The Best Books of 2020

I reread a lot of my favorite books this past year, so my Goodreads list doesn't reflect the real total of books I read. However, I have read a lot of new books too. Here are the top books for each month, followed by the Book of the Year. I really enjoyed all of them,…

The Sea Child

Everyone is stuck inside, so Rocky says it's the perfect time to read a book. Try The Sea Child, a YA Mystery/Fantasy which involves Selkies, magic, adventure, romance, and of course, mystery. It takes place in Carlsbad, California.

Book Review: The Invisible Library

Book Review: The Invisible Library, by Genevieve Cogman:  Irene would like nothing better than to curl up with a good book. She is, after all, a librarian. However, she works for the mysterious Library that exists between the worlds. Her job involves going into the alternate realities and collecting important books of fiction, by whatever means…

Book Review: Sherlock, Lupin and Me: The Dark Lady

I’m a fan of Sherlock Holmes. Through the years I’ve come across many versions and spin-offs of the original books by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and I’ve enjoyed them all.  Here is yet another: Sherlock, Lupin, and Me: The Dark Lady, written by Irene Adler. Actually, the authors are Pierdomenico Baccalario and Alessandro Gatti. The…

The Best Books of 2019

2019 was a wonderful year for reading. I discovered so many good books by new authors, along with old favorites I had to reread. It was hard to choose only a few for my Best Books list, but here they are. For my full reading list for 2019, see my Goodreads page. I hope you'll…

The Sea Child Anniversary

A year ago, I published THE SEA CHILD. If you are looking for a Christmas gift for the reader in your family, try THE SEA CHILD. It's a mystery with magic, adventure and even a little romance.  

Book List for June 2018

I can’t believe a month has flown by already. Here are my top picks for the month -- some new books and some old favorites: Water from my Heart – Charles Martin – Adult Fiction – 5 -- What an amazing story this is – about a man who starts out as cold, unfeeling, and…

Book List for May 2018

I can't believe May is gone already. As usual, I have read a mix of new books and re-read some well-loved books. Here are my favorites: A Note Yet Unsung – Tamera Alexander – Clean romance, historical romance – a beautiful story of love, music, loss, and striving to achieve your dreams --  5 See…

News from my Westie: The Sea Child is out in Paperback

Hi, this is Rocky, telling you that The Sea Child is out in paperback. Order your copy from Amazon today.  And FYI -- those two dogs in the book, Tad and Biggie? They are my heroes, 'cause they save the day. Find out how when you read The Sea Child.

The Sea Child — Book One in the Selkie King Mysteries

The paperback edition of The Sea Child is here! Or download your free ebook from Amazon May 16-17. Please share the news with your family and friends. Maddie attempts to solve her grandmother's murder and keep a young Selkie girl safe.  Enjoy this exciting fantasy/mystery today.