My Reviews at Amazon and Goodreads January 2022

by JamieBJ | Jan 22, 2022

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the review links to Amazon here, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it isn’t up to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

For what ever reason, Amazon rejected 12 of my reviews mid month in November, over the span of just a few days, and I can’t figure out why. It happened with both positive and negative reviews, from fiction to nonfiction to children’s. I’ve decided to make links to my Goodreads reviews (if available) orange!

Because of this treatment, I’ve decided to review as little as possible on Amazon, sticking to Advance Reader Copies that don’t require it, though I am still doing some to honor my ARC commitments. I actually only reviewed two books in December after this treatment, but now in January I am posting more to Amazon. We’ll see how it goes!

So, to reiterate, any purple/blue links you see go to my reviews at Amazon; orange links to the review at Goodreads.

Fiction

Historical Romance (and Time-Travel Romance)

A Lady’s Brave Heart by Rose Pearson
Highlander’s Bride by Mariah Stone (time travel to medieval Scotland)
With Quill and Ink by Leenie Brown
Three Kisses Till Christmas by Charlie Lane
The Scandalous Vixen (#2 Duchess Society) by Tracy Sumner
Pemberley’s Christmas Governess by Regina Jeffers
A Stolen Season: London by Tamara Gill
The Hidden Heiress by Penny Fairbanks
A Dare Too Far by Charlie Lane

Contemporary Romance

Rancher’s Family Christmas by Leslie North
Man of the Month Club: SEASON 1 (January, February, and March) by Ann Omasta
One Hundred Reflections by Kelly Collins
Rolled in Dust by Mel A ROWE
Bright Fire by Roxie Clarke

Christmas Fiction

Cupid Claus by Sarah Fischer
Stockings Were Hung: A Contemporary Romance Christmas Anthology by S.L. Sterling
Christmas at Terminal 104 by Irene Micheals
Three Kisses Til Christmas by Charlie Lane
A Nutcracker Christmas by Laurie Winter
The Rogue Who Stole Christmas: A Historical Holiday Romance Collection by
Alyssa Drake

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Maggie’s Missing Moonstone by Morgan Vale

Speculative Fiction

The Fox and the Viscount (The Shifter Season #1) by Laura Greenwood

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

Children’s Fiction

My Homework Ate My Dog by Charles Montgomery
The Flying Tree – L’Albero Volante: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book English Italian by Ingo Blum
Save The World! It’s The Only Planet That Has Chocolate: English-German version by Ingo Blum
Where Is My Little Unicorn? – ¿Dónde está mi pequeño unicornio? by Ingo Blum
Do You Want to Be a Ninja? by Mark Bacera

Children’s Christmas Fiction

The Quokkas’ Christmas Quest by J. Macpherson
Noël (A Denny and Penny Fun Rhyming Picture Book) by Silas Wood

Nonfiction

General

The Grade 1 Music Theory Book by Hampstead Piano Academy

Writing

Activity Books for Adults

Nonogram Puzzle Books for Adults by Mohammed Kasmi
Plane Activities for Adults Book Vol 5 by Growing Kids Press
Family Sudoku. Sudoku for Kids with Sudoku Puzzles for Adults Too! by Dan Allbaugh
241 Real-world Brain Teasers by Invent and Discover

Christmas Activity Books for Adults

Journals

Let Your Zen Out: A 52-Week Simple Guided Journal To Be Completely Alive With Zen by Emily Murphy
Final Wishes | Things You Must Know After I Die by Thoughtful Planners
The Hustle Journal: Be Productive, Stay Focused, Build Your Empire
Bogdan Ivanov
Wine Tasting Journal by Alejandro Sara

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Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Self-Help and Motivational

200 Questions to Ask Before You Get Married by Kelly Blanton

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Planets in Astrology by Mari Silva

Business, Money, and Investing

Cookbooks

Children’s Nonfiction

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Learn to Read: Sight Words Storybook for Preschool by Soul Sparkle
Activity Book for Teens: Fun Puzzle Book for Teenagers by Brain Lane Puzzle Studio
How to Draw for Kids ages 4-8 by Cutesy Kiddz

Children’s Christmas Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Merry Christmas Coloring Book for Kids 4-6 by KC Press
Christmas Activity Book for Kids Ages 8-10 by KC Press
Christmas Coloring Book for Kids Ages 8-12 by Penciol Press
Christmas Coloring Book for Kids vol 2 by Funny Day
Christmas Coloring Book for Kids vol 3 by Funny Day
Christmas Dot Markers Activity Book for KidAges 2+ by Kimberly Gillett

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon November 2021

by JamieBJ | Nov 8, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the review links to Amazon here, so you can read them there!

By the way, the first book on the top line above is my own cookbook with recipes for side dishes you can make ahead for the holidays. I actually wrote this book and tested the recipes when I worked nightshift at a local hospital. If I can find time to cook ahead as a busy nurse, you can, too! Check out the book if you’d like to enjoy the holidays with your friends and family…and not be so stuck in the kitchen when everyone else is having fun! It has some negative reviews from disgruntled authors and reviewers who thought it was a great way to get back at me for negative or popular reviews–not read by them, as I know from my sales records–but anyone who has actually read the book gave it 5 stars!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it isn’t up to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

For what ever reason, Amazon rejected 12 of my reviews mid month, over the span of just a few days, and I can’t figure out why. It happened with both positive and negative reviews, from fiction to nonfiction to children’s. 🤷‍♀️ I’ve decided to make their links to my Goodreads reviews (if available) red!

Because of this treatment, I’ve decided to review as little as possible on Amazon, sticking to Advance Reader Copies that don’t require it.

So, to reiterate, any purple or blue links you see go to my reviews at Amazon; red or orange links to the review at Goodreads.

