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Barbara Buhrer (Reviewer)
I am a retired
librarian with one son and two grandchildren.
Reviews:
Mysteries, legal thrillers, espionage,
regencies, historical, naval, true history |
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Beth McKenzie (Reviewer)
I am a Nuclear
Engineer with fantasies of owning a B&B,
training horses, and writing for fun. I am currently
contracted to analyze and document the safety
envelope for nuclear and hazardous material
facilities, and will soon be working on the
benchmarks and procedures for a wireless methamphetamine
detection system. All of this technical writing
and reviewing sure is handy, but there has to
be more! I have been married 15 years (2005)
to Don and together we share a transient lifestyle
with 5 horses, 2 dogs, as well as scads of cats,
guineas and goldfish. We belong to the Society
for Creative Anachronism, loving the creative
outlet it provides, and we have both been Blackfox
prize-winning editors for our local newsletter
(The Tidings). I read almost anything I can
get my hands on except terror-for-the-sake-of-terror
type books. With the indulgence of the site
coordinator I will be reviewing both fiction
and non-fiction for Myshelf and pray that my
efforts will add to your reading enjoyment.
Reviews:
Various and some audiobooks |
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Beverly Rowe (Reviewer &
columnist for Babes
to Teens)
I am married
with 6 children and 14 grandchildren. I sell
books online and do tax preparations during
the seasonal rush.
Reviews:
Mystery/Suspense, horror, historical novels,
children's books of all age levels... and hysterical
novels, like like Janet Evanovich and Carl Hiaasen,
and some nonfiction, especially history and
biography. |
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Robert (Bob) Walch (Reviewer)
After spending
nearly four decades in the classroom Bob Walch
has "retreated" to his study where he reads,
reviews and reminiscences about the good old
days (the 1960s).
Reviews:
A wide range of things, from children's picture
books to mysteries |
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Brenda Weeaks (Audio Reviewer
/ Site Coordinator - Audio book Reviewer)
I'm married
with two grown kids. I've earned a Bachelor
degree in English and an Associate degree in
American Sign Language. I chose to major in
English because I love to read and write, BUT
unlike most English majors I dislike BIG WORDS.
Readers will find my reviews simple and honest.
Reviews:
Audio books of all kinds. Mystery: (Historical
& British). Romance & some nonfiction. |
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Carol Ann Culbert Johnson (Between
the Pages columnist)
I am the proud author of nineteen
(19) short stories for Black Romance, Bronze
Thrills, Jive Magazine, True Black Experience,
Black Confessions and True Black Experience
Magazines. My debut novel, I Confess
was published/released on December 18, 2004
and my second novel, Everything and More
will be published/released on January 16, 2006.
I have about six more novels in progress. I
am 43 years old, and I live in Oak Lawn, Illinois.
My passion is writing and reading. My
Website.
Reviews:
Romances
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Carolyn Howard-Johnson (Reviewer,
Columnist: Back
to Literature )
I once offended
a fellow who was graduated from USC (University
of Southern California) because I didn't
mention it, so I'm mentioning it. I've also
done post graduate work in writing at
UCLA, Glendale Community College and Cambridge.
I am a columnist for the Pasadena Star News,
do occasional movie reviews for the Glendale
News-Press, and am a contributing editor at
Home Decor Buyer, a national trade magazine.
I've also done editorial work for The Salt Lake
Tribune, Good Housekeeping Magazine and was
a publicist for Eleanor Lambert, a fashion publicity
house in New York City. My first Novel,
This Is The Place, and my second
book, Harkening: A Collection of Stories
Remembered are both prize-winners.
They are now available at Amazon.com and your
local bookstores. Be sure to visit My
Website
Reviews:
Poetry, classics, biography, memoirs,
and books for and about writers. |
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Chris Querry (Reviewer)
I retired from
the Oklahoma City police department after 27
years and went back to teaching college. I started
teaching in 1974 and have bounced around among
several colleges and universities. Currently,
I teach English, philosophy, theology,and ethics.
I am an ordained minister, live way out in the
Oklahoma woods surrounded by animals (several
I have invited to live here), and travel back
and forth to OKC to teach. I have somewhat a
sentimental bent to my personality. Consequently,
I like historical mysteries and romance novels.
A good nonfiction, however, will not escape
my perusal.
Reviews:
I'll review almost any genre but tend to
stay away from science fiction / science fantasy.
