Favorite Novels from 2012

My Goodreads bookshelf shows that I read 126 books in 2012. That’s up 19 from the previous year, which surprised me since I’d assumed, at the beginning of 2012, that I’d read less. But, with all those books, only (7) were marked FAVORITE. To receive *Favorite* status, they must combine captivating story, rich prose, complex-authentic-believable characters, and true-to-life dialogue. In addition, all …

A Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Three

It’s now December, and Christmas is a mere three weeks away. If you’re still looking for that perfect gift for the reader on your list, one of the titles below should certainly be a perfect match for them. But if not, be sure to stop by this Thursday, December 6 for Christmas Smorgasbord of Novels, Part Four. YA / Supernatural …