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Join us for this tour from April 24 to May 15, 2023!
Book Details: Book Title: Only Prince Charming Gets to Break the Rules: Gender and Rule Violation in Fairy Tales and Life by Anne E. Beall Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 148 pages Genre: Feminist, Fairy Tales, Literary Criticism Publisher: Independent Publishing Release date: Oct 2022 Tour dates: April 24 to May 15, 2023 Content Rating: PG + M. Some mature themes, some characters are executed for their transgressions, some violence
Book Description:
Explore the fascinating link between gender stereotypes in fairy tales and real-world life with Only Prince Charming Gets to Break the Rules: Gender and Rule Violation in Fairy Tales and Life. This thought-provoking book carefully analyzes 200 folktales and fairy tales from around the world, uncovering a universal disparity in how male and female characters are punished for breaking the rules. Through a blend of thorough research and literary investigation, the book sheds light on how these stereotypes affect our families, politics, and education. A powerful feminist critique of social norms, this academic yet accessible exploration shows how our most cherished tales shape our cultures. 
Meet the Author:
Anne E. Beall is an award-winning author whose books have been featured in People Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Toronto Sun, Hers Magazine, Ms. Career Girl, and she’s been interviewed by NBC, NPR, and WGN. Her book, Cinderella Didn’t Live Happily Ever After: The Hidden Messages in Fairy Tales won a Gold award from Literary Titan. And her Heartfelt Connections book was named one of the top 100 Notable Indie books in 2016 by Shelf Unbound. She received her PhD in social psychology from Yale University and is the founder of the strategic market-research firm, Beall Research. connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ goodreads
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Apr 24 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway Apr 25 – Stephanie Jane – book review / giveaway Apr 26 – Casia's Corner – book review / giveaway Apr 27– Rockin' Book Reviews – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Apr 28 – I'm Into Books – book spotlight / giveaway May 1– Just Another Reader – book review May 3 – Liese's Blog - book spotlight May 3 - 411 ON BOOKS, AUTHORS, AND PUBLISHING NEWS - book spotlight / giveaway May 5 – Novels Alive – book review / giveaway May 5- Gina Rae Mitchell - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway May 8 - Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway May 9 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway May 9 - Book Corner News and Reviews - book review / giveaway May 10 – The Phantom Paragrapher – book review / giveaway May 11 – Sadie's Spotlight – book spotlight May 12 – Books for Books – book spotlight May 12 - Splashes of Joy - book review / giveaway May 15 - Sue’s Musings – book review / giveaway
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Join us for this tour from Feb 6 to Feb 24, 2023!
Book Details: Book Title: Two Floors Above Grief: A Memoir of Two Families in the Unique Place We Called Home by Kevin M. O'Connor Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 318 pages Genre: Non-Fiction, Memoir Publisher: 18th Floor Publishing Release date: November 2022 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (Gifted Kindle) Tour dates: Feb 6 to Feb 24, 2023 Content Rating: PG for two languages use and use of F-word.
Book Description:
As a child in the 1950s, Kevin O’Connor knew his house was different than those of his friends. A stately, three-story, nineteenth century Victorian. His bed tucked next to a stage in a former ballroom. His uncle and aunt lived with their three daughters on the floor below. A large electric organ stood stately in a corner of the first-floor mortuary business. Stacked caskets and an embalming room filled the basement. Nobody had a house like his. Set from the 1920s to ‘80s, Two Floors Above Grief is full of fascinating details and anecdotes about his upbringing as a funeral home child, brought to vivid life through a compelling collection of letters written by various family members who lived and worked together at the O’Connor Funeral Home in Elgin, Illinois. Blending the twenty-four-hour business of death and its constantly ringing phone with joy experienced through music, radios, pets, backyard basketball games, co-parenting, faith, and celebrations, O’Connor offers a reflective tale affirming the love of family and embracing life. 
