*Declaration of Interest – I am personal friends with the author in question. I received a no-obligation, free copy of this book. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: The world needs more stories, let's make yours one of them! ★★★★★ If you're a passionate writer with a love of stories, … Continue reading How To Write A Story – J.J. Barnes
Here we go again, with my favourite books of the second half of 2019! As before, these are books that I read last year, regardless of publication date. Also as before, my list is very fantasy heavy. What can I say – it is a varied and fascinating genre and I love every subset! … Continue reading Bookshine’s Best Reads of 2019 – Part 2
*I received (and edited) a free ARC of this story, with thanks to the authors. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Nature-Girl vs Worst Nightmare is the debut novel from six year old Rose McKinney, with just a smidge of help from her mother, author J.J. Barnes. Deep … Continue reading Nature-Girl Vs. Worst Nightmare – Rose McKinney & J.J. Barnes
*Declaration of Interest – I am personal friends with the authors in question and beta read their drafts before publication (no money involved). I received a free copy of this book. The decision to review and my opinions are my own.* Blurb: Siren Stories presents Emerald Wren and the Coven of Seven. As a … Continue reading Emerald Wren and the Coven of Seven – J.J. Barnes
Bookshine And Readbows 