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So, What Do You Think?

You’ve gotten your copies and the stories hooked you from the beginning.

You’ve laughed, cringed, wowed and got your freak on. Maybe even looked up other work by the author of that one story that spoke to you.

You’re wondering what do I do now?

I know. You can write a review.

Come on, it only takes a few minutes to let people know what you thought of the books. You can help another reader discover the wonderful stories inside.

Don’t you want to help people? Of course, you do.

And on behalf of all the authors, I thank you in advance.

#GetCaughtReading

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Ten Best Books I’ve Read This Year – 2018

Here is a list of the ten books you should read (in no particular order):

 

#1 Whiskey & Ribbons – Leesea Cross-Smith

A story of loss and love. This book is so good, I wish I had written it. I’ve read this book twice. Once for the story and again to study the techniques. Excellent!

2. Pieces of Her – Karin Slaughter

It asks the question: How well do you really know someone?

3. Envy – Victoria Christopher Murray

The second installment in the author’s Seven Deadly Sins Series. What’s the difference between jealousy and envy? Read to find out.

4. We’re Going to Need More Wine – Gabrielle Union

A straight, no chaser tale of the life of the Hollywood girl next girl door.

5. The Wife Between Us – Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen

A riveting tale with an unexpected twist.

6. allegedly – tiffany d. jackson

This book was disturbing in a good way. An original story with a surprise ending.

7. An American Marriage – Tayari Jones

One of my favorite authors. She never disappoints.

8. A Conspiracy of Stars – Olivia A. Cole

 

Another one of my favorites. I don’t usually read science fiction but I love everything Olivia writes. And she is hilarious on Twitter.

9. Seducing Abby Rhodes – J. D. Mason

A love story with a dash of the supernatural.

10. The Last Black Unicorn – Tiffany Haddish

You know she’s hilarious. Find out how she became everyone’s favorite homegirl.

 

 

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What I’m Reading – An American Marriage

Over the weekend I read Tayari Jones latest release, An American Marriage. Saying that this book is “good” is an understatement. Go get it. Read it now and get your life.

This book gives you what you’ve come to expect from a good book. The hook pulls you in and the storyline keeps you turning the pages. I read the book in two days staying up until 3 a.m. to finish. I couldn’t put it down.

Since I have been on this writing journey, I no longer read books strictly for entertainment. I try to learn new techniques.

Tayari Jones’ novel is a master class in story telling. The character development is realistic, the pacing is perfect and the imagery puts you in the story. A freaking master class.

The only thing I didn’t like was the book cover. Even that makes sense and ties into the overall story.

I plan to read it again. You should read it too.

What do you think? Have you read it? Let’s discuss.