Category Archives: Bookish Chatter

BEA Feature Post: A Behind the Scenes Look at eBooks

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Jenn

Rather than writing the standard BEA wrap-up post where I try (and fail!) to recall what I did each day, I’ve decided to focus on sessions/events in which I found a great deal of value. Last week while I was … Continue reading →

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Welcome BEA Attendees!

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Jenn

This post is intended to serve as a welcome or intro to me for those authors, publicists, bloggers, etc whom I met while at a BEA (Book Expo America) or the BEA Blogger Conference. This is a sticky post. Just … Continue reading →

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Going to BEA/BEA Blogger Convention? Let’s Meet Up!

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Jenn

It’s less than a month away: the event book bloggers, authors, & publishers all look forward to! Book Expo America! One of the most important things about BEA is not the free galleys but the networking!  I’ve made some great … Continue reading →

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Reliving Morrison: My Path Down Memory Lane

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Jenn

Today, May 8th has been deemed Toni Morrison day to celebrate the publication of Morrison’s newest book, Home. After reading a review copy of home Home, I knew there was no way I could possibly review a novel by this incredibly talented … Continue reading →

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Blogiversary Special: Things I Wish I Knew As A New Blogger

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Jenn

Today I celebrate the fourth anniversary of this blog. It has really been a wonderful four years, full of many changes on this blog. From the one-paragraph (gasp!) reviews to a complete overhaul to the overall appearance of my blog … Continue reading →

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TSS: Books Spark Excellent Discussions

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Jenn

This week I had the pleasure of reading & reviewing two pretty outstanding books, Defending Jacob by William Landay and Helpless by Daniel Palmer. The storyline, the plot, the characters weren’t the only things that made these books outstanding. What … Continue reading →

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Best Books of 2011: Girl Power

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Jenn

When I began to work on my “favorites of 2011” list, the task immediately became quite daunting. How on earth could I limit it to just 10 books? Quickly I realized that was an impossible task. Why limit the books … Continue reading →

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Giveaway: The Thirteen Hallows by Michael Scott & Colette Freedman

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Jenn

Earlier today, I reviewed The Thirteen Hallows, the stunning debut in a new saga by Michael Scott & Colette Freedman. Now, thanks to the publisher, I have one copy to give away to one lucky winner. To enter, please fill … Continue reading →

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Review: The Nook Tablet

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Jenn

The wait was worth it, ladies & gentlemen.  I now have, in my possession, the Nook Tablet.  My opinion, two days past purchase: it’s pretty awesome. I have the Nook Classic as well, so I’m familiar with the overall Nook … Continue reading →

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Off Topic: Kobo, I’m Breaking Up With You

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Jenn

Warning: ranting to follow. If you’ve missed my ranting on Twitter & Facebook about the issues I’ve been having with Kobo, here’s at cliff-notes version of the saga I’ve been dealing with. Up until now, I loved Kobo’s products. I … Continue reading →

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