Tag: Independent Publisher

Starlings: The Curious Odyssey of a Most Hated Bird by Mike Stark

Starlings by Mike Stark

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Today’s review is about STARLINGS by Mike Stark. This is a nonfiction account of why so many in the U.S., especially historically, hate the starling bird. Stark relays their introduction and the various ways society at large tried to get rid of starlings.

Author: Mike Stark
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Bison Books
Publish Date: March 1, 2025
Print Length: 272

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The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall

The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall

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Today’s review is about THE LAST ONE by Rachel Howzell Hall. This is a romantasy debut by the author and appears (so far) to be a standalone book. Although the comparison to N.K. Jemisin meets The Witcher sounded intriguing, unfortunately this was a DNF for me. Read on to find out why.

Author: Rachel Howzell Hall
Series: No
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Entangled: Red Tower Books
Publish Date: December 3, 2024
Print Length: 496

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The Book of Purrs by Luis Coelho

The Book of Purrs by Luis Coelho

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Today’s review is about THE BOOK OF PURRS by Luis Coelho. It’s a collection of cat comics drawn by Coelho over the years and previously shared on social media. The adorable illustrations offer cute sound bites of humor, advice, and affirmation.

Author: Luis Coelho
Series: None
Age Category: All Ages
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Publish Date: October 22, 2024
Print Length: 96

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Odd Spirits by S.T. Gibson

Odd Spirits by S.T. Gibson

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Today’s review is about ODD SPIRITS by S.T. Gibson, a prequel novella to The Summoner’s Circle series. This standalone novella provides a more intimate story between Rhys and Moira, two main characters in the series. Newly married, they find their relationship strained between failing communication and a paranormal entity that set up shop in their home.

Author: S.T. Gibson
Series: The Summoner’s Circle, #0.5
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Angry Robot
Publish Date: October 8, 2024
Print Length: 200

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Under the Henfluence by Tove Danovich

Under the Henfluence by Tove Danovich

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Today’s review is about UNDER THE HENFLUENCE by Tove Danovich. It’s part memoir about keeping chickens and part nonfiction about the influence chickens have on society. This is definitely an interesting read if you have even a minor interest in acquiring pet chickens.

Author: Tove Danovich
Series: None
Age Category: Adult
Publisher: Agate Publishing
Publish Date: March 28, 2023
Print Length: 232

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