Some Favorite Books This Month!
I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!
Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!
Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below
Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.
Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!
Fiction
Historical Romance / Time-Travel Romance
- All About That Duke by Merry Farmer
- To All the Earls I’ve Loved Before by Fenna Edgewood
- A Spinster No More by Rose Pearson
- The Ice Duchess by Tracy Sumner
- One Enchanting Kiss by Amanda Mariel
- Highlander’s Vow by Mariah Stone
- Nessa’s Seduction by Jayne Castel
- Married by Christmas by Isabella Hargreaves
- Banished to Brighton by Sydney Jane Baily
- A Learned Romance by Elizabeth Rasche
- To Claim the Long-Lost Lover by Jude Knight
- How to Train Your Viscount by Courtney McCaskill
- Lord of Wicked by Bronwen Evans
- A Rose Beneath the Snow by Gayle Mullen Pace (first iteration rejected by Amazon)
- Adjustment Year by Melina Druga
- To Trust a Viscount by Rose Pearson
- Wagers of a Duke’s Daughter by Samantha Holt
- Lord of Danger by Bronwen Evans
- Heart of the Highlands: The Raven by April Holthaus
- The Unexpected Marquess by Suzanna Medeiros
Contemporary Romance
- Love, Comment, Subscribe by Cathy Yardley
- The Greystones by Ana C. Sales
- Love is the Answer by Patsy Collins
- Summer Island Sisters by Ciara Knight
- The Serenity Falls Collection: Sweet Romance at Wyatt Ranch by Sophie Mays
Holiday
- Silver Bells by Heather Boyd
Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers
- Good as Dead by Susan Walter
- Apple Orchard Cozy Mystery Series: Books 1-5 by Chelsea Thomas (First review rejected by Amazon… I might know why!)
Speculative Fiction
- Beyond the Loch (Seven Wardens #0.5) by Laura Greenwood
- Through the Storms (Seven Wardens #1.5) by Laura Greenwood
- Ensnared by Innocence: PNR Regency by Larissa Lyons
- Seven Wardens: The Complete Series by Laura Greenwood (This book is not available at Amazon; linked to Goodreads)
- The Bear’s Bride by Erin Havoc
- Ice: Intergalactic Dating Agency by Michelle M. Pillow
- His Earth Maiden by Michelle M. Pillow
- The Bear’s Fake Bride by Erin Havoc
- His Woodland Maiden by Michelle M. Pillow
- Feral Prince by Michelle M. Pillow
Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction
- The Keeper of Happy Endings by Barbara Davis
- Haven Point by Virginia Hume
Children’s Fiction
- Charlie Cat Tries Earmuffs on Independence Day by Michelle Ristuccia
- Where Is My Little Crocodile? – 我的小鳄鱼在哪儿?: Bilingual Picture Book in English and Chinese by Ingo Blum
- Where Is My Little Elephant? – 我的小象在哪儿?: Bilingual Picture Book Chinese English by Ingo Blum
- Where Is My Little Dog? – 我的小狗在哪儿? : Bilingual Picture Book English Chinese by Ingo Blum
- Molly and the Mermaids – Molly et les sirènes: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book in English-French by Ingo Blum
- That’s Not Moose Food by Shauna Dunkley
- The Beautiful Island of Powley by Maxine Katori
- You Can’t Kiss A Bubble by Karen A. Wyle
- The Adventures of BoBo, CoCo, & DoGo by Bella Ivy
- Once Upon a Rock by Sal Elkins
- The Flying Tree by Ingo Blum (First review rejected by Amazon… not sure why! Link to slightly altered, accepted review.)
- Don’t Be Scared! – ¡No tengas miedo!: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book English-Spanish by Ingo Blum
Children’s Halloween Fiction
- The Little Ghost Who Didn’t Want to Be Mean by Isla Wynter
- Why Do You Cry, Sad Ghost? by Celia Jones
Children’s Christmas Fiction
- The Mystery Night Before Christmas by Diana Loona
Nonfiction
General
- I Remember That!: Captivating Stories, Interesting Facts and Fun Trivia for Seniors by Bill O’Neill
- Welcome Visitor Guest Book by Booksler Flow
- Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Where They Come From! by Scott Matthews
- Guest Book: An Ideal Beach House Guest Book to Sign In, Stylish Vacation Home Book by Booksler Flow
- The Little Book of Quotes for Festive Occasions by Stan Hardy
- Colorado Bucket List Guidebook & Journal by Modertical
- The World’s Most Traveled Man’s Top 60 Travel Tips by Ian Boudreault
- Humans of Climate Change by Kaden Hogan
- Year of the Nurse: A Covid-19 Pandemic Memoir by Cassandra Alexander
Language
- Spanish Short Stories for Beginners by Living Languages
- Learn Spanish Grammar by Living Languages
- 5-Minute Spanish Short Stories by Español con Carrot
Activity Books for Adults
- Houseplant Lover Coloring Book by Melanie Wood
- Sudoku Puzzles For Adults And Seniors by Stephen J. Ellis
- British Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
- Easy Sudoku Brain Games by Chris T. Saldrick
- 1980s Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
- Halloween Adult Coloring Book by Penciol Press
- Trick or Treat Happy Halloween Coloring Book by Penciol Press (another book unexpectedly rejected by Amazon. Not yet at Goodreads.)
