Author Archives: Jenn

On Finding Not One…Not Two…But A Multitude of Comic Book Stores

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Jenn

  A few months ago, I wrote about the things you should be wary of on your search for a family comic book store.  In that time, my family and I have been scouring the multitude of comic shops in the … Continue reading →

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Review: The Mapmaker’s Children by Sarah McCoy

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Jenn

I’m not going to hold back on my adoration of this book.  Set less than an hour from my own home, it was easy for me to become absorbed in this novels rich setting. Joined with two incredibly well developed … Continue reading →

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Review: The House of Hawthorne by Erika Robuck

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Jenn

Robuck has once again succeeded at crafting an addictive and mesmerizing tale about a woman, often forgotten, who stood by and supported one of our country’s most renowned writers.  She gives voice to these women, allowing the world to see … Continue reading →

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Graphic Novel Review: Exquisite Corpse by Pénélope Bagieu

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Jenn

“Exquisite corpse: a method by which a collection of words or images is collectively assembled.” Never has a title rung so true! In Exquisite Corpse, Bagieu introduces two characters who couldn’t be any more different. Zoe is  naive and sheltered, admitting … Continue reading →

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Month in Review: April 2015

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Jenn

  Whew! What a month.  I can’t believe it flew by so quickly!   There are finally signs of Spring (and not a mad rush to Summer): budding flowers and trees and….my car coated in pollen. Unfortunately, I can’t spend … Continue reading →

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Review: The Blondes by Emily Schultz

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Jenn

I intentionally left the synopsis of this title quite vague, for while the mysterious illness that ravages women with blonde hair is certainly an important factor, it’s simply the mechanism that launches Schultz into this truly phenomenal literary thriller.  Like … Continue reading →

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Dewey’s 24 Hour Read-a-thon, April 2015!

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Jenn

It’s here, it’s here!  Dewey’s 24 Hour Read-a-thon!   So, just a little aside up front (*whispers* I don’t read for 24 hours!!!).  Yep, that’s right.  I read as much as I want/can, but when I get too tired to … Continue reading →

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Dewey’s 24 Hour Read-a-thon, April 2015: The Prep

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Jenn

Tomorrow, I will be taking part in Dewey’s 24 Hour Read-a-thon!  I can’t remember how many in total I’ve participated in, but it’s been quite a few.  As my tradition goes, I’ve taken the day off today to prep for … Continue reading →

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Review: The Great Zoo of China by Matthew Reilly

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Jenn

The moment I read the premise of this novel, I knew I had to read it. Yes, the comparisons to Jurassic Park are obvious, but dare I say this novel had a little bit more footing than it’s dinosaur counterpart.   … Continue reading →

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Spring Book Preview: May 2015, Part II

Posted on April 21, 2015 by Jenn

Yesterday, I shared the first half of my May 2015 book preview.  Can you believe that was just half of the list? Today, I’m pleased to share the second half, complete with publisher summaries and links to pre-order! Without further … Continue reading →

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