I particularly like romance, historical mystery,
self-help. religion, and everything else but
the space monsters and warlocks. |
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Claudia VanLydegraf (Reviewer)
I am a single
mother of 3 adult children, grandmother of 2,
live and have my own business in Reno, NV. I
have one published book, Notes from Nobody,
a book about the ramifications of adoption;
currently being revised and getting ready to
republish with a new publisher. A second book
in the works, tentatively titled: Please
SOMEONE Find Me, a True Crime cold case
murder, from 1939 that is shaping up to be a
real whodunit, and a genealogical book about
my family history, From the Footprints of
Kings in the works. I published a community
newspaper (weekly) for 4 years called Coyote
News. I am a jack of all trades, have been
an avid reader all my life, and like most book
types, however am not really keen on SciFi-Fant-Space-Alien
type stuff. Prefer Historical Fiction, Historical
Romance, things with the ring of truth and believability
to them. Am honored to again be a recipient
of inclusion in Marquis Who's Who in America
for the 2nd year standing 2004 and 2005, and
Marquis Who's Who in the World for the 1st year
in 2005. Please see my websites: www.notesfromnobody
- www.marquiswhoswho.net/claudiabethturnervanlydegraf/
- AuthorsDen.com
- My Den
Reviews:
Historical Fiction, Historical Romance,
Mysteries that have a bit of real history, like
Clive Cussler, Novels like anything of the sort
that Michner, Wouk, Colleen McCoullgh, Jean
Auel, some crime novels that are based on true
events, Leon Uris type books, Prefer real life
type stories. Pretty open to most anything,
except Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Space Ship stuff. No
Erotica, please. |
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Connie Harris (Reviewer)
I am an avid
reader and am usually found with my nose stuck
in a book.
I enjoy reading
a variety of different types of books with medical
suspense / thrillers being my favorites.
I've worked
for many years in the health care profession
and have recently begun studying to become a
Veterinary Assistant.
My true passions
in life are reading and animals. I am currently
owned by three wonderful dogs. My future plans
are to work in an animal shelter and to assist
in dog rescue organizations -- And to read as
many good books in my lifetime as possible.
Reviews:
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Cornelia Amiri (Review Editor)
My articles
have have appeared in more than a dozen magazines
and I write a monthly column for Savvy Click.
I have two historical romance novels published
with Awe-Struck E-books, The Fox Prince
and One Heart, One Way. My third book,
a paranormal romance, Danger is Sweet,
will be released by Awe-Struck in the fall of
2004. One Heart, One Way was a 2004
Eppie finalist. I teach a monthly writing class
at Leisure Learning in Houston, Texas. |
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Deb Kincaid (Reviewer)
I have worked in the medical field, been a
business owner with my husband of 24 years,
and have been a freelance writer for about two
years. I have had one poem, a couple of short
stories, and a dozen or so magazine features
published, and I am working on a nonfiction
book proposal to pitch to agents in the summer
of 2008. I'm also hoping to bring my website
and blogs online in Jan 2008.
Undoubtedly the toughest job I've ever had
is raising my three kids. That experience, combined
with my life-long appreciation for creation,
has been the best education for my writing passions;
namely, ecoliving, parenting, and health. When
the three topics converge, I'm truly in my element.
I've recently begun book reviewing on these
topics as well, and will continue as long as
the nice people at MyShelf.com put up with me.
Reviews:
Various, but with a special interest in
environmental themes, especially environmental
health themes, and parenting. |
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Deborah Adams (Reviewer)
Deborah Adams
writes novels (the Jesus Creek mystery series)
as well as short stories, non-fiction, and of
course, reviews. Recently retired from a career
in social services, she now devotes herself
to reading, napping, and tending to her chickens. |
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Dennis Collins (Reviewer, Columnist:
Between
the Pages)
I am the author of two published mystery novels,
The Unreal McCoy, and the second installment
in this series, Turn Left at September.
Another mystery, The First Domino, is currently
making the rounds of literary agents in hopes
of finding representation. There are three other
full length projects in various stages of construction
as well as plans for several more. My first short
story, "Calvin," was a finalist in the Futures
Magazine, "Twist," contest. I am also an avid
motorcyclist and love any kind of speedsports.
I am a big football fan as well. I live on the
shore of Lake Huron about 100 miles north of Detroit.
Be sure to visit my website
Reviews:
Mysteries |
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Donna Satterlee Ross (Reviewer)
Donna Satterlee Ross is the co-editor of That's
Life with Autism: Tales and Tips for Families
With Autism. As a former high school guidance
counselor, college dean and therapist for children
with autism she loves education and learning.