Fiction

Historical Romance / Historical Fiction

The Last Rose of Shanghai by Weina Dai Randel
The Blackguard of the Glen by Michelle Deerwester-Dalrymple
A Wanton Heiress for the Duke by Olivia T. Bennet (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
The Brazen Bluestocking by Tracy Sumner (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
Fitzwilliam Darcy, Man of Fortune by Jennifer Joy
Mistress in the Making – The Complete Series by Larissa Lyons
His Brazen Tart by Victoria Vale
Ruin Me, If You Dare by Alyssa Clarke
Confessions of a Viscount by Shirley Karr
Mr. Dale and the Divorcée by Sophie Barnes
Dare to Love a Marquess by Rose Pearson
The Viscount without Virtue by Katherine Grant
Her Rake by Charlotte Russell

Contemporary Romance

Meant to Be Mine: A Charity Romance Anthology by Lizzie James et al
A Change of Pace by Freya Barker

Christmas Fiction

A Winter Cabin Christmas by Megan Squires
Eight Days of Christmas by Starla DeKruyf
Christmas Carole by Nancy Fraser
On Christmas Avenue by Ginny Baird
Sugar Plum Kisses: A Sweet Christmas Romance Anthology by multiple authors
Christmas in Cheshire Bay (in Sugar Plum Kisses anthology) by H.M. Shander (link to Goodreads review of just this story)
Under the Mistletoe (in Sugar Plum Kisses anthology) by Kristin MacQueen (link to Goodreads review of just this story)
Sweet Christmas Secrets: A Regency Holiday Anthology by Catherine Bilson et al
Operation Snowball by Kathryn Hills (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
Grown-Up Christmas Wish by Lisa Mondello
Miracle at Holly Hill Inn by Maddie James (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
Her Cowboy of Christmas Past by Brittni Miner
Cowboy’s Christmas Return by Leslie North
Christmas at Terminal 104 by Irene Micheals (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads) Goodreads)
Jacob: 3 Kings for Christmas by Haley Travis
Christmas at Frozen Falls by Kiley Dunbar
All Roads Lead to Christmas by Lydia Guleva
A Snowflake Christmas – The Nutcracker by Vickey Wollan
Dreaming of Christmas by T. A. Williams

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Into the Sound by Cara Reinard
At First Light by Barbara Nickless
The Windsor Knot by SJ Bennett

Speculative Fiction

Innate Magic by Shannon Fay
Frost by Michelle M. Pillow
Roses Of Regret (Once Upon An Academy #5) by Laura Greenwood (review removed after a day at Amazon — not sure why — so the link is to the original review at Goodreads)
Cauldrons and Confessions by Michelle M. Pillow
Seduction of the Phoenix by Michelle M. Pillow
The Lighthouse by Christopher Parker
Fiona’s Freedom by CB Samet

Children’s Fiction

Dancing with Daddy by Anitra Rowe Schulte
Silly Billy the Squirrel by Jennifer L. Trace
The Pigeon & The Peacock by Jennifer L. Trace
Brielle’s Birthday Ball by Once Upon a Dance by Konora
The Duck that Lost Its Quack by Lizzie Cole

Children’s Christmas or Fall/Winter Fiction

A Little Light at Christmas by R.J. Furness
The Dance of the Snow Tractors by Siena
The Mice Before Christmas by Anne L. Watson
Cole and the Giant Gingerbread House by Riya Aarini
The Little Llama Learns About Christmas by Isla Wynter

Nonfiction

General

Journal to Wellness by Our Wellness Community
Font Psychology by Richard G. Lewis
Christmas Carol Lyric Book: 35 Traditional Carols to Bring Joy to Your Holiday Season by Mark Alan
More Illustrated Nature Poetry: A dementia-friendly selection of much-loved verses by British poets by Unforgettable Notes
Knot Tying for Beginners: An Illustrated Guide to Tying 65+ Most Useful Types of Knots by Matthew McCoy
The Transformation: Stop Drinking Alcohol, Transform Your Life, Find Peace and Joy by Dirk Foster
Music Theory for Beginners by Aventuras De Viaje
Trivia for Seniors: Music and Movies Edition by Jacob Maxwell
Learn Speed-Reading Fast by Joseph Milano
Blank Comic Book: 17 Different Layouts, 8.5 x 11 by Puzzle Genius
The Unbelievable Facts Book: Hilariously Weird Facts & Fascinating Stories from Planet Earth by Henry Bennett

Writing & Language

Learn French With Alice in Wonderland – A Bilingual French/English Book To Help You Learn French by French Hacking
Spanish Short Stories for Adult Beginners by ExploreToWin

Activity Books for Adults

Beautiful Birds Color by Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Tattoo Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Lovely Gardens Color by Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Interior Design Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
540 Large Print Cryptograms by D.M Lagy
Cryptograms for Adults #2 by JD Play
999 Sudoku Puzzles Hard to Professional by JD Play
Adult Activity Book by JD Play
1950s Crossword Puzzles for Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
1960s Crossword Puzzles For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Coloring Book for Adults with Polite Swear Words by Littlefield Publishing
Trivia for Seniors by Jacob Maxwell
100 Jumbo, Extra Large Word Search by D.M. Lagy
350 Interesting Facts to Know Hidden in Cryptograms by Darielle Christiane
Work From Home Adult Activity Book: Fun Work Related Puzzle Book For Remote Workers by Jo Puzzled
Cryptograms Puzzle Book for Adults & Seniors by PuzzleNest Publishing
Medium Sudoku Brain Games by Chris T. Saldrick
1980s Crossword Puzzles For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications

Christmas/Winter Activity Books for Adults

FROZEN: Adult Winter Coloring Book by Endless Entertainment

Crafts & Hobbies

Wardrobe Embroidery by Warunee Bolstad

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Healers or Dealers? by Richard P. Allison

Self-Help and Motivational

Manifestation Journal by Arley Moss (Review rejected by Amazon… Not yet at Goodreads)
Daily Self-Care for Women – 101 Daily Practices for Self-Love, Well-Being, and Happiness by Dana Masters (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
Think Happy Thoughts Affirmations and Meditation for Positive Thinking, Learned Optimism and A Happy Brain by Drew McArthur
Quotes to Tote – Life Lessons In PUN by SZ Yeow

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Chakras: Unblocking the 7 Chakras for Beginners by Silvia Hill (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)

Business, Money, and Investing

Stock Market Terminology for Beginners by Christopher Hamilton (The author had Amazon remove my honest but negative review. Link goes to Goodreads.)