- Japan Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
- European Cities Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
- Chemistry Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
- Cryptograms Puzzle Book For Adults by Stephen J. Ellis
- Autumn Scenes Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
- Halloween Coloring Book for Adults by Penciol Press
- 30 Days Challenge of Lettering and Modern Calligraphy by Penciol Press
Health, Wellness, and Medicine
- Why is Grandma Naked? Caring for Your Aging Parent by Ellen Pober Rittberg
- Fitter Than Ever at 50 and Beyond by Susan Dawson-Cook
- Weight Loss Hypnosis for Women by J. W. Chloe
- Extreme Rapid Weight Loss Hypnosis by Lindsay Pearson
- Extreme Weight Loss Hypnosis by Melanie Taylor
- Survival Medical Handbook 2022-2023 by Small Footprint Press
Self-Help and Motivational
- A Love Attempt: Your Step-By-Step Practical Guide to Develop Your Love Competence by Dr. Philosophe
- Peak Human Clock: How to Get up Early, Fix Eating Time Schedule, and Improve Exercise Routines to be Highly Productive by Said Hasyim
- 365 Days of Positive Thinking for Teens & Adults by Roger Reed
- 10 Minute Boosts For Your Body, Mind & Beauty by Susan Wildes
Spiritual and Metaphysical
- A Year with the Angels, Book Two: 52 Messages & 18 Essential Oil Blends Channeled from the Angels to Awaken and Empower by Rebecca Loach
- New Moon Astrology by Angela Grace
- Mahamudra by Mari Silva
Business, Money, and Investing
- How to Talk to Your Boss Like a Boss by Leonard L. Walker
- Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques Book 1 (Comprehensive Guide) by Alexander Schmidt
Cookbooks
- The Simple Sourdough Cookbook by Caterina Milano
- Instant Pot Curries by Christian Johansen
Children’s Nonfiction and Workbooks
- You’re a Cancer by Lynne North
- Mindfulness, Meditation For Teens & Pre-teens by Dana Mayho Taylor
- The Fact & Fun Ocean Books for Kids by Natalie Fleming
Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books
- How to Draw Sharks for Kids by Sonia Rai
- ABC & Animals Coloring Book by Explore Coloring
- 60 Animal Mazes for Kids: A Fun Coloring Activity Book for Children Ages 4+ by Grace Lockhaven
- Dinosaur Coloring Book for Kids: Triassic Period (Book 2) by Grace Lockhaven
- How to Draw for Kids by Ashley J. Mitchel
- Kawaii Coloring Book for Kids by Kidxellence Press House
- Farm Animals Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
- Fruits and Vegetables Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
- Insects Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
- Sea Creatures Coloring Book For Kids by Sunny Activity Press
- Space Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
- Difficult Riddles for 10-years-old Kids by Oscar Bales
- Turtle Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
- Super Math Riddles for Smart Kids 200+ Difficult Riddles and Brain Teasers with Clear Answers by Anthony K. Vysander
- C is for Confidence! A Self-Esteem Boosting Coloring Books for Girls by Mrs. Peonies (Review rejected by Amazon… book not yet at Goodreads… will link to it when I add it there.)
Halloween Activity Books
- Happy Halloween Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2-4 by Busy Kid Press
- Happy Halloween Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2+ by Busy Kid Press
- Spooky Mazes Halloween Activity Book For Kids by Jacob Mason
- Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 5 and Up by Penciol Press
- Halloween Dot to Dot Book For Kids Ages 4-6 by Jacob Mason
- Happy Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4 – 8 by Mr. Peanut
- Colouring Book for Toddlers: Doodling Sketchbook for Boys and Girls, Ocean Life by Mrs. Peonies