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New Science Fiction and Fantasy Books | July 30

Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors James D. Prescott, J.N. Chaney, Rick Partlow, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from Rachel Rener, Alan Moria, Milly Taiden, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading!


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The Buzziest Books of July | 2024

The Buzziest Books of July | 2024

Immerse yourself in a thrilling literary journey this July as we present a captivating selection of the month's hottest reads! From gripping thrillers to heartwarming romances, prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing stories waiting for you. If you want to discover the books everyone is talking about, look no further than our list of July's most buzzworthy new reads. Happy reading!



Beneath This Hallowed Ground

by Colleen A. Parkinson

Release Date: June 8, 2024

Small town secrets can't stay buried when a volatile dead man pesters an unwilling teenage medium in this off-the-wall paranormal thriller. Sprinkled generously with black humor, BENEATH THIS HALLOWED GROUND (a revised edition of HELL IS IN ME) is a unique and satisfying read for the aficionado of paranormal suspense literature.

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Saving Krakow

by K.R. Kiehl

Release Date: June 10, 2024

In 1939, native-born Polish and Belarusian citizen Sergei Bravo embarked on a journey to save his motherland from the Nazi regime's destructive forces, first as an air defense sergeant and later as a Soviet NKVD agent. In a war-torn country marred by the Holocaust, Sergei Bravo endures one battle after another to protect his homeland and preserve historical districts.

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The Lives and Deaths of Harry Blunt (Port Harker Book 1)

by Obediah Keane

Release Date: April 30, 2024

An afterlife sentence. An innocent hanging in the balance. Can this overprotective dad make things right from beyond the grave? Harry Blunt is in a panic. Recently deceased, he’s facing cosmic justice for the crime of “interfering with the development of another soul” and babying his youngest child. Unless he can gain a last-minute reprieve, his unfortunate daughter is doomed to oblivion.

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Bird in the Cage

by Ronald Jay Alvarez

Release Date: July 6, 2024

“Bird in the Cage” weaves a complex narrative of espionage, murder, and quantum technology. As part of an elite IP Crime Strike Force, NYPD lieutenant Max Valentin is in a relentless pursuit to outwit a cunning Chinese spy who will stop at nothing to steal quantum research from a New York City university.

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Breaking Silence (The Claire Deveraux series Book 3)

by Alan Brenham

Release Date: June 28, 2024

Silence is like trust: easily broken. The first time Claire and Megan Deveraux receive a cryptic text from the anonymous “AMZ”, they decide it’s a sophisticated scam. But when further evidence of a long-lost sibling starts to add up, Claire begins to wonder whether there is merit to AMZ’s wild claims...or just photoshop and dumb luck?

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Forbidden Earth Angel

by Natoya Wayne

Release Date: June 2, 2024

Forbidden Earth Angel, a slow-burn, steamy paranormal romance filled with adventure. It is perfect for fans of inappropriate forbidden romances, celestial angels, faes, and witches, and it will keep you intrigued until the last epic twist.This is the first book of the Earth Angel trilogy book series, an original, fresh take on celestial angels.

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Bound by Desire (Born in Blood Book 1)

by Ivy Davis

Release Date: July 16, 2024

He chose me over my sisters. Mikhail Ivanov, leader of the Russian Mafia, has set his sights on me and won’t let me go. Forced to marry him, I enter a dark world that is trying to eat me alive. The only way I can survive is through the desire of my husband. But the question is: can I trust him enough to love him?

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The Merged Series (Boxset Volume One)

by Claudia Blood

Release Date: June 28, 2024

For three hundred years, the human world and the world of Myth have lived as one. The cataclysmic Merge forced those who survived – both human and Others – to form factions. As leader of the Human Protection Agency, Joshua is charged with maintaining the safety of the humans in his city. But he secretly protects an artifact more powerful than even he knows…The Book of Secrets.

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The Shooter's Sister (Raven Ledger Duet: Book 1)

by Paige Dearth

Release Date: July 5, 2024

Raven Ledger was born two minutes before her twin brother Matthew. The newborns shared the same blood, the same womb, and the same parents. But everything about the siblings was different . . . one was darkness and one was light.

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Frisco

by Tijan

Release Date: July 23, 2024

I needed to stay away from Shane King, but I couldn't. He and his motorcycle club started doing favors for my family and I didn't have a good feeling about it. He said his club owed my brother, but he wouldn't tell me why. Shane might act like the hero, but he wasn’t. He was the villain. And I was about to learn that the strings that came with Shane would be my unraveling.