Cookbooks

Smart Sourdough: The No-Starter, No-Waste, No-Cheat, No-Fail Way to Make Naturally Fermented Bread in 24 Hours or Less by Mark Shepard
Bread Baking for Beginners by Ginger McKinsey (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)
European Comfort Food by Iryna Bychkiv (Review rejected at Amazon… link goes to Goodreads)

Children’s Nonfiction

Interesting Stories for Curious Kids: A Fascinating Collection of the Most Interesting, Unbelievable, and Craziest Stories on Earth! by Bill O’Neill
Bright Writing: Creative Writing Ideas for Children by Luisa Plaja
Story Starters for Kids by Littlefield Publishing
Brain Teasers and Math Riddles for Smart Kids by Kakkle Publications
Yoko Ono by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids by Dan Allbaugh
Learn How To Draw For Kids: Easy 6 Step-By-Step Process, A Variety of Land & Sea Animals, Food, Nature, Transport, Cute Things, Christmas & Easter by Mel Madsen
Word Search Countries and Capital Cities by Puzzle Book Hut
Space Color by Number Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Astoria Coloring
Vehicles Color by Number Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Astoria Coloring
Ring Bearer Coloring and Activity Book by Endless Entertainment

Children’s Christmas Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Merry Christmas Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2+ by Busy Kid Press
Merry Christmas Dot Markers Activity Book With Big Dot Circles by Busy Kid Press
Christmas Coloring Book for Kids: Ages 4-8 by Littlefield Publishing
Merry Christmas Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2+ With Big Dots by Busy Kid Press
Christmas Activity Book for Kids by Littlefield Publishing (Review rejected at Amazon… not sure why… book not yet at Goodreads)
My First Christmas Colouring Book For Toddlers 1-4 by Uncle Bob
Would You Rather Game Book for Kids! Christmas Edition by Uncle Bob
Christmas Colouring Book for Kids Volume 1 by Littlefield Publishing
It’s Christmas Time by Pure Awesome Press
Christmas Coloring Book for Kids Vol 1 by Funny Day

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon October 2021

by JamieBJ | Oct 10, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance / Historical Fiction

Saved by a Viscount by Joyce Alec
West Texas Rider by G.L. Snodgrass
Poppy Redfern and the Fatal Flyers by Tessa Arlen
Beauty Among Ruins by J’nell Ciesielski
Whispers of the Heart by Rose Pearson
Fate Gave Me a Duke by Amanda Mariel
The Seafaring Lady’s Guide to Love by Fenna Edgewood
To Tame the Wild Rake by Jude Knight (another review rejected by Amazon. This was a decidedly negative review, but as always, I cannot figure out why precisely it was rejected.)
A Bride for Weston by Kathleen Lawless
Chased by the Highlander by Rebecca Preston
Windswept by Annabelle McCormack

Contemporary Romance

Mistletoe Kisses by Macie St. James
Muster in the Dust by Mel A Rowe

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Her Name Is Knight by Yasmin Angoe

Speculative Fiction

Star Mother by Charlie N. Holmberg
Snow by Michelle M. Pillow
Phoenix’s Phantom by CB Samet
Below the Baubles by Skye MacKinnon, Laura Greenwood
Rites and Knights by Laura Greenwood

Children’s Fiction

Little Kitten Brother by Jenny M. Gold
The Funny Ghost by François Walter
Mr. Melon Bear: How Curiosity Cures All by Jennifer L. Trace
Jojo’s Tiny Ear by Stefania Munzi-Logus
Where Snow Angels Go by Maggie O’Farrell
The Tooth Fairy and the Halloween Surprise by Melanie Salas

Nonfiction

General

How to Forage for Mushrooms without Dying by Frank Hyman

Writing

How to Self-Publish a Book in Ten Minutes a Day by Denice Simms
The SPARK Method: How to Write a Book for Your Business Fast by Cori Wamsley
Self-Publish & Succeed: The No Boring Books Way to Writing a Non-Fiction Book that Sells by Julie Broad
How to Write a Series in Ten Minutes a Day by Denice Simms
100 Writing Prompts by Dawn Jones
How To Write a Non-Fiction Book in 30 Days by Kevin Albert

Trading/Investing

Start Trading Using Technical Analysis by Lina Soros
Technical Analysis for the Trading Sharks by Lina Soros
Investing 201 by Matthew Barnes
Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques 2: Tips, Tricks, and Strategies by Alexander Schmidt
Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques Part 3: Advanced Methods & Techniques by Alexander Schmidt
Options Trading Workbook for Beginners by Kendrick Fernandez
Penny Stock Investing Step-by-Step Guide by Small Footprint Press/Investors Press
Penny Stock Investing & Algorithmic Trading: 2-in-1 Compilation by Small Footprint Press / Investors

Crafts & Hobbies

America the Beautiful Cross Stitch by Becker

Activity Books for Adults

Cryptograms Puzzle Book For Adults – 500 Large Print Cryptogram Puzzles To Challenge Your Brain by Stephen J. Ellis
Creepy Chibi Coloring Book by Patricia Ampuero
Cooking Crossword Puzzles For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Creepy Kawaii Coloring Book by Penciol Press
Wild Safari by Endless Entertainment
Nurse Crossword Puzzles For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Pastel Goth Coloring Book by Mint Sky Media
Cryptoquotes Puzzles by Edgar Paxton Reese
Summer Scenes Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Happy Halloween Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Country Christmas Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Bloom by Ultimate Super Publishing
English Bulldog Coloring Book by Fluffy Boo Publishing
Creepy Kawaii Pastel Goth Coloring Book by Patricia Ampuero
Creepy Kawaii Paste Goth Coloring Book by Ultimate Super Publishing / Mecha Kawaii
Travel Around the World Color by Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring

Self-Help and Motivational

Every Day is a Fresh Start: A Daily Gratitude Journal by Brie Resilient

Cookbooks

The Seattle Vegan Cookbook by Gillian Carr

Children’s Nonfiction and Workbooks

ABC! Name My Food! by Unabashed Kids Media
123! What Can I Eat? by Unabashed Kids Media
Tad Lincoln’s Restless Wriggle by Beth Anderson
Name These Feelings by Jennifer L. Trace

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Colouring Book for Toddlers: Doodling Sketchbook for Boys and Girls, Pirates by Mrs. Peonies
Road Trip Activities for Little Kids Ages 6-8 by Funlighter Hub
Space Coloring and Activity Book for Kids Ages 8-12 by Jennifer L. Trace
Dinosaur Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Ginevra Entertainment
Sudoku Books for Kids Ages 6-10 by Jennifer L. Trace
Colouring Book for Toddlers: Doodling Sketchbook for Boys and Girls, Dragon and Knights by Mrs. Peonies
Colouring Book for Toddlers: Doodling Sketchbook, Farm Themed by Mrs. Peonies
101 Brain Teasers & Riddles for Smart Kids by Jennifer L. Trace
101 Big Things Coloring Book for Kids Ages 3-5 by Jennifer L. Trace
101 Cute Animal Coloring Book For Toddlers by Jennifer L. Trace
Word Search Puzzle Book for Ages 6-8 by Uncle Bob
Phonics Workbook for Kids 4-6 by Jennifer L. Trace
Dinosaur Color By Numbers by Endless Entertainment
101 Dot Markers Activity Book by Jennifer L. Trace
Sudoku for Kids 8-12: 100 Easy 6×6 Sudoku Puzzles by Kelship Books

