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Aug 2, 20191 min read
The Adventures of Samba Rat and Friends in Sherman the Last Dragon
Imagine what would happen if you were lost in the woods. In the Adventures of Samba Rat and Friends, a very odd group of forest...
Dec 20, 20171 min read
Oooh....The Hate She Received: Why the Banning of Angie Thomas' Book is an Insult to the Black
As an advocate for increased diversity in schools and libraries, I felt a duty to speak out against the banning of Angie Thomas' best...
Aug 11, 20171 min read
Best Book Blog of 2017!
Thanks to some pretty cool authors and some great books, Reviews in the City has been recommended as one of the best book blogs of 2017. ...
Jul 17, 20172 min read
#BabyLove: My Toddler Life by Corine Dehghanpisheh
Amid an increasingly digital world where technology is king, #BabyLove: My Toddler Life reminds us about the value of human interaction....
May 25, 20174 min read
Spotlight On: Sovereignty by ANJENIQUE HUGHES
Fast forward 200 years into the future and imagine living in a world where an implanted microchip documents your every move. Anjenique...
May 16, 20172 min read
Spotlight On: Waves of Murder: A Fiona Quinn Mystery by C.S. McDonald!
School’s out for the summer! Kindergarten teacher, Fiona Quinn is looking forward to spending some quality time in her yard and with...
May 6, 20171 min read
Spotlight On: Mistake No.7 by Laura Avery
Mistake No. 7 is an adult, romance book that captures all the fumbles of love. Written by Laura Avery, this steamy new novel is...
Apr 28, 20172 min read
Spotlight On: Karma by Cynthia Vespia
Armed with a mask, a makeup brush, and amazing powers - supermodel turned superhero Karma is ready to take on the world. However, when...
Apr 10, 20171 min read
Spotlight On: Last Semester by Corine Mekaouche
This week "Reviews in the City" is shining a spotlight on Corine Mekaouche's newest title: Last Semester. Read information about this...
Apr 6, 20172 min read
Meet Author A.H. Richardson!
A. H. Richardson is a former actress and musician who now enjoys pursuing her literary passions as an author. According to the author's...
Apr 4, 20171 min read
Book Review Opportunities for Authors
Publisher's Weekly has launched a free service for authors through their self-publishing platform, Book Life. "Publishers Weekly is a...
Mar 28, 20171 min read
I Survived the Great Chicago Fire by Lauren Tarshis
Imagine being lost in a big city where orphaned kids are being turned into gangsters, and the streets are turning to ash ---(literally). ...
Mar 14, 20172 min read
The Purple Grumblies by Mike Marsh
Warning: “Flying or sailing in umbrellas is dangerous.” However, this message only applies if you are a Purple Grumblie and you’re...
Feb 7, 20172 min read
Book Review: The Longest Con by Michaelbrent Collings
Imagine living in a world where some of the most feral and bloodcurdling creatures dwell, in secrecy, among the human race. In The...
Nov 22, 20161 min read
Book Review: Finding Amelia by Lynsey Howell
If you’ve ever wondered what happened to Amelia Earhart, then climb aboard the “1927 Travel Air 4000” and take flight with this fun and...
Nov 7, 20161 min read
Nurture Your Being by Stephen Boshoff
If you are interested in the writings of Deepak Chopra and Neale Donald Walsch, then you might appreciate some of the enduring values...
Aug 27, 20161 min read
Review: Menyone's Journey to the Red Carpet by Menyone Deveaux
Hero's come in all shapes and sizes. The story of Menyone Deveaux is definitely a hero's tale. The Hollywood actress provides a very...
Jul 31, 20163 min read
Meet Author Dennis Calloway
Return to Earth is groundbreaking science fiction thriller, written by Dennis Calloway. Amid rave reviews, this book has been gaining a...
May 1, 20131 min read
Review: "Lights,Camera, Take-Action," by Joe Ann Williams-Nelson
"Lights, Camera, Take Action" is a must read for movie enthusiasts and lovers of "good literature". Well crafted and intricately woven...
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