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Call of Freedom (The Huguenot Chronicles Book 4)

by Paul C.R. Monk

Release Date: July 29, 2024

Join the Delpech family in 17th-century America as they face loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for freedom. Amidst the Leisler Rebellion, their journey continues. Rich historical context and compelling characters make this gripping saga a must-read.

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Mist and Moonbeams: Stories from the Great Lakes Edge

by Paul Michael Peters

Release Date: June 25, 2024

"Mist and Moonbeams" plunges you into five tales where love, loss, and redemption collide on the Great Lakes' shores. From a widow's heart-wrenching canoe journey to a detective's chilling conspiracy, these stories will grip your soul. Dive into a world where human passion meets nature's raw power, leaving you breathless and yearning for more.

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Amethysts & Alchemy

by Rachel Rener

Release Date: July 30, 2024

I eat rocks to harness the magic inside them. Hiding my abilities beneath a white lab coat, I work as a small-town pharmacist with my pig, Topie. But when my arch nemesis drags me to an ancient copper mine in China to unearth a brand-new mineral, my entire life is turned upside down... As it turns out, I'm not the only one keeping secrets.

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Your Mindset is Your Reality

by John Borden

Release Date: July 3, 2024

I thought I was just getting high. Little did I know when I took my first bite of magic mushrooms that my whole life was about to flip on its head. Psilocybin has been studied in recent years for its potential to help with mental health conditions. This is the story about how I found that out firsthand and changed the trajectory of my life.

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The Hennessy Lie

by Annette Masters

Release Date: June 29, 2024

When a teen inherits a box of junk from a father she never knew, she has no idea the trinkets are worth millions—or that killers have come to collect. The Hennessy Lie is a twisty YA thriller with a tangled web of dark family secrets, suspenseful romance, and a long-buried lie that will surface with deadly consequences.

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New Mystery Novels for Fans of Presumed Innocent

New Mystery Novels for Fans of Presumed Innocent

Prepare to be swept away by fresh twists, gripping narratives, and the kind of tension that keeps you guessing until the very last page. Here’s your guide to the latest must-reads that promise to deliver the same pulse-pounding excitement as Presumed Innocent.



The Shooter's Sister (Raven Ledger Duet: Book 1)

by Paige Dearth

Release Date: July 5 2024

Raven Ledger was born two minutes before her twin brother Matthew. The newborns shared the same blood, the same womb, and the same parents. But everything about the siblings was different . . . one was darkness and one was light.

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Five Fatal Flaws

by Louise Mangos

Release Date: July 23 2024

When a psychotherapist’s baby goes missing, are any of the people in her post-trauma therapy group to blame? As the police begin investigating the baby’s disappearance, it is revealed that some of the suspects have links to a local councilman who recently burned to death in his bed, including the therapist herself. Who is responsible for the abduction? And could they also be a murderer?

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If You Tell a Lie

by Lucinda Berry

Release Date: July 23 2024

Bestselling author Lucinda Berry serves up a haunting thriller about four friends sworn to secrecy over the events of one fateful summer—and the dark truths that threaten to erupt years later.

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Shades of Darkness (Rowan Shade FBI Mystery Book 2)

by David Archer & McKay Katz

Release Date: July 23 2024

She delves into a dark world that pushes her far out of her comfort zone to find the truth, all while navigating another case that brings her face to face with her sister's disappearance in a way she never expected.

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The Last Cabin (CJ O'Hara Thrillers Book 4)

by John Deal

Release Date: July 23 2024

Surrounded by suspects, CJ and Ben race to solve the crime — without weapons, forensics, or backup. By the time another body is discovered, CJ is forced to work solo. Amid the raging weather and a power outage, who can she trust, and can she capture the killer before it’s too late?

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No Secrets Remain (The Faith McClellan Series Book 7)

by LynDee Walker

Release Date: July 16 2024

Descending into the depths of the shadowy criminal underworld, Faith’s pursuit of the truth not only pushes her to the edge, but also unveils the eerie secrets concealed within the darkness, revealing the true extent of the danger that threatens her and those she cherishes.

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New Romance Novels to Steal Your Heart

New Romance Novels to Steal Your Heart

Ready to get swept off your feet? If you’ve been craving a fresh dose of romance to warm your heart and spark your imagination, look no further. We’ve curated a list of six enchanting new romance novels that promise to sweep you off your feet and keep you sighing with delight. Whether you're a fan of passionate love affairs, charming meet-cutes, or the slow burn of a deep connection, these books offer something for every romantic soul.