She is the mother of 3 including one child with
special needs. She is currently dividing her time
between homeschooling and working on a new book
about autism and humor.
Reviews:
Misc |
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Faith Smith (Reviewer)
I have been
an avid reader since I could first hold a book.
My love for romance began as a teenager and
I read my first Harlequin. I fell in love with
historicals, in particular medievals after reading
The Wolf & The Dove by Kathleen Woodiwiss.
I have been writing reviews for Bridges Magazine
since April of 2000 and Romantic Times
since January of 2002. I have completed one
medieval romance and I have started the sequel.
I have also co-authored a contemporary and I
am working on a paranormal. I moonlight as a
community leader on the Romance Readers &
Writers and Romance Writing message boards,
at ivillage.com. I also host the Romance Readers
& Writers chat at ivillage. When not working
as a secretary, reading, or writing, I enjoy
spending time with my husband of twenty-five
years and my twenty-three year old daughter.
Adding to the mix is the menagerie of eight
dogs, and five cats that make up what I call
the Smith House.
Reviews: Romance:
historical, medieval, some paranormal, time-travel,
inspirational, and contemporary |
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Harold Walters (Reviewer)
In a previous life Harold Walters was a high
school English teacher. Presently he lives in
Dunville, Newfoundland, the most easterly point
in North America. His house is nearer to Dublin
across The Pond than to Hollywood or Vancouver.
He and his wife-of-a-lifetime, Glenys - who
knows where all his skeletons are hidden - are
living out the Happily Ever After. To keep himself
out of mischief, he dabbles at writing: newspaper
and magazine columns as well as book reviews.
He has even had some poetry published. He has
had short stories published and once upon a
time won a prize for writing. But he is not
famous ... yet.
You can read Harold's My Imperfect Slant
columns for the Placentia, Newfoundland and
Labrador Charter here.
Reviews:
Young Adult by preference, but enjoys most
adult fiction. Thrillers, Detective. Almost
anything. |
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Jan Fields (Reviewer)
My stories and
articles have appeared in such varied magazines
as Highlights, Cricket, Ladybug,
Teddy Bear and Friends, and Byline.
I've written 20 storybooks that were marketed
by a toy company as a companion for their collectable
doll line. I'm an instructor and web editor
for The Institute of Children's Literature and
have written extensively on Children's Writing.
I am the editor at Kid
Magazine Writers. I have a middle grade
novel coming out in 2008 as part of the Creative
Girls Club with DRG publishing. For more about
me and my writing, check my Website.
Reviews:
Children, teen and young adult |
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Janie Franz (Reviewer)
I'm a full-time freelance journalist, and I've
written for nearly 100 publications in less
than a decade, covering a wide range of topics.
I've resisted becoming a niche writer, though
I am one, but in several vastly different areas:
music, wine, weddings, environmental issues,
yoga / meditation / stress reduction, and asphalt
paving. I have taught workshops on writing,
the music business, and stress.
I wrote Freelance Writing: It's a Business,
Stupid! to counter the naysayers who thought
writing was a hobby and to help new writers
take ownership of their writing dreams. I taught
yoga for several years and wrote Relaxation
Techniques for Children and Relaxation
Techniques for Adults to help my students
learn to manage stress.
With Texas wedding DJ, Bill Cox, I co-authored
The Ultimate Wedding Reception Book and
The Ultimate Wedding Ceremony Book (We
have more titles coming.)
I'm married to a singer/songwriter who works
for the state of North Dakota. We have two grown
children: a daughter who is an artist and married
to an animator, and a son who is the executive
chef of a high-end martini bistro and is a musician.
I have a BA in anthropology with a concentration
in English. I've edited novels, scientific journal
articles, and magazine and newspaper features.
I've also been a radio announcer and a booking
agent for a touring band.
I'm currently working on a fantasy novel and
several short stories.
Reviews:
Children's and YA books, fantasy, sci-fi,
mystery, and self-help non-fiction. |
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Jeanette Clinkunbroomer (Review
editor)
For the last
twenty years, I've made a living as a writer
and editor, working primarily for trade journals,
also doing some copywriting and public relations
work. Since 1994, I've been freelancing as a
business journalist and working on my first
love -- fiction. My latest novel, published
July 2003, is the memoir of a fictional Civil
War journalist, Nick Canfield, covering his
life both on and off the battlefield. I have
a degree in English lit. and am an avid reader
of history and historical fiction, love mystery/suspense
(any kind), as well as that vast non-specific
category called mainstream.
