Monthly Archives: February 2012

Book Review: Casting Shadows by J. Kelley Anderson (Goblins & Witches & Cogs, Oh My!)

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

The blurb describes this book as a “quirky amalgamation of Contemporary Fantasy and Magical Realism, with a sprinkling of Classical Literature, Necromancy, and Russian Folklore added for good measure.”  This pretty much sums Casting Shadows up nicely; it’s different to … Continue reading →

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TV Review: Hex (Kind of like Buffy with a hell of a lot more sex & alcohol)

Posted on February 23, 2012 by

I re-watched this show recently on youtube, so a shout out has to go to EllaHex who diligently uploaded every episode of both seasons. For some bizarre reason, Hex was canned halfway through season 2, leaving the viewers to imagine … Continue reading →

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Death by Chocolate: Author Q&A, Review & Giveaway

Posted on February 19, 2012 by

Today I’m very excited to have with me Lucy Swing, one of the authors of the wonderful paranormal anthology, Death by Chocolate.  Death by Chocolate features six supernatural YA stories, each with a cocoa twist. This is my first time … Continue reading →

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Short Reads: Fairytale Time

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

Fairytales Revisited.  Who doesn’t love a good fairytale, especially modern retellings?  If you’re struggling to find time to read a novel at the moment, give the two stories below a go for a fun and fast read. The Beast in … Continue reading →

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Spookylicious Songs

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

Sitting down to read that new supernatural novel and looking for the right ambience?  Writing a paranormal story and need some inspiration?  Searching for songs that will give you chills, goosebumps and shivers?  I have chosen 10 songs I feel … Continue reading →

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