The Darkest Chase (Dark Hearts of Redhaven Book 3)

by Nicole Snow

Release Date: July 18 2024

Life is just full of crazy surprises with teeth. One day you're the forever single wallflower keeping up the boring family furniture shop. The next, you're getting mouth-to-mouth from a scary hot stranger who wants to make your life a thriller novel. Yes, my disaster has a name. Micah Ainsley.

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The Arrangement

by Adriana Locke

Release Date: July 22 2024

Our first kiss was to seal the deal. The second was in front of an Elvis impersonator. The third kiss led to a honeymoon that was so hot it burned into my memory. I tell myself it’s okay because there’s an arrangement in place. It’s a—very—enjoyable means to a much-needed end. There’s nothing to worry about. Except there is …

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Best Served Cold (Savannah's Best)

by Maya Alden

Release Date: July 22 2024

The plan was simple: seduce his daughter Stella to force her father's hand, making him pay for his past transgressions. She became an unwitting pawn in a game of retribution that was supposed to end with my victory. Instead, I realized that the heart doesn't follow the rules of revenge.

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Mad Love (The Single Dad Playbook Book 1)

by Willow Aster

Release Date: July 10 2024

I’m living under the same roof as Weston, and each day, I discover a side of him I never expected. He’s not the selfish jock I imagined. He’s caring, thoughtful, and unexpectedly charming. I find myself drawn to him in ways I never thought possible. It’s terrifying and exhilarating, but I can't deny it any longer… I’m falling for the one person I shouldn’t…Weston Shaw.

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Walkoff Wedding (Orleans University Book 3)

by Maren Moore

Release Date: July 19 2024

I fell for my secret pen pal believing we would never meet but now.. he’s my husband. Grant Bergeron is Orleans University’s playboy first baseman. He’s charming, kind… and a tad arrogant. But underneath his party guy demeanor, he’s more than anyone sees.

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The Sinner (Spade Hotel Series Book 3)

by Marni Mann

Release Date: June 27 2024

The first time I saw her, I wanted her. The second time I saw her, I knew she had to be mine. Beautiful blonde hair. Cornflower-blue eyes. Body to die for. All things I knew I couldn’t live without. But after one night, she ghosted me, leaving me desperate for another taste.

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6 New Literary Fiction Novels for Fans of This Is Us

6 New Literary Fiction Novels for Fans of This Is Us

If you're eager to dive into the latest masterpieces that promise to captivate and challenge, we’ve rounded up six new literary fiction novels that are sure to enrich your reading experience. These books offer compelling characters, evocative prose, and thought-provoking themes, each one a doorway to a new world waiting to be discovered. Get ready to lose yourself in stories that linger long after the final page.



Lilac Ink: The Knocknashee Story

by Jean Grainger

Release Date: July 23 2024

1937. Two lives. Thousands of miles apart. One in Dingle, Ireland, the other in Georgia, USA. Grace Fitzgerald and Larry Lewis cross paths as the world seems to be on the brink of destruction. They should have nothing in common. Except they do. More than anyone could ever imagine or understand.

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Liars: A Novel

by Sarah Manguso

Release Date: July 23 2024

As Jane’s career flourishes, their marriage starts to falter. Throughout the upheavals of family life, Jane tries to hold it all together. That is, until John leaves her. Liars is a tour de force of wit and rage, telling the blistering story of a marriage as it burns to the ground, and of a woman rising inexorably from its ashes.

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The Girl Who Crossed Mountains

by Lelita Baldock

Release Date: July 10 2024

As nationalist forces take hold, Miren Torres, a secretary for the Basque government, is forced to return home to San Sebastian without the man she loves. When the Second World War erupts, she unwittingly catches the eye of one of Franco’s most powerful generals. Desperately trying to avoid his advances, Miren holds on to hope that the man she truly loves will return.

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Catalina: A Novel

by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

Release Date: July 23 2024

A year in the life of the unforgettable Catalina Ituralde, a wickedly wry and heartbreakingly vulnerable student at an elite college, forced to navigate an opaque past, an uncertain future, tragedies on two continents, and the tantalizing possibilities of love and freedom.

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Becoming Marlow Fin: A Novel

by Ellen Won Steil

Release Date: July 23 2024

The pieces of a troubled actress’s mysterious life come together in a riveting novel about family secrets and unspeakable lies by the bestselling author of Fortune.