Meet the Author:
Kevin O’Connor enjoys chronicling the stories of families and friends through tracing genealogical histories and writing. His prior writing includes a dissertation, personal letters, articles, anthologies, and presentations delivered at conferences, seminars, and webinars. He brings people together personally and professionally. Collaborating with friends and relatives, he plans family and class reunions. He sings and performs in theaters and is active with SMART Ride, a bicycling group that rides annually from Miami to Key West, raising funds for HIV awareness, treatment, and education. Kevin was an elementary teacher, principal, professor, and curriculum coordinator in California, Illinois, and Florida from 1973 to 2020. He authored content and provided training in areas including support for substitute teachers, LGBTQ advocacy, and Sexual Health/Family Life. Kevin resides in Ft. Lauderdale with his husband, Leon. Their family includes five sons and seven granddaughters. connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ linkedin ~ goodreads
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Feb 6 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 6 - Because I said so -- and other adventures in Parenting – book review / guest post / giveaway Feb 7 - Jazzy Book Reviews - book spotlight / giveaway Feb 8 – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 9 – I'm Into Books - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 10 – Novels Alive - book review Feb 10 – Novels Alive - book spotlight/ giveaway Feb 13 – Gina Rae Mitchell – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 14 – Book Corner News and Reviews– book review / giveaway Feb 15 – Diana’s Book Journal– book spotlight Feb 16 – Locks, Hooks and Books– book review / giveaway Feb 17 – Splashes of Joy – book spotlight / giveaway Feb 17 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway Feb 21 – Celticlady's Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway Feb 22 – Books for Books– book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 23 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway Feb 23 – Books and Games– book review / author interview / giveaway Feb 24 – Liese's Blog – book spotlight
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Book Details: Book Title: Standing Strong: The Real Life Story of Overcoming Adversity and Becoming Unstoppable in Life and Business by Tina Brandau Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 154 pages Genre: Memoir / Self-Help / Inspirational Publisher: Red Sky Publishing Publication Date: May 3, 2022 Formats available for review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (EPUB, PDF) Tour dates: Feb 6 to Feb 24 Content Rating: G: no bad language no sex etc
Book Description:
Is it possible to stand strong regardless of what life throws at you? Standing Strong is a vulnerable, candid, and dramatic look into a forty-year-old woman’s journey when she found herself in the midst of a long healing process after a sudden and unimaginable accident. The doctors said she would never again function beyond that of a young child. Tina shares the story, the steps she took, and the life lessons she learned, including the unique view of the world she experienced along the way. No one gets out of this life unscathed, everyone faces stresses, challenges, setbacks, and adversity. Can you stand strong regardless of what life throws at you? Yes! Let Tina Brandau share with you the system, principles, and practices she used to help you see that anything is possible. Become unstoppable . . . and stand strong! 
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Tina Brandau is the premier life, leadership, and business “Success Coach.” She is an author, international speaker, coach, and founder of Success Coaching Solutions as well as a business executive of thirty years, wife, mom, lifelong learner, and serial entrepreneur. She believes the biggest challenge in life is to become all that you have the possibility of becoming. For Free Tools visit www.livestandingstrong.com connect with the author: website ~ goodreads
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Feb 6 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / author interview / giveaway Feb 6 - Jazzy Book Reviews - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 7 – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 9 – The Life We Build – book review / giveaway Feb 9 - Novels Alive - book review Feb 9 - Novels Alive - book spotlight / giveaway Feb 10 – A Mama's Corner of the World – book review / giveaway Feb 13 – fundinmental– book spotlight / giveaway Feb 14 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway Feb 14 – Sandra's Book Club– book review / giveaway Feb 15 – Liese's Blog – book spotlight Feb 16 - Splashes of Joy - book review / giveaway Feb 17 – Diana’s Book Journal– book spotlight / giveaway Apr 17 - Books for Books - book spotlight Feb 17 - Books are a Blessing - book review / giveaway Feb 21 – Gina Rae Mitchell– book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 21- Authors on iTours: Let's Talk Books - book review Feb 22 – Celticlady's Reviews– book spotlight / giveaway Feb 22 - Leanne bookstagram - book review Feb 23 – Cover Lover Book Review– book review / guest post / giveaway Feb 24 - Books and Games – book review / author interview / giveaway
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Book Details: Book Title: DAWGS: A True Story of Lost Animals and the Kids Who Rescued Them by Diane Trull with Meredith Wargo Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 256 pages Genre: Narrative Non-Fiction Publisher: Citadel Press - Kensington Publishing Corp. Release date: March 2020 Tour dates: Feb 6 to Feb 24, 2023 Content Rating: This non-fiction book is rated PG. There is one scene in which the shelter was broken into and several puppies were killed. The author does not go into any gory details, but this information may trigger some sensitive readers.
