Recently I got my hands on the murder mystery “Deliberate Duplicity”. Mystery novels are the best food for our brain as we keep on figuring out who the culprit might be while reading the book.
Senior detective Sasha Frank lives with Janet. He had been married and divorced twice earlier. He was named Sasha after his maternal grandfather who was a World War II hero. Sasha was thinking to retire after thirty five years of work experience. Currently he has 34 years of experience and as a senior detective in the PD, he is working on a case to identify the killer behind the recent murders. Dead bodies are being found in two Illinois cities along the Constitution Trail and killer has his own style of murder that involves similarities between different murders. Victims eyelids were glued open, there are abrasions present on both wrists and ankles of the victims. With similarities between the murders happening, will the detective find any clue that will help him to solve the mystery?
Who is the mastermind behind the Constitution Trail Murders? Unveil the suspense as you read the story yourself. Author’s writing style is nice and he has done wonderful job in his debut novel. Cover photo of the book is attractive. Characters are written well. Pace of the story is fine. I added many words to my vocabulary by reading this novel. If you like reading serial killer stories then go ahead with this one.
Recently I got my hands on the murder mystery “Deliberate Duplicity”. Mystery novels are the best food for our brain as we keep on figuring out who the culprit might be while reading the book.
Senior detective Sasha Frank lives with Janet. He had been married and divorced twice earlier. He was named Sasha after his maternal grandfather who was a World War II hero. Sasha was thinking to retire at the age of thirty five. Currently he is 34 and as a senior detective in the PD working on a case to identify the killer behind the recent murders. Dead bodies are being found in two Illinois cities along the Constitution Trail and killer has his own style of murder that involves similarities between different murders. Victims eyelids were glued open, there are abrasions present on both wrists and ankles of the victims. With similarities between the murders happening, will the detective find any clue that will help him to solve the mystery?
Who is the mastermind behind the Constitution Trail Murders? Unveil the suspense as you read the story yourself. Author’s writing style is nice and he has done wonderful job in his debut novel. Cover photo of the book is attractive. Characters are written well. Pace of the story is fine. I added many words to my vocabulary by reading this novel. If you like reading serial killer stories then go ahead with this one.
Peace written by the author Marie Feather is a non-fiction self-help book. This book will help the readers to heal, they will learn to find peace in their life. In this book, author has mentioned how life is about learning to deal with our emotions and to learn more about ourselves every day. The book is divided into five chapters that defines what Peace is.
There are various quotes shared in the book that will be helpful for the readers. Marie has written this book after overcoming depression. She has shared the wisdom in this book from her personal experiences.
“The most difficult thing in life is to know yourself.” ~~Thales
She has motivated the readers to show the world who they really are and has advised them to meet themselves. She has asked the readers to stop existing and to start living. I loved author’s definition of healing – “coming back to yourself”.
The topics covered in the book are helpful and many readers could connect to them. Book is written in a lucid language so more and more readers you understand it easily. Cover photo of the book looks so decent and title is suitable. It is an insightful read that I like to recommend to my fellow readers.
“Who’s In Your Backyard” is a self-help book written by the author Clinton Powell. The book is written in the context of a Christian Church but its application extends much beyond that. In this book, author has discussed how to prevent the church from falling. To do the ministry work, a balanced team having both young and old people is needed. First there is a need for change in mindset. Young people are an asset and could do so much for the organization.
The entire church leadership team needs to replace tradition with new creative ways to do ministry. Clinton has discussed about the IT factor and the need to identify the talent. Leadership training need to be provided to team members to develop their talent.
Book includes various quotes that are inspiring. If you want to take your leadership to the next level then this book would be helpful for you. Leaders and pastors who read this book should also implement the theories mentioned in the book to be successful. It is a short read that one could finish in a single sitting.
It is an insightful and inspiring book that I like to recommend to others.
“Where is Bejou?” is a Children’s Book written by the author Hiba Shublak. Story features a little girl who recently lost her dog Bejou. Little girl thought that she has lost her dog somewhere so she went in search for her dog. Grab a copy of this book to know how little girl will develop an understanding about loss and love.
This Children’s Book is written well. Parents can use this book to initiate a discussion with kids about loss of loved one and accepting our fate. Author has very well handled a sensitive topic to present it to kids. Storyline is interesting. Illustrations are mind blowing and cover photo is nice.