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Wrinkled Rebels

by Laura Katz Olson

Release Date: July 23 2024

Struggling with two divorces and a failing marriage, can Russell attain peace of mind? How will Max, an expat living in Canada, manage with his incipient dementia? Will the demoralized Keith recover his idealism?

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6 New Fantasy Novels for Fans of Time Bandits

6 New Fantasy Novels for Fans of Time Bandits

Ready to escape into fantastical worlds and futuristic adventures? We’ve handpicked six thrilling new fantasy and sci-fi novels that will transport you to realms beyond your imagination. From epic quests to mind-bending technologies, these books offer fresh, captivating escapes for every genre enthusiast. Buckle up and prepare to journey through dazzling landscapes and unravel thrilling mysteries in these must-read titles.



Spells & Spice & Everything Nice (Wyrd Words & Witchcraft Book 3)

by Jessica Rosenberg

Release Date: June 30 2024

Juliette's latest magical mission to reunite a bedraggled teddy bear with a missing witchling stirs the deeply-buried desire for a family complicated by a lovelife in shambles. With the help of vibrant friends, her mischievous raccoon, and her unlikely partner Tybalt, Juliette races against time to find the child and possibly what she craves most.

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Atlantis, Land of Dreams

by Edale Lane

Release Date: July 15 2024

A handful of heroes; an impending cataclysm. Can Ariel and her friends save the world as they know it? Embark on an epic, romantic adventure to a land of wonder and imagination, to a legendary civilization that has captured the hearts and minds of generations, where myths of the past come to life and inspire a brighter vision for our future.

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Evorath: The Complete Trilogy

by Joseph P Macolino

Release Date: July 23 2024

Kingdoms are divided while new alliances are forged. As a powerful evil takes hold of Evorath, will an ancient ritual be enough to ensure the world's survival? If you enjoy expansive worldbuilding, intricate fantasy lore, and that classic epic fantasy vibe, you'll get lost in the magical world of Evorath.

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Amid Clouds and Bones

by Ella Fields

Release Date: July 23 2024

As the half faerie daughter of a human king, my days were spent tucked out of sight—until the Seelie Fae sought an alliance with our kingdom. In exchange for my father’s help in defeating their Unseelie enemies, I would wed Atakan the heartless.

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Lies That Bleed (The Ember War Book 1)

by Leia Stone

Release Date: June 28 2024

After barely surviving, she’s thrust into the Imperial Fleet to learn how to control her new gifts, but as her power grows, so do the dangers—including multiple attempts on her life. When you don’t know who is friend or enemy, it’s hard to trust, but Kohen Badshah appears to be protecting her.

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The World Undone (The Protector Guild Book 8)

by Gray Holborn

Release Date: July 23 2024

I’d spent months convincing each of my bond-mates that hurting them was the last thing I’d ever do. And, as a twisted and cruel fate would have it, it would be.

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6 New Must Read Young Adult Novels

6 New Must Read Young Adult Novels

Dive into the latest wave of young adult fiction with six fresh, must-read novels that promise to captivate and inspire. From thrilling adventures to heartfelt coming-of-age stories, these books are perfect for anyone looking to escape into vibrant worlds and unforgettable characters. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to YA, these titles are sure to spark your imagination and keep you hooked from start to finish.



My Chicest Paris Mystery

by Kathleen Vincenz

Release Date: June 15 2024

Join Misty in her laugh-a-minute mishaps through Paris, as she saves a necklace, which may have belonged to Marie Antoinette, and transforms into a young teen with her own sense of self and style. Vive la Misty!

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The Seduction of Myra

by Christopher Cearley

Release Date: April 30 2024

In the futuristic realm of Dream Haven, where an artificial vacuum promises extended life spans, Hessler and his friends navigate a drug enhanced existence in the booming pornography industry.

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A Thousand Broken Pieces (A Thousand Boy Kisses Book 2)

by Tillie Cole

Release Date: July 23 2024

As Cael and Savannah embark on a journey of healing, they learn to find solace together, discovering a glimmer of light only the other can bring. And the harder they fall, the more they heal the fractured fragments of their hearts, piece by broken piece.

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Dragon's Heir (Blood of the Covenants Book 2)

by Leah E. Welker

Release Date: July 20 2024

The only way for Sarah and Koriben to survive and succeed is for them to embrace the connection growing between them. Yet they are in a race against time, because in ten days. . . the Devourer comes for them all.