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Jeff Shelby (occasional reviewer,
Columnist:
Before the Title)
I earned a Bachelor's
degree in English from the University of California,
Irvine. Killer
Swell, a mystery featuring PI Noah
Braddock, will be published by Dutton in June
2005. I live with my wife and daughter in Castle
Rock, CO. Website: www.jeffshelby.com/
Blog: http://firstoffenders.typepad.com/
Reviews:
Mysteries, sports nonfiction |
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Jen Oliver (reviewer)
I live in NYC.
school to get my MSW.
Reviews:
Horror, mystery, true crime, general fiction,
romance. |
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Jennifer M. Akers (reviewer,
review co-ordinator)
I am a freelance writer and book reviewer for
online and print media. My writing includes
a by-lined, weekly newspaper column, short stories,
a children’s play and copywriting projects,
such as web content, newsletters, resumes, sales
letters and ghostwriting. I have also edited
/ proofread other writers’ works in progress.
My personal writing focuses on three passions:
strengthening relationships, nurturing children
and ending domestic abuse.
I earned a B.A. in Sociology at Eckerd College,
Florida and enjoyed a career in case management
before re-igniting my writing career. My greatest
joys are my husband and young son, as well as
family trips to libraries, book fairs and bookstores.
Visit my website.
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Jerry Parzer (reviewer)
Jerry has worn a cloak of many color over the
years. A divorced mother of two and grandmother
of two, she attended University of Central Oklahoma,
majoring in English.
Jerry spent six years as a television journalist,
working her way up to News Producer at an Oklahoma
City television station, often freelancing as
Associate Producer and Chiron Graphics at sporting
events around the country.
After leaving television, she became a Paralegal
at a firm specializing in Workers' Compensation
and Personal Injury law. During the next 14
years, she also wrote and produced video "Day
In The Life" tapes, used in trial and settlement
of major cases.
During the course of her legal career, she
became a Court Appointed Special Advocate /
Guardian ad Litem for abused and neglected children,
even fostering a young girl in her home for
two years. This child was so neglected that
Jerry was asked to speak on the floor of the
Oklahoma State Senate when funding for children
at risk was in danger of being cut.
She and her European ex-husband opened a sports
therapy clinic which integrated therapies from
Europe and Japan. That business is still flourishing
today.
Jerry raised and showed champion dogs for many
years and still involves herself in rescue and
placement of unwanted animals. Her hobby is
cooking, computers, reading, creative writing
and research.
Reviews:
Misc |
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Jo Rogers (Part-time Reviewer)
I have written
my first book and am looking for a publisher.
Reviews:
General fiction, nonfiction, fantasy,
sci-fi, mystery, and clean romances |
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Jocelyn Pearce (reviewer)
I've been reading
and writing for as long as I can remember, which
makes book reviewing perfect for me! I live
in the mountains of North Carolina and am working
on writing a novel.
Reviews:
Misc |
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Jonathan Lowe (Columnist:
Audio Buzz [The Lowe Down on Audio Books])
I'm tiptoeing into my mid 50s now, but have
been writing since age 18. Have lived in Florida,
S.C., and Arizona. As a reviewer, I've interviewed
most of the major authors for XM Satellite radio,
Audiobook Cafe, and Cracker Barrel Old Country
Stores. Have been a judge in the Audie awards
for seven years, and am also audiobook reviewer
for Land Line trucking magazine, which
is the premiere magazine for long-haul truckers.
Novels include Postmarked
for Death, (a small press hardcover
that was recorded by the legendary Frank Muller
as Postal.), Awakening
Storm (recorded by Barrett Whitener
for Blackstone), Fame
Island (recorded by Emmy winning actor
Kristoffer Tabori), and Geezer,
(a hardcover from Five Star.) People can sample
three of these four (for free) in ebook format
by going to Fictionwise.com,
and clicking on "Free Ebooks" at the top, and
then on "Ghost Rider." The audiobook versions
are available at Audible.com, iTunes, and SimplyAudiobooks.com.
(Also have two CDs of stories, Tall
Tales for the Road and Oscar's
Hijack.) Am currently working on a new
novel, and while I don't have a specific author
site up yet, I've picked up the web domain JustSayNoWay.com,
and plan to develop it more in the future. So
bookmark it, and check it out, and until then,
as #6 says in The Prisoner, "be seeing
you." (Or should I say, "be hearing you?")