2021 Hearten Grand Prize Winner, Chanticleer International Book Awards - Uplifting & Inspiring Non-Fiction
Award Winner in the Animals/Pets: Narrative Nonfiction category of the 2021 Best Book Awards sponsored by American Book Fest
Book Description:
We can all make a difference. Elementary-school teacher Diane Trull’s life-defining moment happened when her fourth-grade reading class saw a photo of a cardboard box overflowing with homeless puppies. Her young students were determined to save these lost pups and others like them. In that moment, the Dalhart Animal Wellness Group and Sanctuary—known as DAWGS—was born. How Trull and her fourth graders started their own animal shelter is a story of dedication, commitment, and perseverance. Trull shares inspiring stories about animals and animal lovers of all ages in this moving story of hope and compassion. DAWGS is a testament to how love and a strong measure of determination can offer second chances—one animal, one child, and one day at a time.  Diane Trull
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Diane Trull’s lifelong passion for rescuing animals served as the catalyst for cofounding the Dalhart Animal Wellness Group and Sanctuary (DAWGS) with her husband, Mark Trull, and a group of fourth-grade students. Diane continues to teach those involved in animal rescue about the importance that compassion and community service play in making a difference in the lives of homeless animals.  Meredith Wargo
Meredith Wargo is an award-winning author and advocate for animals. The recipient of four Maxwell Medallions from the Dog Writers Association of America, she has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Although a native Texan, Meredith currently lives in southern Utah with her husband and a menagerie of rescued pets.
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Feb 6 – KC Beanie Boos Collection – book spotlight / giveaway Feb 6 –fundinmental – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 7 – FUONLYKNEW – book spotlight / giveaway Feb 7 - Sandra's Book Club – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 8 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 9 –Stephanie Jane Ko-fi – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 10 –Celticlady's Reviews – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 10 - I'm Into Books - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 13 –Liese's Blog – book spotlight / author interview Feb 14 – I'd Rather Be At The Beach – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 14 - Reading Authors Network – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 15 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 15 - A Mama's Corner of the World - book spotlight / giveaway Feb 16 –Pick a Good Book – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 16 - Splashes of Joy - book spotlight / giveaway Feb 21 – Diana’s Book Journal – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Feb 21 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 23 –Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 23 - Jazzy Book Reviews - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 24 – The Phantom Paragrapher – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 24 - Books for Books - book spotlight
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Join us for this tour from Jan 9 to Jan 20, 2023!
Book Details: Book Title: The River of God's Presence by Jeannine Rodriguez-Everard Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 316 pages Genre: Christian Spiritual Life Publisher: Images of Light Publishing, LLC Release date: October 2022 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA only), ebook (PDF) Tour dates: Jan 9 to Jan 20, 2023 Content Rating: This Christian book is rated G.
Book Description:
One night, Jesus caught Jeannine up in the most vivid dream of her life. In this dream, He flew her around the world and revealed how His presence is like the river of God. By contemplating the rivers in Scripture with Him, Jeannine began to understand what happens when we encounter His presence. From Genesis through Revelation, Jesus revealed to her how the rivers in Scripture can metaphorically depict what happens in God's presence and how Jesus invites us to commune with Him. Regardless of your experience with God, this book will take you deeper and further in your spiritual life, and you will be more aware of His presence and all that is available to you within it. Studying the river of God will compel you to spend time with Him, where you will find the answers to all the "whats?" and the "whys?" and the "hows?" and the "what-ifs?" you've been asking. You will discover in His presence the best inspiration for life. As you read The River of God's Presence, you will become more aware of His presence, and you will learn to live from the place of His presence. As this occurs, the beauty of His presence will flow out from your relationship with Him in such a way that it affects every aspect of your life! 