Halloween Activity Books

Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 (Simple, Large and Easy Coloring Pages) by Uncle Bob
Preschool Halloween Coloring for Kids Ages 3-5 by KC Press
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids by Happy Harper
Halloween Activity Book for Kids Ages 4-6 by KC Press
Halloween Color By Numbers by Jacob Mason
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Uncle Bob
Halloween Dot Marker Activity Book by Explore Coloring
Halloween Coloring Book by Explore Coloring
Halloween Coloring Book For Kids by Relaxing Coloring
Halloween Coloring Book For Kids: Big Collection by Relaxing Coloring
Halloween Cut and Paste Activity Book 3-5 by KC Press
Halloween Color by Number for Kids by KC Press
Halloween Dot Marker Activity Book for Kids by Little Hands Miracles
Halloween Activity Book for Kids Ages 6-8 by KC Press
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Ginevra Entertainment
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids by Amanda Byrd
Unicorn Halloween Coloring Book For Girls by Happy Harper
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids ages 5-8 by Faron Sally
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Happy School
Halloween Activity Book for Kids Ages 8-10 by KC Press

Thanksgiving Activity Books

Thanksgiving Coloring Book for Kids Ages 6-12 by Uncle Bob
Thanksgiving Activity Book for Kids Ages 8-10 by KC Press
Thanksgiving Coloring Book by Explore Coloring
Thanksgiving Dot Marker Activity Book by Explore Coloring

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon September 2021

by JamieBJ | Sep 7, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance / Time-Travel Romance

All About That Duke by Merry Farmer
To All the Earls I’ve Loved Before by Fenna Edgewood
A Spinster No More by Rose Pearson
The Ice Duchess by Tracy Sumner
One Enchanting Kiss by Amanda Mariel
Highlander’s Vow by Mariah Stone
Nessa’s Seduction by Jayne Castel
Married by Christmas by Isabella Hargreaves
Banished to Brighton by Sydney Jane Baily
A Learned Romance by Elizabeth Rasche
To Claim the Long-Lost Lover by Jude Knight
How to Train Your Viscount by Courtney McCaskill
Lord of Wicked by Bronwen Evans
A Rose Beneath the Snow by Gayle Mullen Pace (first iteration rejected by Amazon)
Adjustment Year by Melina Druga
To Trust a Viscount by Rose Pearson
Wagers of a Duke’s Daughter by Samantha Holt
Lord of Danger by Bronwen Evans
Heart of the Highlands: The Raven by April Holthaus
The Unexpected Marquess by Suzanna Medeiros

Contemporary Romance

Love, Comment, Subscribe by Cathy Yardley
The Greystones by Ana C. Sales
Love is the Answer by Patsy Collins
Summer Island Sisters by Ciara Knight
The Serenity Falls Collection: Sweet Romance at Wyatt Ranch by Sophie Mays

Holiday

Silver Bells by Heather Boyd

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Good as Dead by Susan Walter
Apple Orchard Cozy Mystery Series: Books 1-5 by Chelsea Thomas (First review rejected by Amazon… I might know why!)

Speculative Fiction

Beyond the Loch (Seven Wardens #0.5) by Laura Greenwood
Through the Storms (Seven Wardens #1.5) by Laura Greenwood
Ensnared by Innocence: PNR Regency by Larissa Lyons
Seven Wardens: The Complete Series by Laura Greenwood (This book is not available at Amazon; linked to Goodreads)
The Bear’s Bride by Erin Havoc
Ice: Intergalactic Dating Agency by Michelle M. Pillow
His Earth Maiden by Michelle M. Pillow
The Bear’s Fake Bride by Erin Havoc
His Woodland Maiden by Michelle M. Pillow
Feral Prince by Michelle M. Pillow

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

The Keeper of Happy Endings by Barbara Davis
Haven Point by Virginia Hume

Children’s Fiction

Charlie Cat Tries Earmuffs on Independence Day by Michelle Ristuccia
Where Is My Little Crocodile? – 我的小鳄鱼在哪儿？: Bilingual Picture Book in English and Chinese by Ingo Blum
Where Is My Little Elephant? – 我的小象在哪儿？: Bilingual Picture Book Chinese English by Ingo Blum
Where Is My Little Dog? – 我的小狗在哪儿？ : Bilingual Picture Book English Chinese by Ingo Blum
Molly and the Mermaids – Molly et les sirènes: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book in English-French by Ingo Blum
That’s Not Moose Food by Shauna Dunkley
The Beautiful Island of Powley by Maxine Katori
You Can’t Kiss A Bubble by Karen A. Wyle
The Adventures of BoBo, CoCo, & DoGo by Bella Ivy
Once Upon a Rock by Sal Elkins
The Flying Tree by Ingo Blum (First review rejected by Amazon… not sure why! Link to slightly altered, accepted review.)
Don’t Be Scared! – ¡No tengas miedo!: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book English-Spanish by Ingo Blum

Children’s Halloween Fiction

The Little Ghost Who Didn’t Want to Be Mean by Isla Wynter
Why Do You Cry, Sad Ghost? by Celia Jones

Children’s Christmas Fiction

The Mystery Night Before Christmas by Diana Loona

Nonfiction

General

I Remember That!: Captivating Stories, Interesting Facts and Fun Trivia for Seniors by Bill O’Neill
Welcome Visitor Guest Book by Booksler Flow
Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Where They Come From! by Scott Matthews
Guest Book: An Ideal Beach House Guest Book to Sign In, Stylish Vacation Home Book by Booksler Flow
The Little Book of Quotes for Festive Occasions by Stan Hardy
Colorado Bucket List Guidebook & Journal by Modertical
The World’s Most Traveled Man’s Top 60 Travel Tips by Ian Boudreault
Humans of Climate Change by Kaden Hogan
Year of the Nurse: A Covid-19 Pandemic Memoir by Cassandra Alexander

Language

Spanish Short Stories for Beginners by Living Languages
Learn Spanish Grammar by Living Languages
5-Minute Spanish Short Stories by Español con Carrot

