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#RecommendedReads: What I read in August

Posted on August 31, 2019 by Cara Bristol

August was a bumpy reading month. I started off not finishing three books before I hit a good one. I probably DNFed half a dozen books this month. And I read a contemporary military romance to which I can only … Continue reading →

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Recommended Reads: What I read in June #amreading

Posted on June 29, 2019 by Cara Bristol

Two books on June’s short list show the breadth and diversity of science fiction romance. Alpha’s Capture by Livia Bourne is dark and disturbing, while Pretty Human is light and sweet. Two good books, both totally different. I read seven … Continue reading →

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“Sweeps you away” — advance reviews for Under Fyre (Alien Dragon Shifters 1)

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Cara Bristol

Some early Goodreads reviews for Under Fyre: “What could be better than an alien romance from this author? Why, an alien DRAGON romance, of course! The teaser prequel was interesting, but it didn’t half-way prepare me for the wonder I … Continue reading →

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What I read in March…#recommended reads #PNR, #SFR, #Regency #nonfiction

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Cara Bristol

Welcome to my monthly mini-reviews of the books I read during the month. As you can see, I updated my graphic to a hammock in the sun instead of a cozy spot in front of the fire, because it IS … Continue reading →

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What I read in February: 9 books I recommend #SFR #PNR #Nonfiction

Posted on February 28, 2019 by Cara Bristol

Looking for your next good book? Take a look at what I read in February. I recommend all of these. You’ll find a mix of science fiction romance, paranormal romance (dragons and shifters), and some nonfiction titles. Anna Hackett is … Continue reading →

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An observation about review rankings of series books…

Posted on October 4, 2017 by Cara Bristol

After writing three series, I’ve noticed an interesting phenomenon with respect to reviews: later books in a series get better reviews than the first book. Here are the average star rankings on Amazon for my three series: Breeder series Breeder … Continue reading →

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Readers & authors…let’s talk spoilers

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Cara Bristol

Spoiler, n. information about the plot of a motion picture or TV program [or novel] that can spoil the viewer’ sense of surprise or suspense. Reader/veteran reviewer Meredith Gurr had asked in a Facebook group if mentioning a story contained … Continue reading →

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“Toe-curlingly sexy,” “fantastic thrill ride,” “sizzling romance” – Claimed by the Cyborg

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Cara Bristol

“A nice balance between romance and danger” –  Mixed Book Bag “Toe-curlingly sexy” – Naughty Knitter Reviews “Hugely romantic” –  Deanna’s World “A little bit of everything, action, romance, mystery and suspense…I couldn’t put it down”­­–  Boundless Book Reviews “A … Continue reading →

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An author’s POV: 8 ways to improve your book review blog

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Cara Bristol

I have empathy for book reviewers. Once word gets out that they review books, they’re inundated with authors pushing their books. (Hint to readers who want free books – become a book blogger. If you review it, they will come…). … Continue reading →

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The trials of getting book reviews and scary math…

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Cara Bristol

About a month ago, I began the laborious process of requesting books reviews for my  sci-fi romance, Mated with the Cyborg, which was released on Tuesday. Soliciting reviews doesn’t mean recreating the wheel with each new release, but it does mean tightening … Continue reading →

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