Writing the review that knocks their socks off. What makes a blue ribbon book review? How would you do that? You can read all sorts from five stars to one. Some reviews are pretty sour and award a book only one star because the reviewer has to award ‘something’ to get to the state of… Continue reading Book Review — Where Does 5 Star Perfection Stand?
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If I Make My Bed In Hell – A story of abuse from Ava Norwood
This book isn’t the flinch-free, uplifting Christian review you usually see here. That is why I have it under “Alone With Judy’s Brain.” I wasn’t going to add it and shock your sensitivities, but re-thought that decision in the view of recent news where people were abused to their great pain and even death in… Continue reading If I Make My Bed In Hell – A story of abuse from Ava Norwood
Reviewing AMERICAN SNIPER, the Movie
I have not reviewed movies before, but the recent release of a movie reflecting the experiences of Chris Kyle, Navy Seal during the Iraq conflict, has led to this review. Directed by Clint Eastwood, I had heard excellent reviews of a ‘sleeper film’ from a local movie critic Chris Louzader who reviews films for listeners in… Continue reading Reviewing AMERICAN SNIPER, the Movie
Marian Baay Shares “What Inspires Me.”
Contemplating “What inspires me.”, Marian Baay went on to share the inspiration she gathers for her soul when spending time by the sea in her Holland home. I’ve never seen that sea. The ‘biggest’ water I’ve ever been near was the Florida Gulf coast around Tampa. I hope that you will read Marian’s blog and… Continue reading Marian Baay Shares “What Inspires Me.”
Life After Hell | Surviving Sexual Abuse | Gladys Guintal, Author Guest
Gladys Quintal is a survivor. As a paranormal romance author living in Australia, she has used the vampire story genre as a therapy to wage war against her experiences. Gladys came to my attention on Facebook — isn’t the Internet wonderful. Without social media, we would never have ‘met’ and Gladys’ statement that there is… Continue reading Life After Hell | Surviving Sexual Abuse | Gladys Guintal, Author Guest
Christian Authors Could Learn From “Reefer Madness”, 1937 Movie | Worth Five Stars
Write the testimony for the edification of the reader and the Glory of God – for crying out loud get past the formula, refine and edit. Make a story worth the eye strain.
GRACE AWARDS for Faith Based Christian Fiction | Gelatis Scoop
The 2012 winners of the GRACE AWARDS for Faith Based Fiction have been released. Six category winners are nominated by readers with no entry fee which is a unique approach to the award system. “The most democratic awards in Christian fiction”, commented Nike Chillemi, author and founder of the Grace Awards. You will find extensive… Continue reading GRACE AWARDS for Faith Based Christian Fiction | Gelatis Scoop