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The Mayfair Moon By J.A. Redmerski Paperback: 360 pages Publisher: CreateSpace (January 6, 2012) ISBN-10: 1468185527 Genre: paranormal YA Summary: After a nightmarish encounter with a werewolf, seventeen-year-old Adria Dawson loses her sister, but gains the love of a mysterious young man and his legendary family. Strange and tragic things begin to happen in the small town of Hallowell, Maine: residents come down with an unexplainable ‘illness’ and some disappear. In the midst of everything, Isaac Mayfair is adamant about keeping Adria safe, even from her sister whom he has warned her to stay away from. As unspeakable secrets unfold all around Adria, impossible choices become hers to bear. Ultimately, no matter what path she takes, her life and the lives of those she loves will be in peril. As she learns about the werewolf world she also learns why her place in it will change the destinies of many. Purchase links: Amazon  book |  Kindle   My review: ...

The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing Author: Mayra Calvani and Anne K. Edwards Publisher: Twilight Times Books ISBN: 978-1-933353-22-7 Genre: Reference/Writing Format: Trade paperback Price: $16.95 print, $4.99 ebook Pages: 180 Description: Are you passionate about books? Do you have the desire to share your thoughts about a book with readers, yet are unsure about what makes a good review? Are you curious about the influence reviews have on readers, booksellers, and librarians? If you’re an experienced reviewer, The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing will serve as an excellent reference tool and amalgam of resources. If you’re a beginner, this book will show you how to write a well-written, honest, objective and professional book review. It will also teach you: How to read critically  How to differentiate the various types of reviews ·  How to rate books  How to prevent amateurish mistakes How to deal with the ethics and legalities of reviewing...