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Jeannine Rodriguez-Everard is an author, teacher, and international speaker. She is gifted in understanding the supernatural and how God speaks to His children. Jeannine seeks to help people know God and how He uniquely created them to reflect His Light and love to the world. Through her understanding of the ways of God and the importance of communion with Him, Jeannine helps people encounter God personally, while understanding their ability to bring Heaven to Earth through friendship with Jesus. Jeannine and her husband, Ian, live in Idaho with their two beloved dogs, Jimmy & Johnny. Jeannine also enjoys connecting with God and others through art, singing, and storytelling. connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ bookbub
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Jan 9 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / author interview / giveaway Jan 10 –Cover Lover Book Review – book review / guest post / giveaway Jan 13 –Lady Hawkeye – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Jan 17 –ChrisManion.com – book review / author interview / giveaway Jan 18 – @enjoyingbooksagain – book review / giveaway Jan 18 -Authors on iTours: Let's Talk Books – book review Jan 18 - A Mama's Corner of the World - book review / giveaway Jan 19 – Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway Jan 19 -Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway Jan 23 – The Obsessed Reader – book review / giveaway TBD – @pate6685 – book review / giveaway TBD – Books are a Blessing – book review / giveaway
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  Join us for this tour from Dec 6 to Dec 19, 2022! Book Details: Book Title: In the Daze of My Youth: A Memoir by Joshua Kraushar Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 160 pages Genre: Non-Fiction, Memoir Publisher: Mascot Books Release date: December 2022 Tour dates: December, 2022 Content Rating: PG-13 + M: Parts of the book talk about illegal drug use Book Description: Hello! I’m Josh―and with the exception of friends, family, former colleagues, and students, you don’t know me from Adam. This autobiography is a down-to-earth, intimate memoir of my life, spanning the bulk of the 1950s through 1970s. Since I’m almost seventy now, my life today has zero resemblance to that of the person I’ve written about. The drugs I partake in today, like Lipitor and Flomax, don’t seem to be as much fun as acid and mescaline were many decades ago. Nonetheless, my memories of youth are vivid and amusing. Many of the vignettes that I have incorporated into the book are true-to-life anecdotes that I have related over the years at dinner parties to amuse my friends. Having taught high school for thirty-five years following the events of this book, I intentionally neglected to relate any of the stories to my students knowing full well that I would be fired on the spot. Since I am now very happily retired, I have absolutely no fear of retribution from irate parents or Board of Education members. In the Daze of My Youth traces my life from good Jewish boy to New York City checker cab driver to degenerate druggie to world traveler. Even though I’m a happily married dad with grown children who are infinitely more responsible than I’ll ever be, I sometimes still feel like the wild man I was many years ago . . .  Meet the Author: Joshua Kraushar is a former history teacher, cab driver, and New York City tour guide. He received numerous awards during his 35-year career in education, including New Jersey Humanities Teacher of the Year. He was inspired to tell the story of his formative years by friends who generally found his anecdotes related to taxi driving and world travel to be compelling and particularly funny. He also wishes to give anyone who was born during the last forty years a good sense of what it was like to grow up in the ’60s and ’70s and to freak out his former students who assumed he was reasonably sane. Joshua and his wife Terri currently live in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, with their incredibly hairy golden retriever, Khaleesi, and are the parents of two sons, Jeremy and Zack. Tour Schedule:
Dec 6 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight Dec 7 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight Dec 7 - Splashes of Joy – book spotlight Dec 8 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight Dec 8 - Books are a Blessing – book spotlight Dec 9 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book spotlight Dec 9 – fundinmental – book spotlight Dec 13 – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight Dec 14 – Literary Flits – book spotlight Dec 15 – The Obsessed Reader – book spotlight Dec 19 - Jazzy Book Reviews - book spotlight TBD – Bootsie’s Book Nook – book spotlight 
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Book Details: Book Title: Beyond Flight or Fight: A Compassionate Guide for Working with Fearful Dogs by Sunny Weber Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 186 pages Genre: Animals/Dogs/Training/Self-Help Publisher: Pups & Purrs Press Release date: September 2016 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA and Canada), ebook (MOBI for Kindle, PDF), and audiobook (audible download) Tour dates: Nov 21 to Dec 16, 2022 Content Rating: This non-fiction book is rated G.