Activity Books for Adults

Houseplant Lover Coloring Book by Melanie Wood
Sudoku Puzzles For Adults And Seniors by Stephen J. Ellis
British Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Easy Sudoku Brain Games by Chris T. Saldrick
1980s Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Halloween Adult Coloring Book by Penciol Press
Trick or Treat Happy Halloween Coloring Book by Penciol Press (another book unexpectedly rejected by Amazon. Not yet at Goodreads.)
Japan Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
European Cities Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Chemistry Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Cryptograms Puzzle Book For Adults by Stephen J. Ellis
Autumn Scenes Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Halloween Coloring Book for Adults by Penciol Press
30 Days Challenge of Lettering and Modern Calligraphy by Penciol Press

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Why is Grandma Naked? Caring for Your Aging Parent by Ellen Pober Rittberg
Fitter Than Ever at 50 and Beyond by Susan Dawson-Cook
Weight Loss Hypnosis for Women by J. W. Chloe
Extreme Rapid Weight Loss Hypnosis by Lindsay Pearson
Extreme Weight Loss Hypnosis by Melanie Taylor
Survival Medical Handbook 2022-2023 by Small Footprint Press

Self-Help and Motivational

A Love Attempt: Your Step-By-Step Practical Guide to Develop Your Love Competence by Dr. Philosophe
Peak Human Clock: How to Get up Early, Fix Eating Time Schedule, and Improve Exercise Routines to be Highly Productive by Said Hasyim
365 Days of Positive Thinking for Teens & Adults by Roger Reed
10 Minute Boosts For Your Body, Mind & Beauty by Susan Wildes

Spiritual and Metaphysical

A Year with the Angels, Book Two: 52 Messages & 18 Essential Oil Blends Channeled from the Angels to Awaken and Empower by Rebecca Loach
New Moon Astrology by Angela Grace
Mahamudra by Mari Silva

Business, Money, and Investing

How to Talk to Your Boss Like a Boss by Leonard L. Walker
Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques Book 1 (Comprehensive Guide) by Alexander Schmidt

Cookbooks

The Simple Sourdough Cookbook by Caterina Milano
Instant Pot Curries by Christian Johansen

Children’s Nonfiction and Workbooks

You’re a Cancer by Lynne North
Mindfulness, Meditation For Teens & Pre-teens by Dana Mayho Taylor
The Fact & Fun Ocean Books for Kids by Natalie Fleming

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

How to Draw Sharks for Kids by Sonia Rai
ABC & Animals Coloring Book by Explore Coloring
60 Animal Mazes for Kids: A Fun Coloring Activity Book for Children Ages 4+ by Grace Lockhaven
Dinosaur Coloring Book for Kids: Triassic Period (Book 2) by Grace Lockhaven
How to Draw for Kids by Ashley J. Mitchel
Kawaii Coloring Book for Kids by Kidxellence Press House
Farm Animals Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
Fruits and Vegetables Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
Insects Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
Sea Creatures Coloring Book For Kids by Sunny Activity Press
Space Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
Difficult Riddles for 10-years-old Kids by Oscar Bales
Turtle Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
Super Math Riddles for Smart Kids 200+ Difficult Riddles and Brain Teasers with Clear Answers by Anthony K. Vysander
C is for Confidence! A Self-Esteem Boosting Coloring Books for Girls by Mrs. Peonies (Review rejected by Amazon… book not yet at Goodreads… will link to it when I add it there.)

Halloween Activity Books

Happy Halloween Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2-4 by Busy Kid Press
Happy Halloween Dot Markers Activity Book Ages 2+ by Busy Kid Press
Spooky Mazes Halloween Activity Book For Kids by Jacob Mason
Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 5 and Up by Penciol Press
Halloween Dot to Dot Book For Kids Ages 4-6 by Jacob Mason
Happy Halloween Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4 – 8 by Mr. Peanut
Colouring Book for Toddlers: Doodling Sketchbook for Boys and Girls, Ocean Life by Mrs. Peonies

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon August 2021

by JamieBJ | Aug 7, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance / Time-Travel Romance

A Detestable Name by Arabella Brown
Her Lady’s Melody by Renee Dahlia
Harriet’s Proposal by Penny Fairbanks
A Timely Elopement by Joana Starnes (Jane Austen Fan Fiction)
Something: Regency, Romantic, Rollicking & Reflective by Christie Capps (more Jane Austen fan fiction, this time 4 novellas)
The Townsbridge’s Series by Sophie Barnes
Regency Mid-Summer Mischief by Regina Jeffers
Matchmaking for Wallflowers by Bianca Blythe
A Whiff of Scandal by Robyn Chalmers

Contemporary Romance

Guarded Hart by Kelly Collins

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

These Toxic Things by Rachel Howzell Hall

Speculative Fiction

Shifter Dating App: Books 1-10 by Erin Havoc
Supernatural Retrieval Agency: The Complete Series by Laura Greenwood
Bad Boy Bears 10 Book Shifter Box Set by Lisa Daniels

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

Paper Doll Lina by Robyn Lucas
The Bennet Women by Eden Appiah-Kubi
Margaritas at The Beach House Hotel by Judith Keim

Children’s Fiction

Ella McBella in the Dark by Laura Pells
Larry the Hippo by Eleni Romanias
I’m On It! by Andrea Tsurumi and Mo Willems
Monsters Are Not Real by Esther Pia Cordova
Have You Ever Wondered What You Will Be? by Junia Wonders
Fly, Little Bird – Vola, uccellino: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book English-Italian by Ingo Blum
Fly, Little Bird! – Flieg, kleiner Vogel!: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book in English-German by Ingo Blum
Fly, Little Bird – ¡Vuela, pajarito!: Bilingual Children’s Picture Book English-Spanish by Ingo Blum
Value What’s Within: Moe & Ollie Explore Body Diversity by Christine Reynebeau

Nonfiction

General

Plenty: A Memoir of Food and Family by Hannah Howard
Lessons in Seduction and Femininity by Lara Tramell
U is for Unicorn by Loren Girimonte
Lavender by Bonnie Louise Gillis
A Tale of Two Nations: Canada, U.S. and WWI by Melina Druga
Greece by Claudia Martin
Abandoned London by Katie Wignall
Astronomy Made Simple by Aventuras De Viaje

Writing

How to Format a Book in Ten Minutes a Day by Denice Simms
Advanced English Grammar, 2nd Edition by Wendy Wilson and James H. Barlow
Creative Magic by Xavier Liras (not just about writing, but all creative endeavors)