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White Hot Kiss: The Dark Elements

by Jennifer L. Armentrout

Release Date: June 25 2024

Seventeen-year-old Layla just wants to be normal—fit in at school and go out on a real date with the gorgeous Zayne, who she's crushed on since forever. Trouble is, Zayne treats Layla like a sister—and Layla is anything but normal. She's half demon, half gargoyle, with abilities no one else possesses.

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The Grosh Affair (The Archives Of Innah McLeod Book 2)

by Jina S. Bazzar

Release Date: July 19 2024

A stolen past, a monstrous present, a deadly future. When nightmares of the past become today’s reality, Innah must fight tooth and nail to protect herself, her friends… and the balance of the realms.

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Interview with Jessica Rosenberg, Author of Spells & Spice & Everything Nice (Wyrd Words & Witchcraft Book 3)

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Spells & Spice & Everything Nice (Wyrd Words & Witchcraft Book 3)?

Spells & Spice & Everything Nice is book 3 in a series featuring Juliette, a 39-year-old woman with a chronic anxiety panic disorder. At the beginning of the series, Juliette, who has always believed she was a witch with minimal powers, develops the ability to reunite lost objects and their owners. The unexpected magical boost pushes her far out of her comfort zone and forces her to manage her anxiety rather than doing everything in her power to avoid triggering panic attacks. But while her magic allows her to right many wrongs, Juliette’s powers cannot help her find the one thing she’s always craved. Or can they? I write stories about women that readers can relate to despite their magical settings. Chronic anxiety is something a shocking number of us experience, yet it’s rare to read stories with anxious main characters. I set out to write Juliette’s story to show women struggling with the disorder that they are not alone, and that their anxiety doesn’t have to hold them back from living their dreams.

If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of Spells & Spice & Everything Nice (Wyrd Words & Witchcraft Book 3), what would they be?

Colbie Caillat: "Try" ; Julia Michaels: "Anxiety ( ft. Selena Gomez)"

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I have broad reading tastes, but I'm definitely partial to Magical Realism, Cozy Paranormal fiction, and anything Fantasy related.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

Deborah Harkness' new book 'The Blackbird Oracle' is sitting at the top of my TBR. I cannot wait to be on vacation next week so I can give it my undivided attention!

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

There is a scene toward the end of the book where the semi-sentient building that houses Juliette's appartment and bookshop creates a gorgeous bookshelf in the shape of a tree, complete with reading nooks on various branches. It was so fun to get to write about the bookshelf every book lover wishes they could have!

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I can't seem to start writing if I don't have a mug of hot coffee or tea on my desk. How much is left in the mug at the end of a writing session is a sure sign of how well things went!

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

These days I seem to be living by the moto, "Bird by Bird" coined by Anne Lamott. It’s what her father told her brother when he was panicking about writing a report on birds because there was just so much material to cover. Whenever I get overwhelmed by everything I need to do, I remind myself to focus on one bird at a time. It’s ironic because I have a massive bird phobia, but it works! It's also Ted Lasso's motto, which is an added bonus!

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

I would love for my readers to put down my books feeling like they've just enjoyed a great cup of coffee and a chat with their best friends. We are all so lonely and isolated these days, I want my readers to feel a little more connected and a little less alone.

 

Jessica Rosenberg is the author of the new book Spells & Spice & Everything Nice (Wyrd Words & Witchcraft Book 3)

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Interview with Jean Grainger, Author of Lilac Ink: The Knocknashee Story

What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write Lilac Ink: The Knocknashee Story?

I read an article about a woman who threw a bottle with a note inside into the sea in Co Wexford in Ireland ,and a family walking on a beach in New Jersey found it, which sparked the idea for a story.

What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?

I love thrillers, but historical fiction will always have my heart.

What books are on your TBR pile right now?

So many - I'm just starting 'The Dinner Guest', and just finished 'The Four Winds'.

What scene in your book was your favorite to write?

I love a good baddie and I have written a truly awful one in this series, so anything with Agnes Fitzgerald is fun to write.

Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)

I write in a glass office in my garden, so i'm surrounded by nature which is lovely. But I often write late at night, or in the early hours. I got into that habit when i worked full time as a teacher and wrote on the side.

Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?

The overwhelming majority of people are basically good and kind everywhere, and we all want the same thing: to be safe and comfortable, but that doesn't sell newspapers...

If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?

We have far more in common as human beings than the things that divide us, regardless of gender, geography, social class etc.

 

Jean Grainger is the author of the new book Lilac Ink: The Knocknashee Story

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