It has
been a while since my last post, so I thought I’d share a little of what I am
up to and also what books I have been reading lately. Things are moving forward
with The W.H.O. Files: Potions in the
Pizza. It is set to come out in April. I got a phone call from my publisher
letting me know they were sending me some printed copies. I can’t wait to see
this book in print.
I’ve
been so busy illustrating projects lately that I my writing is coming in little
spurts. I am working on a new project that my agent is currently reviewing. If
all goes well I might be swapping the drawing for writing. My current
illustration projects include a fully illustrated novel about dinosaurs and a
picture book about a spoiled girl. It’s been fun to work on both—all though
time consuming.
Since I
am illustrating so much I’ve gotten a lot of audiobooks under my belt. Here are
just a few that I recommend:
The
Blackthron Key, by Kevin Sands. I enjoyed this mystery set in London
during the 1600’s. It’s
Synopsis:
Until he got that cryptic warning, Christopher Rowe was happy, learning how to
solve complex codes and puzzles and creating powerful medicines, potions, and
weapons as an apprentice to Master Benedict Blackthorn—with maybe an explosion
or two along the way. But when a mysterious cult begins to prey on London’s
apothecaries, the trail of murders grows closer and closer to Blackthorn’s
shop. With time running out, Christopher must use every skill he’s learned to
discover the key to a terrible secret with the power to tear the world apart.
Mark
of the Plague, by Kevin Sands. This is the sequel to The Blackthorn Key and it was just as
good. I enjoyed the fresh spin the author takes with the main character,
Christopher Rowe. This one has just as much mystery as the first book. I super
fun read!
Synopsis:
The Black Death has returned to London, spreading disease and fear through
town. A mysterious prophet predicts the city’s ultimate doom—until an unknown
apothecary arrives with a cure that actually works. Christopher’s Blackthorn
shop is chosen to prepare the remedy. But when an assassin threatens the
apothecary’s life, Christopher and his faithful friend Tom are back to hunting
down the truth, risking their lives to untangle the heart of a dark conspiracy.
And as the sickness strikes close to home, the stakes are higher than ever
before…
Going
Wild, by Lisa McMann. I thought this book was going to be just a normal
“moving to a new town” kind of book, but it was surprisingly fun. The main
character finds this bracelet that gives here super animal powers. Sounds kind
of corny but it was a great read. I plan on continuing the series when the next
book comes out.
Synopsis:
Charlie Wilde knew her life would change forever when her family moved from the
city of Chicago to the suburbs of Arizona…and that was before she found the
bracelet. After putting it on, she notices odd things start to happen. Suddenly
Charlie seems to have the speed of a cheetah and the strength of an
elephant—and that’s just the beginning. She would be thrilled about her
transformation if she had any idea how to use the device or control
her amazing powers. So Charlie is forced to put her trust in new friends to
help her uncover the surprising truth behind the mysterious bracelet.
The Unwanteds,
by Lisa McMann. I’ve seen this series around but hadn’t had the opportunity
to read it until now. I enjoyed the premise of the book and was hooked on the
first chapter. I didn’t enjoy how the narrator head hopped so much—sometimes in
the middle of a scene, but I understood why. It was creative and I think I’ll continue reading the
series.
Synopsis:
When Alex finds out he is Unwanted, he expects to die. That is the way of the
people of Quill. Each year, all the thirteen-year-olds are labeled as Wanted,
Necessary, or Unwanted. Wanteds get more schooling and train to join the
Quillitary. Necessaries keep the farms running. Unwanteds are set for
elimination. It’s hard for Alex to leave behind his twin, Aaron, a Wanted, but
he makes peace with his fate—until he discovers that instead of a “death farm,”
what awaits him is a magical place called Artimé. There, Alex and his fellow
Unwanteds are encouraged to cultivate their creative abilities and use them magically.
Everything Alex has ever known changes before his eyes, and it’s a wondrous
transformation. But it’s a rare, unique occurrence for twins to be divided
between Wanted and Unwanted, and as Alex and Aaron’s bond stretches across
their separation, a threat arises for the survival of Artimé that will pit
brother against brother in an ultimate magical battle.
I’ll
post some more in a few days. Like I said before, I am listening to a lot of
audiobooks.
Woohoo! April will be such a happy month! ^_^
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