Planners, Notebooks, and Journals

2021-2022 Homeschool Planner and Record Book by Chikku Publishing
Dad’s Quotes Notebook by Chikku Publishing (This completely innocuous review was rejected by Amazon… sigh)
Student Driver Logbook by Chikku Publishing
Pregnancy Journal for the First Time Mom by Chikku Publishing
369 Manifestation Journal: Reach Your Dreams and Desires Using the Power of The Law of Attraction by Creative Writing
Grumble Jumble Journal by Meg Learner

Activity Books for Adults

National Parks Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Peak Brain Plasticity by Said Hasyim

Self-Help and Motivational

500 Funny Quotes for Men – Inspirational Quotes to Boost Your Mood Instantly & Make Your Day A Little Happier! by Stan Hardy
Beyond Best by Bernie Hung

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Tarot As You Flow by Lowella F.
Meditation Practices For Beginners by Dillon H. Point
The True Nature of Tarot -10th Anniversary Edition by Diane Wing
Mercury in Astrology by Mari Silva

Cookbooks

Vegetable Simple by Eric Ripert
Summerish – The Dinner Table by Diane Fullham
Instant Pot® Vegetarian by Amber Netting
Mocktails by Kathrin Narrell

Children’s Nonfiction and Workbooks

Extraor-Bee-Nary: Extraordinary Facts About Bees by Seven Puppies Press
Superhero Math – Money, Fractions, & Telling the Time: Grades 2-4 with Answer Key
by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Multi-Digit Multiplication: Grades 5+ with Answer Key by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Addition and Subtraction: Grades K-2 with Answer Key by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Telling the Time with Answer Key by MC Publishing (Another review rejected by Amazon. Not sure why… as happens most of the time.)

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

100 Riddles for Smart Kids by Oliver King
Dragons Coloring Book for Kids by Millenium Art
Dinosaurs Coloring Book by Millenium Art
Dinosaur Coloring Book for Girls Ages 4-8 by Sunny Activity Press
Space Coloring Book For Kids Ages 4-8 by Sunny Activity Press

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon Late July 2021

by JamieBJ | Jul 22, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance

Married to the Marquess by Anya Cade
A Fight for the Lady by Joyce Alec
Falling for a Rake by Eve Pendle
The Fallen Series: A Victorian Romance Boxset by Eve Pendle (This is another one Amazon rejected, which I found bizarre as the reviews included had been approved! Link is to the original review at Goodreads)
Caroline and the Colonel by Shannon Archer

Contemporary Romance

Summer at Blue Sands Cove by Chris Ward
Falling for Mr. Bingley by Kate O’Keeffe
Childhood Dream by Theresa Paolo

Speculative Fiction

The Forget-Me Knot by Denise Liebig
Courting the Dragon by Sara R. Cleveland
Romancing an Arrogant Demigod by Rebekah Lewis
Once Upon An Academy: Books 1-3 by Laura Greenwood
Grimm Academy: The Complete Series by Laura Greenwood (Link is to review at Goodreads, as this book is not at Amazon.)

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction / Historical Fiction

The Fabergé Secret by Charles Belfoure

Nonfiction

General

1918 by Melina Druga

Writing

Romance Creative Writing Prompts by Rose Trifolia Press

Activity Books for Adults

Country Farm Scenes Color by Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
Lighthouses Color By Number Coloring Book for Adults by Astoria Coloring
1960s Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
1950s Word Search For Adults by Outdoor Words Publications
Neuroanatomy Human Brain Coloring Book for Medics by Med Hub

Planners, Journals, and Logbooks

Family Road Trip Planner by Chikku Publishing
Baking Recipe Logbook by Chikku Publishing
Breastfeeding Journal by Chikku Publishing
Grocery List Notebook by Chikku Publishing
Session Notes Log by Chikku Publishing

Self-Help and Motivational

101 Quotes That Will Change Your Life by Topher Pike

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Meditation: Beginner’s Guide by Shining Universe Energy Books

Cookbooks

Sheet Pan Cookbook by Ticon Media Press
30 Vegan Recipes by Funmi Adeshina

Children’s Nonfiction and Workbooks

Superhero Math – Fractions Workbook : Age 10-14 With Answers by MC Publishing
Megamon Letter Tracing Book for Kids by Mark J. Thompson
3 Minute Gratitude Journal for Kids by Chikku Publishing
Superhero Math – Money/Consumer Math Exercise for Age 6+ by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Decimal, Percents & Fractions: Grade 5+ With Answer Key by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Geometry for Beginners With Answer Key by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Division: Grades 3-5 with Answer Key by MC Publishing
Super Hero Addition and Subtraction Coloring Book by Mark J. Thompson
Superhero Math – Telling the Time with Answer Key by MC Publishing (Another book rejected by Amazon this month… for no reason I can understand. Book not yet at Goodreads; will link to it when I add it to the database.)

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Super Hero Color by Number Book for Kids by Mark J. Thompson
Sea Life Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
NASCAR Coloring Book by Mark J. Thompson
Summer Coloring and Activity Book for Kids by Pamparam Press

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon Early July 2021

by JamieBJ | Jul 9, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance

Master Mair Bennet by Anne Wrightwell
Garden of Joy by Daphne Bloom
Temptations of a Duke’s Daughter by Samantha Holt
Stranded with the Earl by Charlotte Russell
Secrets Between Lovers by Charlie Lane
The Hellion is Tamed by Tracy Sumner

Contemporary Romance

Malibu by Moonlight by Brooke St. James
Saving Each Other by Capri Posey
Truth or Date by Susan Hatler
My Last Blind Date by Susan Hatler

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

The Receptionist by Kate Myles
A Familiar Sight by Brianna Labuskes
Witches and Stitches by Laura Greenwood
The Vanishing at Loxby Manor by Abigail Wilson

Speculative Fiction

Forget Me Not by Michelle M. Pillow
Christmas Collection by CB Samet
Harpy’s Freedom by Laura Greenwood

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

The Magic of Found Objects by Maddie Dawson
Mrs. Rochester’s Ghost by Lindsay Marcott

Children’s Fiction

The Whale Who Felt a Little Blue by Isla Wynter
Summer Camp March by Reverend Peter G. Vu
Home by Christine Reynebeau
No Showers! by Sal Elkins

Nonfiction

General

1917 by Melina Druga
Succeed in Podcasting by Leonard Reis (While I downloaded an ARC from Booksprout, I can’t find the book at either Amazon or Goodreads!)
500 Funny Quotes for Women by Stan Hardy

