When Marrow Island by Alexis M. Smith popped up in my library feed, I was intrigued. I was first drawn to the cover but the synopsis, which sounded a lot like a real-life, post-apocalyptic eco-cult of a book, had me hooked. It's the story of Lucie, who, as a child, was forced to leave her home after an earthquake devastated the island and killed her father, who worked … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2016
9 Books for Dog Lovers
This post includes affiliate links. As an avid dog lover (I have two rescues), I'm always on the lookout for books that feature great pups. The following is a list of of fiction and non-fiction reads that are perfect for dog lovers. Not all of them are happy books but all of them will leave you curled up on the couch with your furry friend(s). While I have only … [Read more...]
‘7 Habits’ a Tough But Important Pill to Swallow
Where does one start when reviewing one of the most popular self-help books in recent memory? For me, I'll start with why I read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey in the first place. Lately, I've been in a bit of a rut and decided I needed something to help me refocus, primarily with regard to getting things done. … [Read more...]
7 Great Reads You May Have Missed
With so many books and recommendations floating around, it's easy to miss out on those by lesser-known authors. The following 7 books are ones that I throughly enjoyed but that you may never have heard of. They range from women's fiction to gritty gothic to those based on a true story, but all of them have stayed with me in some way. If you're looking for a new book and want to … [Read more...]
Animal Welfare is Smart Business in ‘The Humane Economy’
I'm a vegetarian. I wasn't always and I admit I still miss beef jerky and roast beef, but after reading Eating Animals and The Food Revolution, I knew I couldn't do it anymore. I could give you a list of emotional arguments about why I made this choice but as a fan of the mantra facts, not feelings, I'll encourage you to read The Humane Economy, instead. Because The Humane … [Read more...]