Website: JustSayNoWay.com
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John Washburn, MD (reviewer)
I am a physician
specializing in family practice and I am excited
about being a part of the staff at MyShelf.
My debut novel, When Evil Prospers,
is scheduled for release this summer. I grew
up in Richardson, Texas and I'm currently living
with my family in Oklahoma. My
Website - My
Blogspot
Reviews:medical
fiction, legal fiction, historical fiction and
non-fiction, science fiction, thrillers, political
fiction and non-fiction, military fiction and
non-fiction, espionage,
Christian fiction and non-fiction, |
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Ken Reiss (
Audio Reviewer)
I have some experience both as a monthly column
writer for a communications magazine (Popular
Communications) and as a reviewer (www.audiomysteries.com).
Reviews:
(Audio books, mostly mysteries) |
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Kim Malo (reviewer)
I'm webmistress
for the sister site to Myshelf.com at www.crimethrutime.com
and day jobs have ranged from internal auditor
to database geek. Another readaholic, whose
reading taste is pretty eclectic, but heavy
on the history and historical mysteries. I love
to travel and part of why I love historical
mysteries is the bit of vicarious travel in
place and time they provide to go with the fun
of the puzzle.
Reviews:
Mysteries, SF, various non-fiction, in other
words... yes! |
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Kim Richards (Review Editor)
Kim loves Horror,
Fantasy and Science Fiction. In addition to
her own fiction, she writes a monthly science
fiction column for Epicsff.com.
She reviews women's fiction for Euroreviews
and is the new Review Editor for Myshelf.com.
Check out Kim's bi-monthly podcast containing
excerpts of her work and SF/F/H reviews at ttp://switchpod.com/users/krichards/feed.xml
Her writing website is located at www.sff.net/people/krichards.
It contains information on her work, upcoming
appearances, blogs and more. When not writing
Kim is a Mary Kay Lady and a secretary for the
Roswell Police Department. |
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Laura Strathman Hulka (Reviewer)
i am a reader, a writer, both by avocation and
by trade. I run my own office services company,
and also work for Girl Scouts of America as paid
staff. My favorite genres are mysteries (the cozy
type) history, biography. gothics... okay, okay,
I will read almost anything I can get my hands
on, including the back of cereal boxes and packages
of toilet paper! I delight in finding new authors
to read, and love nothing better (except hubby,
two grown kids and two grandsons) than curling
up with a book, some chocolate and some hot tea
for a long afternoon of reading. I joined Myshelf
for a chance to indulge in such pleasures, and
to let others know about exciting new books coming
out.
Reviews:
Mysteries, especially cozy, history, biography,
gothics. |
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Leslie Halpern (Reviewer)
I have worked
as a newspaper editor, magazine columnist, advertising
copywriter, technical editor, radio station
publicist, and education coordinator for a Shakespearean
acting company. I'm currently an entertainment
writer, book and movie reviewer, and author
of Reel Romance: The Lovers’ Guide
to the 100 Best Date Movies, (Taylor Trade
Publishing, 2004), a book that guides readers
through a list of romantic movies that appeal
to both sexes. My other book, Dreams on
Film (McFarland & Company, Inc., 2003),
is an in-depth analysis of sleeping and dreaming
in more than 125 movies.
I
received my M.L.S. degree from Rollins College
and B.A. in Journalism from the University of
Kentucky. I'm listed in Contemporary Authors
(Thomson Gale) directory, and am a member of
Orlando Poetry Troupe, Florida Freelance Writers
Association, Professional Freelance Writers
of Orlando, and Florida Writers Association.
Website
Reviews:
nonfiction: arts, entertainment, self-help,
how-to, biography, writer's craft; fiction:
romance, science fiction, mystery; also poetry.
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Linda Morelli (Reviewer)
Linda is the award-winning author of Fiery
Surrender, Shadow of Doubt, and Lani's
Challenge. She also has several sensual
romantic stories to her credit, including "The
Portrait," available from FictionWise.
A member of Romance Writers of America (RWA)
and Washington Romance Writers (WRW) since 1994,
Linda has served the chapter as Vice President,
chaired various committees, judged national
and regional romance writing contests, and is
a permanent judge in RWA's Golden Heart contest.
