Tag: #reading

Blog Tour: Elodie’s Library of Second Chances – Rebecca Raisin

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Books about books, Contemporary Fiction, Family / relationships, Romance, Women's Literature

*I received a free copy of this book with thanks to the author and Rachel Gilbey at Rachel’s Random Resources blog tours. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: An uplifting story about fresh starts, new beginnings and the power of stories, from the bestselling author of Rosie’s Travelling Tea Shop! When Elodie applies for the job … Continue reading Blog Tour: Elodie’s Library of Second Chances – Rebecca Raisin →

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Catch-Up Quickies 17

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Aging, American, Based on a True Story, Books about books, Catch-Up Quickies, Children's Books, Contemporary Fiction, Cosy Mystery, Crime / Suspense, Death / Bereavement, Disability, Ecological/environmental issues, Family / relationships, Friendship, Growing Up, Historical fiction, Own Voices, Teen, True Crime

First a quick explanation! Due to some severe health issues over the last few years, and a lingering chronic condition, my planned review schedule went right out of the window and I have been scrabbling ever since to get it back on track. In my latest attempt to try to regain some lost ground, I … Continue reading Catch-Up Quickies 17 →

Dear Reader: The Comfort and Joy of Books – Cathy Rentzenbrink

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Books about books, Death / Bereavement, Family / relationships, Memoir, Non-Fiction

*I received a free ARC of this book, with thanks to the author, Picador – Pan Macmillan and NetGalley. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Dear Reader is a moving, funny and joyous exploration of how books can change the course of your life, packed with recommendations from one reader to another.For as long … Continue reading Dear Reader: The Comfort and Joy of Books – Cathy Rentzenbrink →

Blog Tour: The Book Dragon Club – Lexi Rees

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Books about books, Children's Books, Giveaway, Middle-grade, Non-Fiction, Reading Journal

  *I received a free copy of this book with thanks to the author and Rachel Gilbey at Rachel’s Random Resources blog tours. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.*     Blurb:   Packed with awesome activities, this journal has everything a book dragon needs!  Tackle the fun reading challenges Set up a book club with your friends and family  Host … Continue reading Blog Tour: The Book Dragon Club – Lexi Rees →

Guest Post: The Colour of Mermaids – Catherine Curzon & Eleanor Harkstead

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Contemporary Fiction, Guest Post, Romance

  Today I am honoured to be hosting a guest post by the author Eleanor Harkstead, to celebrate the launch of her latest book with co-author Catherine Curzon, The Colour of Mermaids.   First, here is the book!   Blurb:   When artist Eva Catesby is invited to an exhibition in honour of art world enfant terrible … Continue reading Guest Post: The Colour of Mermaids – Catherine Curzon & Eleanor Harkstead →

Blog Tour: The Word-Keeper – Veronica Del Valle

Posted on by Steph Warren - Bookshine in Books about books, Children's Books, Fantasy, Middle-grade, Swords and Sorcery

  *I received a free ARC of this book with thanks to the author and Rachel Gilbey at Rachel’s Random Resources blog tours. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.*   Blurb:  What would happen if words disappeared forever? Set in a whimsical town called Inkwell, a place with an ancient secret history, this fairytale-like adventure … Continue reading Blog Tour: The Word-Keeper – Veronica Del Valle →