Writing

How to Land Your First Clinical or Regulatory Medical Writing Job in Biotech and Pharma by Tiny Grassroots Publishing
Journaling by Michael Stack
Guided Journaling by Kathy Shanks
How to Write a Book in Ten Minutes a Day by Denice Simms

Logbooks, Planners, and Journals

Pitmasters Log Book by Chikku Publishing
Caregiver Log Book For Seniors by Chikku Publishing
Cosplay Costume Planner by Chikku Publishing
My Recipe Journal by Chikku Publishing
Reseller Inventory Log Book by Chikku Publishing
My Hiking Logbook by Chikku Publishing
Supervision Notebook by Chikku Publishing
First Time Grandmother’s Journal by Chikku Publishing
Mom Decluttering Planner by Chikku Publishing

Activity Books for Adults

Sudoku Brain Games by Chris T. Saldrick
Beach Please, Funny Beach Quote Adult Coloring Book by Jo Puzzled
Flower Adult Coloring Book by Lemon Drop Coloring
Inca-tastic Colouring Book by Helen Pugh (I couldn’t find this coloring book at Amazon; link is to review on Goodreads.)
Good Vibes Coloring Books for Adults by Penciol Press (A disturbing trend… 2nd book in two days… where a publisher/author has managed to get a partially negative review of mine removed from Amazon. Will link to Goodreads review once I get the book entered into GR’s database.)
Lamborghini Coloring Book by Mark J Thompson
Ferrari Coloring Book by Mark J Thompson

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

The Smoothie Cleanse Book by Emma Green
Mindful Eating by Nathalie Seaton

Self-Help and Motivational

Guided Journaling by Kathy Shanks
Guided Meditation and Bedtime Stories for Kids by Ava Johansson
The Morning Affirmations Book by Queenie Sharp

Cookbooks

Summerish – Delish Desserts by Diane Fullham
Half Baked Harvest Cookbook by Meghan Garcia

Children’s Workbooks

Learn to Write Letters and Numbers Practice Workbook for Kids by Kelly Grace
Superhero Math – Long Division: Grade 5+ With Answer Key by MC Publishing
Superhero Math – Double Digit Addition & Subtraction : Grades 1-3 With Answer Key by MC Publishing

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Cactus Scissors Skills by Curveball Velocity Books
My First Digger Dot-to-Dot Book for 2-5 Year Olds by NCBUSA Publications
Dinosaur Mazes for Kids Ages 4-8 by Buzzing Bee Press
Totally Awesome Mazes for Girls by Penciol Press
Robot Coloring Book for Kids ages 4-8 by Penciol Press
Pencil Control Book for Toddlers by Penciol Press
Dinosaur Scissor Skills by Curveball Velocity Books

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon Late June 2021

by JamieBJ | Jun 20, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance

Some Natural Importance by Jan Ashton
The Courtship of Lord Blackhurst by Regina Jeffers
The Bounty’s Catch by Lianna Hawkins
A Family of Her Own by Rose Pearson (link to review at Goodreads, as Amazon rejected the review. I can’t figure out why…)
A Bride For Riley by Kathleen Lawless
Catch a Falling Duke by Eve Pendle
Lady Diana’s Disguise by Bree Verity
Her Scottish Scoundrel by Sophie Barnes

Contemporary Romance

Love Blooms by Jennifer Faye
Falling for Another Darcy by Kate O’Keeffe
Crush (Book 2 Crescent Lake Winery) by Lucinda Race
Scotland for Christmas by Cathryn Parry
Santa Baby (A Dickens Holiday Prequel – Dorrit’s Diner) by Peggy Jaeger

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Doyle Witch Mysteries 1-3 by Kirsten Weiss
Riga Hayworth Mysteries 1-3 by Kirsten Weiss

Speculative Fiction

Grimm Academy: Books 4-6 by Laura Greenwood
Glass and Sass by Laura Greenwood
Pride and Paranormal by Adrienne Blake
The Reluctant Lord by Michelle M. Pillow

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

The Sculptress by V.S Alexander
Just A Job (short stories) by Patsy Collins
Happy Families (short stories) by Patsy Collins

Children’s Fiction

Brave Little Gracie by Papa Paws

Nonfiction

General

Understanding Speed Reading by Plurence June
Interesting Stories For Curious People Volume 2 by Bill O’Neill
Keeping Up by David Clinton

Writing & Language

Learn French With 1144 Random Interesting and Fun Facts by French Hacking
Complete Spanish Workbook For Adult Beginners by ExploreToWin

Schedulers, Planners, & Log Books

Construction Log Book by Chikku Publishing
Blood Sugar Log Book by Chikku Publishing
Truck Driver Log Book by Chikku Publishing
Thyroid Journal by Well-Planned Bee

Activity Books for Adults

Creepy Chibi by Ashley Coloring
Tattoo Coloring Book by Make Art
Spring Bird, Butterfly & Flower Coloring Book for Adults & Kids by Lemon Drop Coloring (Review rejected by Amazon… for no reason I can figure out. The book is not at Goodreads; I will link to it when I add the book there.”
Russian Dolls on Floral Background by Amazing Press (My review at Amazon disappeared almost instantly… not sure why. Link to review at Goodreads.)
The Book of Mazes by Richard T Holt

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Doctors Are Idiots! (and how you can smarten’ them up) by Aris Kindt
Strength Training for Seniors by Rose Trifolia Press/Jade K. Miles

Self-Help and Motivational

Gaslighting Recovery Workbook by Tara Wilson
Mindfulness Exercises for Kids by Lilian Forster
How to Talk to Anyone by Thomas J. Young

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Healing Crystals and Gemstones for Beginners by Butterfly Books/Freddie Spencer
Hermeticism by Mari Silva
Tarot for Beginners by Judith Guise
Qigong by Mari Silva

Business, Money, and Investing

A Beginner’s Guide to Dividend Stock Investing by James Pattersenn Jr
Compact 100 – Management Jargon Simplified A-C by Ashok Grover

Cookbooks

The Dash Diet Cookbook For Beginners by RecipeWorld/L.P. Harris
High Protein Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook by Benjamin Reeves
The Ultimate Teen Cookbook by Amber Netting

Children’s Nonfiction

How to Use a Compass for Kids (and Adults, Too!) by Henry D. Bridges
Life Through Time by John Woodward
Coding for Kids: A Hands-on Guide to Learning the Fundamentals of How to Code Games, Apps and Websites by Elliot Davis
Fractions, Decimals, & Percents Workbook For Sports Fans by Russ Smith

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Unicorn Coloring Book for Kids ages 4- 8, Volume 2 by Funny Day
Outer Space Coloring Book by Splendid Youth
Unicorn Coloring Book for Kids ages 4-8 by Funny Day
Dinosaur Coloring Book for Kids ages 2-5 years by Funny Day
Bright Minds (Scientists), an inspirational coloring book by Ashley Coloring
Landforms Coloring Book With Definitions Included by B.C. LESTER BOOKS
Jungle Sudoku for Kids Ages 6-12 by Activity Press
Spot the Difference by D. Sherwood
My First Coloring Book – The Ocean by Splendid Youth

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon Early June 2021

by JamieBJ | Jun 10, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!

