Breaking Arrows, by Luis Figueredo [Review]

“a fascinating story . . . and historical record that’s worth studying. Unfortunately, Mr. Figueredo fails to make the story into a compelling novel.” Breaking Arrows, by Luis Figueredo [Review] The Chief of the small Kialegee Tribe in a suburb of Tulsa, Oklahoma is driven to despair following the death of his grandson. After years … More Breaking Arrows, by Luis Figueredo [Review]

Wanted: Toddler’s Personal Assistant, by Stephanie Kiser [review]

“As a jumping off point for discussing these significant social issues, the book is a success. But as a story about Stephanie, the book misses the emotional mark and it is structurally challenged.” Ms. Kiser’s memoir (a book club read for me) succeeds in raising many important social issues through her journey working in her … More Wanted: Toddler’s Personal Assistant, by Stephanie Kiser [review]

Self-narrating your audiobooks – learn from my mistakes

[This article was originally published as a two-part feature in InD’Tale magazine, which has since gone out of business. Reprinted here so folks can find it.]             As an independent author, I’m always trying to promote the first two books in my crime-thriller series to potential buyers. I frequently hear the question: “Is it available … More Self-narrating your audiobooks – learn from my mistakes