Her other memberships include Author's Coalition,
World Romance Writers, NUW (Not the Usual Way),
Authors' Community and other online author /
writers' groups. In addition to writing, she
is the Historical Editor for Gotta Write Network
Online. In the latter capacity, she writes monthly
columns, book reviews and conducts author interviews.
You can find out more about her by visiting
her web site, called
Linda's Place - A Site for Romance Readers and
Writers.
Reviews:
Romance, mystery, SF/fantasy, young adult
and non-fiction (adoption/biographies)
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Louanne Clayton Jacobs (Reviewer)
I am a professor of reading and literacy at Alabama
A&M University. My areas of interest are primarily
books for children and young adults. I usually
read about 20 - 30 books per month and would really
be interested in telling your readers what I think
about those books. I love comics and graphic novels
and am currently doing a pretty cool study about
girls and comics as well as concluding one on
girls / moms / female teachers reading books about
female body image. I maintain an annotated book
list for teachers of the Holocaust and genocide.
Reviews:
Anything, but with a special interest in
books for children / young adults |
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Marcia Berneger (Reviewer
I am a freelance writer. I have a story appearing
in Boys' Life Magazine's November issue,
stories in several anthologies and magazines,
including Through The Eyes of Love/Alzheimers
and Highlights Magazine. I am
also the bi-monthly Science columnist for Cecil
Child Magazine. Additional information
about me can be found at my website, www.freewebs.com/marciab
Reviews:
Children, Teen, Young Adult |
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Michael G'Francisco (Columnist:
Behind
the Fiction )
To the world I'm a man, To myself I'm a writer
whose past endeavors are: A collection of souvenir
booklets, a trilogy of spiritual poems, three
published "whodunit" novels and presently, a
non-fiction Chicago Gangster Chronicle (1833-1983).
You can find out more about me and my works
at my website
and my Secrets
Blog |
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Michelle Shealy (Reviewer)
I am an avid reader as well as spend a great deal
of time scrapbooking for my children and grandchildren.
I have a degree in Business Administration and
work in the construction field. I'm also a NASCAR
fan and a Yankee from the northeast living in
the south with my husband and 2 sons. I enjoy
a variety of authors including James Patterson,
Michael Connelly, Patricia Cornwell, Jennifer
Colt, JM Hayes, Stephen King, P.J. Parrish, Walter
Mosley.
Reviews:
My favorites
are thrillers, mystery, fiction. I'm willing
to read different things and being here at Myshelf.com
exposes me to authors I might not have read
otherwise. |
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Nancy Williams (Review Editor,
occasional reviewer)
I'm the author
of over 100 published articles, essays, poems
and short stories, including several which have
won awards. I have three inspirational romantic
suspense novels in print, including Coming
Home to Mercy Street, and a series of two,
including In the Company of Angels
and its sequel, In The Shadow of the Cherubim.
My publisher, Wings ePress, has also contracted
ten more titles, all of which will be released
in the next two and a half years. I have reviewed
books for the Timeless Tales Review
website. -
Reviews:
sweet romances, cozy mysteries, inspirational
fiction (except time travel and sci fi), especially
enjoy romantic suspense. -
My website |
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Nicole Merritt ( Audio
book Reviewer)
Nicole is a
freelance writer for three regional newspapers
in the Hill Country of Texas, The Comfort News,
Boerne Star, and the Kerrville Daily Times.
She has won the Texas by-line award and is a
published author. "Sales and marketing
are my background tools. Journalism is my love.
As a freelance writer I am always into something
new. Today I am a grant writer, tomorrow I may
write a magazine article, the bottom line is
that I write everyday. Being published is a
bonus. Reading is an inspiration to write, so
I read as much as I can. I am always learning
new techniques and ideas. Controversial topics
are always a welcomed read because they make
one think."
Reviews: Non-fiction
biographies/auto-biographies, journalism, suspense/thrillers,
inspirational, self-help, and children's books. |
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P.G. Forte (Review Editor)
Being a writer
was always a given, I’ve been making up
stories for as long as I can remember. Along
the way, I've also held some interesting day
jobs. I've been an admin, an editor, a manager,
a cook, a garment worker, a meat packer, a film
stylist, a kennel attendant, a nightclub promoter,
a shipping clerk, a ghost writer, a respite
caregiver and a minister…some of it contemporaneously.
I was raised in Fort Lee, New
Jersey, where Route 80 begins, and migrated
all the way to where it ends…almost. If
you make a wrong turn on your way into San Francisco,
you’ll wind up at the Berkeley Marina.