Fiction

Historical Romance

The Substitute Wife by Charlotte Grant
Caricature of a Countess by Melissa Sawyer
The Salvation of a Pure Lady by Vivian Brighton
Redeeming a Tarnished Lord by Sandra Sookoo
Miss Cheswick’s Charm by Bree Verity
The Duke who Deceived by Bree Verity
The Duke’s Privateer by Amy Jarecki
A Price to Be Paid by Darcy Armstrong
Dauntless Hearts by Lincoln Tuvelais
Charmed by the Past by Aimee Robinson
Clad in Midnight by Sandra Sookoo

Contemporary Romance

Amish Celebrations by Beth Wiseman

Mysteries, Suspense, and Thrillers

Choose Me by Tess Gerritsen, Gary Braver
Her Last Breath by Hilary Davidson
Traveling Town Funny Mysteries – Nine Book Box Set by Ami Diane

Chick Lit / Women’s Literature / Literary Fiction

The Seven Day Switch by Kelly Harms

Children’s Fiction

LULU the Tiger The Incredible Pet by Ann Lee
The Octo-Bunch: Going to the Zoo by Smadar Elul

Nonfiction

General

How To Monetize YouTube Videos by Donall Kargard
Speak Like You Want to Hear It: Speak Like a Pro by Caryl R. Breton
Saxophone for Beginners by Rhythm Divine Studio
Extraordinary Women in History by Leah Gail
1916 by Melina Druga

Writing

Sword & Pen: Fantasy Story Prompts by E.V. Everest
Covers & Graphics Checklist by Maria Connor
Front & Back Matter Checklist by Maria Connor

Journals, Planners, & Log Books

House Cleaning Planner by Chikku Publishing
Diabetes Log Book for Women by Chikku Publishing
Diabetes Log Book For Men by Chikku Publishing
Student Behavior Communication Log by Chikku Publishing
Sewing Project Planner by Chikku Publishing
NFT Collectibles Log Book by Chikku Publishing
Self Care Planner For Women by Chikku Publishing
Kawaii Journal Notebook by Chikku Publishing

Activity Books for Adults

Pastel Goth Chibi by Ashley Coloring
Pastel Goth by Ashley Coloring
3D Kakuro Puzzles by Chikku Publishing
Motivational Cryptoquotes Puzzle Book for Adults and Seniors by PuzzleNest Publishing
WW2 Crossword Puzzles for Adults by Outdoor Words Publications

Health, Wellness, and Medicine

Intuitive Eating Workbook by Amber Netting
Fiber Fueled: The Plant-based Eating, Healthy Gut 101 by Edyth J. Garson
“Woo-Woo” Weight Loss: 5 Secrets You Never Knew About Manifesting Your Ideal Body by Amanda Shertzer
Smoothies & Health by Stephenie H.

Self-Help and Motivational

Stress Relief Meditation by Marcus Ruiz

Spiritual and Metaphysical

Mysticism: Secrets of the Mystics, Occultism, Alchemy and Hermeticism by Mari Silva
Psychic Medium: Unlock the Secrets of Psychic Development, Mediumship, Divination and Pendulums by Mari Silva
Chakras: Align Your Mind, Body And Soul by Chris I King

Cookbooks

Popsicle Cookbook by Kaitlyn Donnelly
The Instant Pot® DUO CRISP Air Fryer Cookbook by Amber Netting
The Family Favorite Instant Pot® Cookbook by Amber Netting
Juicing Recipe Book by Emma Green
The Instant Pot® Air Fryer Cookbook by Amber Netting

Children’s Nonfiction

I Love You, Dad! by Pamparam Press
Egyptian Mythology for Kids and Teens by Monica Roy
CBT Workbook for Teens by Tara Wilson
1st Grade Math Workbook by The Wanderlust Press

Children’s Activity, Game, and Joke Books

Dot Markers Activity Book Summer ABC by Funskill Brew
Dinosaur Coloring Activity Book by Funskill Brew
Travel Activity Book for Teens by Global Peach
Word Search Activity Book by Jacky Bloom
Wolf Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8 by Medle Publishing
I AM Beautiful, Brave & Powerful: A Positive Affirmations Coloring Book for Girls by Kelly Grace
Scissor Skills Activity Book for Kids Ages 3-5 by Steffy Michelle
Unicorns , Mermaids and Fairies Coloring Book by Qester Press
Pirate Activity Book for Kids by Pamparam Press
I Am a Girl and I Can Be Anything I Want to Be by Qester Press
Farm Animals Coloring Book for Kids by Qester Press

No-So-Favorite Books This Month!

My Reviews at Amazon Late May 2021

by JamieBJ | May 22, 2021

Some Favorite Books This Month!

I’ve been having a tough time keeping up with both the reading AND posting here. While I get it all sorted out, I thought I could at least post the reviews here to Amazon, so you can read them there!

Note: I am listing reviews as I do them each day. Sometimes, Amazon takes days or even a week or more to approve these reviews, so you will see a lag between when I list reviews and when a link is available. The longest I had to wait was 3.5 weeks!

Note about Goodreads and BookBub Reviews Linked Below

Sometimes, you’ll see me link to my review at Goodreads or BookBub. That’s usually because I’m having some sort of issue with Amazon: they’re taking waaaaay too long to post the review or they’ve rejected the review because they say it doesn’t adhere to “community standards.” They are never specific… and just ask me to review the community standards page. I wish they would be specific… so I can avoid whatever it is they don’t like. Most “rejected” reviews are rather tame; some are even 5 stars. I’ve noted that some words seem to trigger it, like boring or transitioning. Hey, sometimes things just ARE boring, and it is much more succinct to say that than “visually unappealing” when talking backgrounds in children’s activity books! Others completely leave me scratching my head about what might be “wrong” with the review.

Hope that life becomes a little more sane so I can post my full reviews here soon!