Book Description:
Is your dog afraid of noises, objects, or you? Whether you have taken a fearful dog into your home, or you work professionally to save lives, Beyond Flight or Fight is an indispensable tool. Discover how to help dogs that have been neglected, abused, or are genetically timid. Fearful, timid, and/or reactive dogs are the most commonly rejected and euthanized dog personality type. Shelters, rescues, and sanctuaries often do not have the financial resources, time, or qualified staff to help these dogs adapt to life with humans. By providing a concise, easy-to-understand guide for anyone who has chosen a fearful dog to adopt, foster, or rehabilitate for other potential owners, Beyond Flight or Fight will help many people save many innocent, confused, and overwhelmed dogs’ lives. Unique points covered include:
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Book Title: City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette by Sunny Weber Category: Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 110 pages Genre: Animals/Dogs/Training/Self-Help Publisher: Pups & Purrs Press Release date: September 2018 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA and Canada), ebook (MOBI for Kindle, PDF), and audiobook (audible download) Tour dates: Nov 21 to Dec 16, 2022 Content Rating: This non-fiction book is rated G.
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Think you need just a leash & a dog? So you think dog walking is a no-brainer, right? Just snap on the old leash and head out the door, until. . . • Your dog pulls you off your feet or jerks your arm out of its socket • An off-leash dog races straight at you and your dog, in attack or play • A speeding bicyclist barely misses hitting you • Your dog jumps on a passer-by while you are distracted • A panting, passing runner causes your dog to go ballistic from the aggressive, fast invasion of her space • You encounter a coyote or snake City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette will cover all scenarios you and your dog can expect in urban and suburban environments. You will learn simple commands to help you understand each other, find the best fit of equipment, be aware of local hazards, and appreciate basic manners so you and your pup are welcome wherever you go. Sunny Weber will help you enjoy the outdoors with your furry friend—safely! 
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Sunny Weber has over 30 years in animal welfare advocacy. She has experience in rescue, fostering, medical care, service and therapy dog evaluation and training, shelter and sanctuary work and specializes in the rehabilitation of fearful animals. Sunny has rehabilitated then re-homed hundreds of dogs, cats and horses. connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ linked-In ~ goodreads ~ bookbub
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Nov 21 – Rockin' Book Reviews– audiobook review of Beyond Flight or Fight / guest post / giveaway Nov 23 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of Beyond Flight or Fight / guest post / giveaway Nov 25 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / giveaway Nov 28 – Splashes of Joy – audiobook review of Beyond Flight or Fight / giveaway Nov 29 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / guest post / giveaway Nov 30 – Stephanie Jane– book review of Beyond Flight or Fight / giveaway Dec 2 - Rockin' Book Reviews – book spotlight of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / giveaway Dec 7 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book spotlight of Beyond Flight or Fight / author interview Dec 7 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book review of Beyond Flight or Fight / giveaway Dec 8 – Books for Books– audiobook review of Beyond Flight or Fight Dec 8 - fundinmental - books spotlight / giveaway Dec 13 – Books for Books – audiobook review oof City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette Dec 13 – I'd Rather Be At The Beach – audiobook review of Beyond Flight or Fight / giveaway Dec 14 – I'd Rather Be At The Beach – audiobook review of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / giveaway Dec 14 – Paws.Read.Repeat – book review of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / giveaway Dec 15 – A Mama's Corner of the World – book review of Beyond Flight or Fight / guest post / giveaway Dec 16 – A Mama's Corner of the World – book review of City Dog Walking Safety & Etiquette / giveaway
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