I strongly recommend this book for kids. Parents could buy it for their kids and can read it along with them.
The Wonder of Fiber is a Children’s Book written by the author Tiffany Wilson and illustrated by Elon Wilson. This is the story of the fibrous twins who were very close but as they started to grow up, differences and competition started to creep in between them. Grab a copy of this book and read it to know how they will learn to embrace their differences.
This is an educational read for the kids. Cover photo is nice with a simple language so kids can understand it. Siblings could read this book together. They will learn to stay together and not compete with their brother or sister. Parents and kids can enjoy this book together.
Q1. Hello Ma’am, can you please introduce yourself? Readers would love to know more about you.
I’m Lanie Mores, author of the science fiction and fantasy book series, Father of Contention. I reside in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada with my husband and son. I have two little, feisty dogs, Petri and Batman, who are a constant source of entertainment and distraction. Besides writing, I also run my own personal training business in-home and online. My interests involve music, baking, watching movies and television shows, fitness, reading, and writing. I’m currently busy working on the fourth book in my series, Gatekeepers of Eden, which should be available this summer.
Q2. What were the key challenges you faced while writing ‘Father of Contention’ book?
Father of Contention was the first novel I wrote, and so I struggled with “imposter syndrome”. Feelings of doubt and inadequacy constantly led to procrastination, and I almost quit the process more than once. Not only was I faced with insecurity around my writing abilities, but I was a newbie to the entire publication process. Editing my manuscript, writing queries, synopses, back cover blurbs, creating social media pages…it was a steep learning curve, but worth it all in the end.
Q3. What books or authors have most influenced your own writing?
Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Margaret Atwood, and Stephenie Meyer have all influenced my writing. They inspired me to write in the science fiction, fantasy, horror, and paranormal genres, and their writing styles are much to be emulated. I’m impressed by their effective use of poetic description, the impact that their characters’ internal dialogue has on their readers to make them feel a part of the story, and the inclusion of tragic storylines that don’t always have a happy ending. Although I could never say that I write as well as them, they inspire me to keep improving my skills and aspire to be a better author.
Q4. What’s your favourite spot to visit in your own country? And what makes it so special to you?
My all-time favourite spot to visit is the Indigo/Chapters bookstore in my hometown of Thunder Bay. It has a Starbucks attached, so it’s always filled with the glorious aroma of fresh brewed coffee. Coffee and books together…it’s my little slice of paradise! I worked there when I was in University, and more recently I got into the habit of dropping in every Sunday after church with my mom and son. It was the perfect escape, but we haven’t been able to go since Covid-19 hit, so I sorely miss our little dates.
Q5. Is there lots to do before you drive in and start writing a book?
As far as being a “Plotter or a Pantser”, I would say I’m more of a plotter. I always start with an idea or a group of concepts I want to write about, and then I research those concepts to death, literally burying myself in articles, books, periodicals…whatever I can get my hands on pertaining to the subject, until I feel like I’m an expert. Next, I create an outline of how my chapters and storyline will evolve; when different characters will be introduced and what they will be like, creating the scenery, developing bits of dialogue. During this process there are times I’m simply staring off into space, daydreaming, creating the scenes in my head before I write them down on paper. Finally, when I feel the story is mapped out from beginning to end, I start to write.
Q6. How long did it take you to write ‘Sea of Forgetfulness’ book?
Sea of Forgetfulness took me approximately three years to write, from conception to completion, but I was working on other projects simultaneously. I began writing the first draft during NaNoWriMo 2016. Then I put it on the backburner until I finished it during NaNoWriMo 2019, followed by months of edits.
Q7. On what all platforms readers can find your books to buy?
My website http://www.laniemores.com has direct links to most of the platforms where my books are available. That being said, you can find them on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indigo/Chapters, Kindle, Kobo, Smashwords, and Goodreads.
Q8. Tell us about the process of coming up with the cover and the title of your books?
When I’m planning my covers, I picture in my mind what I would like the cover to look like, and then I search through hundreds of stock photos until I find the closest picture to match my vision. For my current book series, I wanted a character picture on both the front and back cover, so I needed to find the perfect fit for both. After I narrowed it down to a few choices, I had my friends vote on their favourites. The winners got sent off to Tellwell Talent’s book cover designers, who then created the final, polished graphics. For title selection, my first book was easy since the devil serves as the books’ narrator, so I called it Father of Contention, which is one the devil’s many names. He also becomes the father of a new race of human, and so it was fitting. My second book, Guardian of Angel is a play on words. The main character’s nickname is Angel, and she gets linked to her guardian angel after a near-death-experience. Sea of Forgetfulness is taken from the Bible, a special place where people go that is somewhere between life and death…the main theme for that storyline. And the final book, Gatekeepers of Eden literally is about a selected group of individuals meant to protect the entrance to the Garden of Eden.
