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Wednesday Weekly Blogging Challenge for September 10, 2025
Each Wednesday, Long and Short Reviews hosts a weekly “blog hop”. For more details on how to participate, please click here. What is My Superpower?

Thursday Thoughts: September 4, 2025 – Anime
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a fan of animation in any form. Looney Toons, Hanna-Barbera, Disney, you name it, I watched it. Bugs Bunny and Huckleberry Hound were my favorites. As far as Disney went, Robin Hood was – and still is – my favorite of their animated films. However, as […]
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Wedding Planning by Kathy Forbes – Spotlight and Giveaway
This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Kathy Forbes will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour. This book has everything you need to know to plan your perfect unique wedding. This is not your … » Read More
Eden: The Final Solution by Pascal Bouquillard – Spotlight
Dystopian Novel Date Published: May 2, 2025 In 4029, Homo convertibilis has replaced Homo sapiens and their scientists study the "Pierre de Vent," a collection of political, historical, and ancient sacred texts written by the "founding father," who is the reference of the new society. 2054, to … » Read More
Ideal Writing Space by Colin Sephton – Guest Blog and Giveaway
This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Colin Sephton will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour. Ideal writing space My ideal writing place is my study at home. It is my little sanctuary away from … » Read More
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Book Reviews
Letters to an Embryo by Jasna Kaluđerović
Letters to an Embryo by Jasna Kaluđerović Publisher: Self-Published Genre: Non-Fiction, Contemporary Rating: 3 Stars Reviewed by Astilbe Letters to an Embryo is an autobiographical novel that explores the deeply personal journey of Jasna Kaludjerovic as she grapples with the aftermath of a painful divorce. Left with a … » Read More
If I Could, Would I? by Michale Mohr
If I Could, Would I? by Michale Mohr Publisher: Self-published Genre: Sci-fi/Fantasy, Time Travel, Contemporary, Paranormal Rating: 3 stars Reviewed by Lavender The return of a long-lost dolphin necklace by a mysterious ethereal stranger and a magical accident hurl 60-year-old Emma Corbell back to the age of 17 with the … » Read More
Death Message by Mark Billingham
Death Message by Mark Billingham Publisher: Self-Published Genre: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense/Thriller Rating: 3 stars Reviewed by Fern Delivering the "death message." That's what cops call those harrowing moments when they must tell someone that a loved one has been killed. Now Detective Investigator Tom Thorne is … » Read More
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1 Star – We currently do not review any story with a 1 star rating. If it’s DNF or a “wall-banger” we decline to review.

2 Stars — Not wonderful, but tolerable. There may be some minor editing glitches but not enough to stop you reading. Not a wall-banger, but nothing you’d re-read. This is a book you would borrow from the library – not buy- and never check out again. You might recommend it to a friend with a mention of the glitches, knowing that something in the plot or story would still appeal to them regardless.

3 Stars — Good. Mostly enjoyable. You made it through and didn’t consider it a waste of time or money. The story was strong enough or the conflict tight enough, so even when the book faltered, it was able to draw you back in and keep you. There’s a chance you’ll recommend it to a friend, but it wouldn’t go on your keeper shelf.

4 Stars — Very Good. You’re glad you were the one who got to review the book. You would probably buy it and would definitely recommend it to your friends. You liked the characters and the plot. The writing style was good and the editing clean.

5 Stars — Great! You would definitely buy this book. You would definitely recommend it to your friends. You really loved the characters and the plot and would consider looking for this authors back list or making her an autobuy. The writing and editing were superb.

LASR Best Book – For a book or story that is truly exceptional. You think about it when you’re not reading it. You wonder what happens to the characters when you finish. You would absolutely buy everything else this author had to offer. The highest praise – and reserved for only a few.

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