Oh, yeah. I nearly forgot. I worked there, too.
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Patty Foster (Reviewer)
Doctorial student
at TWU, Denton, Texas. My field is reading with
a minor in childrens' literature.
Reviews:
historical fiction, contemporary fiction,
fantasy, mysteries and nonfiction. |
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Rachel A Hyde (UK Contact) (Reviewer)
If you live
on another continent and want a review, I am
the one to contact. I am writing my first novel,
which is a Regency whodunit.
Reviews:
Historical mysteries, historical fiction,
westerns, fantasy/SF and historical romances. |
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Rebecca Benston (Reviewer)
Rebecca Benston is a writer from Springfield,
Ohio. Benston is both a graduate of Antioch
University McGregor with a dual major in Management
and Human Development and a graduate of Capella
University with a Master’s degree in Human Services.
Benston is a member of the Sisters in Crime
Internet Chapter and a content producer for
Associated Content.
Her Rona Shively Stories private detective
series (In
the Wash, Under
Lock and Key) has received great reviews.
She is currently working on the third book in
the series, title to be announced. In addition
to writing mystery, she has a short romance
titled Hearts & Flowers available on
Amazon Shorts, a short horror story which will
be featured in a horror anthology to be published
by Triad Publishing and she is currently working
on a non-fiction book about Women’s Self Esteem.
More information about these projects can be
found at her websites: RebeccaBenstonWrites.com,
TheRonaShivelyStories.com,
and at her Myspace
page. |
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Sandie Vega (Reviewer, Co-Columnist
-
Have You Heard?!)
Plain and Simple - I love to read and I always
have a good book with me to do just that. I
have no professional background when it comes
to critiquing new books or writing reviews,
but I will always read the book and give you
my honest opinion. I can usually tell within
the first couple of chapters if it's something
that I want to continue with or put down and
never finish. By day I am the Marketing Manager
for a Technology company in San Antonio, Texas,
and all that it entails. Some days I work on
our company website, other days I am planning
elaborate events or meetings. Never a dull day,
so when I pick up a book, I want to escape!
I am the mother of five - Two grown Children,
Two step children, and my recent addition, 10
months old daughter. I stay very busy chasing
her around the house, who would have thought
I would be a Mom again at the age of 40 someting?
But I wouldn't change it for the world!
Review
preferences: Romance and Mysteries
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Sarah Lomas (Reviewer)
I received
a Bachelor's degree in Literature from Eastern
Michigan University. I am currently studying
for a Master's degree in Library and Information
Science so I can work as a Young Adult Librarian.
I am also a member of the Detroit Writer's Guild,
and writing my first novel. I love to read,
write, and to help people find quality books.
Reviews:
Children's and Young Adult literature. |
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Sara Richard (Reviewer)
It is an honor
to review books for Myshelf.com. I am a special
education teacher and freelance writer originally
from Louisiana. As far back as I can remember,
my favorite hobby has always been reading and
writing. My published works include children's
stories, essays, and children's activities.
Reviews:
Misc |
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Sheila Griffin (Reviewer)
I have been reviewing for a well known magazine
since 2001. I served as the newsletter editor
for Oklahoma Romance Writers of America for
two years. I began reviewing movies on air for
a local radio station in 2004.
My favorite pastime is reading. I adore romantic
comedies and time travel. I also enjoy fantasy
and light science fiction. Humor and happy endings
are a winning combination!
Reviews:
Romance |
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Steven L. Shrewsbury (Columnist:
Beyond the Words, occasional reviewer)
Steven L. Shrewsbury,
36, is the author over 335 published tales online
or in print. His fourth novel, Godforsaken
will soon be released by Behler Publications.
His current projects are King of the Bastards
with Brian Keene; Bedlam Unleashed
with Peter Welmerink, and Thrall, a
solo work.
He
lives and works in Central Illinois where he
continues to look for brightness everywhere.
Website
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Susan Johnson (Reviewer)
My Name is
Susan, once known on this group as Suebuggy.
Then I grew up and went to college at the age
of 42. I got a degree in graphic design but
my one true passion is reading. I have been
an avid reader since learning to read and usually
read mystery or suspense. However I do branch
out often into nonfiction and young adult among
other things. Truth is I will read almost anything
except pure romance.
Reviews:
mystery, suspense, young
adult and nonfiction and love cookbooks and
craft books |
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Suzie Housley (Review Instructor,
Reviewer, Columnist -
Have You Heard?!)
