I mentioned in my last post that I had had some interesting experiences with vanity press publishers. I am starting to wonder if I have a sign on my head saying “sucker” or “will give away hard earned cash freely”. Anyway dramatics aside here is a summary of my experiences so far. About nine months… Continue reading Vanity Press Companies, tramps and thieves
Category: Books
Indie Publisher and Self-Published Authors: Hidden Gems
During 2015 I read and reviewed over 60 books for this blog. When I looked over what I read and how they were published, over half of the books were either self published (by an individual or through an author's personal imprint - their own publishing arm) or published through small independent press organisations. Of the books… Continue reading Indie Publisher and Self-Published Authors: Hidden Gems
January Book Review Round Up
I do love my holiday reading! I don't take on many review books over the Christmas/New year break to give myself a chance to work through "the pile". This month's selection was a combination of review books, presents and personal purchases, hence the variety of genres. ***** “The Dandelion Clock” by… Continue reading January Book Review Round Up
First 5* review of 2016 – “The Dandelion Clock” by Sarah Key
Spring Equinox is almost upon Cape Town and someone is killing homeless women. In fact two people are; an inept contract killer and a deranged pyscho, who has made a pact with a demon. Will the group of friends (a psychic nursing student, a carefree nanny, a rock singer and a rich anorexic) be able… Continue reading First 5* review of 2016 – “The Dandelion Clock” by Sarah Key
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