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AMBITIOUS VAMPIRE NOVEL combines a centuries-long vendetta, a Jewish family saga, and the humor and contemporary detail of a cozy romantasy. Well crafted and written, but not exactly my cup of tea; might be yours, though. SOLID B
https://books2read.com/immortalgifts
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As an author and artist, I'm a small business trying to make ends meet in these "interesting times." So once a week, I remind you lovely folks about the books I've written and other projects that you might enjoy. Up this week: The Bed, a foray into an urban fantasy world, complete with demons, angels, and haunted furniture.
Details here: https://www.lauraperryauthor.com/the-bed
For all who like to see my #scrollBook project in progress, I start a thread for new photos.
The idea: Having #art small enough for a handbag or hanged on a wall. 'Writing' a #book that can't get copied by AI or people - but can be inspiring for others.
Materials: A vintage wooden bobbin, tea-dyed coton flannel, #teaBags, #sareeSilk scraps, #lace, #embroidery, glass rocailles.
@embroidery @textilearts @fibrearts
#TextileArt #collageArt #fiberarts #wildStitching #mixedmedia #bookstodon #writer
While aesthetically my book and knitting are a nice match, they both require a bit too much attention to be a perfect fit on every row.
I'm re-reading 1984 and it feels very relevant to now. Orwell's #book isn't really #scifi, it's really a book about oppression and propaganda.
I'll do a blog on it I think. There are things to say about it.
There are socialists who say Orwell wasn't really a socialist, and they are probably right, but what Orwell gets so very right is how censorship works. By removing references to better things, people have no means to criticise current things. You can't say the current government is bad if you have no proof things were ever better.
As Orwell says: Who controls the past controls the future.
There are 18 walks detailed in it which cover the city's architecture, history and social development and take in the city centre, the West End, Maryhill, the East End, and a number of areas on the Southside. In all, there's 43 miles (73 km) of walks ranging in length from 1 mile (1.6 km) to just over 4 miles (6.5 km). All are easily accessible by public transport.
#glasgow #book #architecture #glasgow850 #glasgowarchitecture #visitglasgow
Time for an update on my book of walking tours around Glasgow. I've just finished the revisions suggested by the editior and have sent it off for a final proof copy to be printed. Barring any major issues with that, it should be available by the end of April.
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Take a break from the insanity and immerse yourself in the joy of the ancient Minoans! I drew all these designs myself - no AI or clipart - based on real Minoan art and artifacts.
Details and sample pix here: https://www.lauraperryauthor.com/minoan-coloring-book
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Our #OpenAccess #book fund is showing real results! One of our supported researchers, Stephan Schleim, shared that their book "#Brain Development and the #Law: #Neurolaw in Theory and Practice" has been downloaded over 4,000 times!
🔗 https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-72362-9
Stephan's publication was part of the first funding cycle that contributed to the publication of 47 open access books.
🔗 https://www.rug.nl/library/open-access/funding-deals-and-discounts/oa-book-fund
#AcademicPublishing #ResearchImpact #ethics #psychology #psychiatry
This book was a part of my February hopefuls that I did not complete before the end of the month. I have heard so many good reviews about this book, and I can't wait to see where it goes.
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It's me, that small business also known as an author, reminding you once again that I write books that you might like to read. Did you know that I've written a gay romance? It's set among the bull-leaper community in ancient Phaistos, Crete. Can Adelphos forgive himself and open his heart to love once again?
Details: https://www.lauraperryauthor.com/leap-a-love-story
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CAPTIVATING HISTORICAL FANTASY set in an alternate, magical 1930s US stars a barnstorming pilot (and former bootlegger) tasked with unraveling a deadly web of enchantments. Lots of thrills, wit, fascinating Black heroine, and a touch of romance. B PLUS
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-improvisers-nicole-glover/1144822121?ean=9780063293595
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I'm a writer, which amounts to being a small business owner attempting to make a (meager) living off my writing. So once a week, I share one of my books in case it might resonate with some of you.
The Last Priestess of Malia is historical fiction: The people of Crete fight to save their culture and their values from the onslaught of foreign conquerors. I'll be honest, it's not light reading. But I think it's relevant for our times, perhaps painfully so.
Details and content warnings here: https://www.lauraperryauthor.com/the-last-priestess-of-malia
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Just finished my first book of the year. I know it's mid-February but this was a bit of an 850-page epic. Been meaning to read this for at least a decade.
This was a great read - written in the style of mid-19th century novels, and with enough wit and playfulness to keep me fully engaged for the full length.
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