I love to read
and review the romance genre. I will review
any type of romance but I especially love those
romance novels that tug at your heart. I also
have an interest in craft books, computer, and
inspirational quote books. In addition to being
a reviewer, I am a former columnist for "Beneath
the Covers" and currently for "Have you Heard?!".
I have served as a past judge for the following
romance organizations annual contests : Blue
Boa Awards, Florida Writers Association, Orange
County Writers Association, Oklahoma Writers
Association. My reviews have been published
in the following print magazines, Romantic
Times, Bridges Magazine, and Affaire
de Coeur. I also have a Master of Arts degree
in Organizational Training and an undergraduate
Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational
Management.
Reviews:
All types Romance, Anthologies, Paranormal
(especially Vampire), Self-Help / Healing Touch,
Short Stories, eBooks (Romance), Computer Books
(Especially HTML), Non-Fiction, New Age, Holistic
Health, and World Music. |
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Sylvia McClain (Reviewer)
Sylvia is currently a contributing writer for
Equal Opportunity Publications. She conducts
workshops on money management, self-publishing,
and freelance writing. An author of a memoir
titled Skipping Through Life, The Reason
I Am, Ms McClain also published a book titled
The Write Life: A Beginning Writer's Guide
to Writing, Money Management, Publishing and
Marketing. In 2007 she had stories published
in three anthologies, Chicken Soup for the
Soul in Menopause, Gumbo for the Soul:
The Recipe for Literacy in the Black Community,
and Eyes on Fire: Witnesses to the Detroit
Riot of 1967 now used as a text book for
history classes at Michigan State University.
Please visit her web site at www.scribalpress.com
AFFILIATIONS:
- American Business Women Association (ABWA)
- Lake Shore, Lake Shore Chapter
- Career Network Member, National Association
of Female Executives
- National Writers Union
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Tangela Williams (Reviewer)
I am a Stay
at home mom for Alabama. I have been reading
Romance Novels since I was around 14 years old.
Actually if it’s a good book I’ll read it. I
read anything from Contemporary Romance, Paranormals,
mystery and Suspense and my favorite Historicals.
Although I like many of the authors out there
today, 3 of my very favorite authors that I
must have their books as soon as they come out,
Julia Garwood, Nora Roberts and Catherine Coulter.
When I am not spending time with my Husband
and 2 teenage daughters I can usually be found
reading, walking our 2 Great Danes and our Aussie
Shephard, or searching our Family Genealogy.
Reviews:
romances |
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Tara Manderino (Reviewer)
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Tanya Atkinson (Reviewer)
As a lifelong
reader, I am proud to be a reviewer for MyShelf.com.
I am passionate about books, reading and the
written word. My mantra: never leave the house
without something to read in hand. I am a native
Floridian and work as the Executive Assistant
for the Board of Directors of a First Coast
50 company. This ensures that my days are full
and challenging, but reading is still a priority.
Reviews: women's fiction,
singleton fiction/"chick lit", contemporary
romance, young adult/teen fiction |
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Timothy B. Benford (Associate
Columnist -
Have You Heard?!)
Timothy B. Benford is a best-selling author,
award-winning novelist, and prolific magazine
writer in three different genres: fiction; non-fiction;
and true-crime. One of his novels was made into
a TV Movie-of-The Week. His latest book is To
Kill a Princess, The Diana Plot. His articles
have appeared in more than a hundred publications
worldwide. Some can be found on his Associated
Content page.
Tim Benford is also a former newspaper and
magazine editor and a founding member of the
North American Travel Journalists Association
(NATJA), a director of the Working Press Association
(WPA) and a past president of the North Jersey
Press Association. He was inducted into the
Bayonne Writers Academy Hall of Fame in 1994.
He is married to the former Marilyn Fabula,
his high school sweetheart
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Willie Elliott (Reviewer)
I am a retired
English teacher (taught mostly Amerifan Lit.)
Was one of eight writing consultants
for the state of Kentucky for 2 years.
Have a M.A. in English
Worked for a newspape (Floyd
County Times) for two years.
Had articles published in the
Lexington (KY) Herald Leader.
Attended the Foxfire seminar
one summer (this is the group that published
the books Foxfire (about the heritage
of people in and around Rabun Gap, Ga.)
Did a few reviews (mostly of
Applachinan authors) while at the Times.
Attended one of the National
Writing Projects (the Mountain Writing Project
at Eastern Kentucky University at Richmond,
KY |
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