Q9. When writing a book how do you keep things fresh, for both your readers and also yourself?
There are times I ignore the rules of writing and go off on my own tangent. It’s a risk, and can go either way, by being effective or an epic failure. I’m pleased how it’s turned out so far. For example, in the Father of Contention series, I have the devil using free-style poetry to narrate the story during the opening, midway and closing of the story in each book. He speaks directly to his audience, to you as reader and as the humans he loathes. I feel this addition gives the story a unique feel.
Q10. Are there any secrets from the book (that aren’t in the blurb), you can share with your readers?
There are a few secrets I can share from my latest book Sea of Forgetfulness that aren’t considered spoilers. For instance, Anthony and Ang, two of the main characters, get married in a quiet, understated affair. I also take the concept of “kill your darlings” a little too far by knocking off some major characters, while other characters thought to be dead and gone, resurface. Things aren’t always as they seem in my stories.
The Awakening Of Death penned down by the author David E Jones is a spiritual book. In this book author has discussed about who we are as humans and why we are here. Author has also discussed about his life in this book. David’s mom left the home when he was 3 years old. His father even though he was in pain, he raised a little boy by himself. David cherished the loving moments that he spent with his nan and grandad as a child.
He considered himself as an evil, the reason of his mom leaving the home and punished himself physically. Reading about David’s life and his reaction to certain situations totally made sense. Anyone who had been in his shoes would have done the similar things like bed wetting, cutting off conversations with friends about family, doing stuffs to get others attention, etc.
Nutrition and exercise chapter is helpful. I liked the idea how author has expressed the idea of considering our journey on earth as a trip. I am glad to know about how perception plays a role in shaping our reality.
Language of the book is easy so even beginners could understand it. This is a part memoir and part spiritual read, I enjoyed reading it overall. I felt emotional at times while reading the book. Story involves drugs, alcohol, loss of loved ones, etc. So, if you are comfortable reading about it, go ahead with this book. I loved the way author has poured his heart and his life in this book.
“Post Office Travels” is a Children’s Book written by the author Nevmah Morris and illustrated by Aleyna Moeller of Daydream Designs.
During lockdown even though we wanted to travel but still due to the circumstances we couldn’t. At such a time, we could travel to any place in the world with the help of our imagination.
This book takes readers to different corners of the world with the help of their imagination. Story features a little girl’s Dad who works at the post office. Every day her dad get to travel to new places in his imagination when he see the different country names mentioned on the letters, postcards, etc. Grab a copy of this book and explore the new places yourself.
It is an adventurous story to read. There is an exciting activity for kids at the end of the book. It is an engaging book that give discussion ideas about many topics to little kiddos and their parents. Illustrations are mind blowing. It is a well written book. It’s time to wake up the explorer in you and visit so many beautiful places in the world.
“Save Me Twice” is a historical fiction written by the author E.A. Dustin and it is based on a true World War II story. Towards the end of World War II, Hitler was desperate to win the losing war. People were forcefully pulled into the war no matter whether they were 12 years old or 60. Three young German brothers Karl, Hans and Herman hate the Nazis. One night, there was a knock on the door of their house. When the boys’ mother Mutter opened the door, she saw Albert, boys childhood playmate and Hitler Youth leader at the door.
SS-Scharführer Albert Wüst has come to take Karl and Hans to the SS Headquarters. Their wheelchair bound brother Herman was taken somewhere else. Karl and Hans were asked to give blood so their blood type could be known and they will be pushed into the war. Grab a copy of this novel and get to know the entire story yourself.
This is a well written story. Story shows how German people were forcefully sent to war and they were not given any choice during the rule of Nazis. Story is gripping and keep the readers on the edge of their seat. I have heard about Hitler a lot but wasn’t much aware about the story behind his name earlier. This book gave me a sneak peek into the situation around the end of World War II. If you are interested in historical fiction, don’t miss to grab this one.
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