• The Revolutionary Blog Tour and Starbucks Giveaway

    Hey, friends! If you follow me on social media, you may have noticed The Revolutionary is on tour. Through April 23, a different blogger is sharing a personal review and information about how to participate in a Starbucks giveaway (gift card). I’d love for you to take advantage of this chance to win some coffee, plus hear what readers are saying! After all, coffee does make the world “smell better,” as my character Portia once said. To enter, visit any of the blog stops along the way  or simply click here: Among the Reads, April 10 Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, April 10 Moments Dipped in Ink, April 11…

  • All Things Bookish: Reviews, BookBub, and Spring Photo Contest

    Spring is my favorite season! I love the sunshine, warm weather, and vibrant green I see everywhere I look outdoors. (Sorry for all my northern friends who are still getting snow!) Today, I also want to pause to say thank you again to everyone who played a part in my book launch last month … and to everyone who continues to play a part. Reviews and Thanks You’s To start, here’s a big shout-out to everyone who’s written a book review on Amazon or Goodreads! Reviews don’t have to be long but really can make a huge difference. Also, I want to thank the Inspired Prompt blog for hosting me…

  • Top 10 Best Reads from 2016

    Top 10 Best Reads from 2016? But Kristen, we’re in 2017 now. Yes, I know this post may seem late, but I spent the last week moving and everything that comes with it. Besides, there are 12 new months to fill with good books, which gives all of us some time to add a title or two to our lists. My top picks are in no special order and range from fiction to non-fiction, from fantasy to historical romance to personal growth. You might just find one that fits your favorite genre or something that pleasantly surprises you. I did. #1: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkein Though written as a children’s book, The…