… Continue reading Game review: Tales of Zestiria
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