Tag Archives: genres

Has the Pandemic influenced the genres you read? #TuesdayBookBlog #bookbloggers #genres

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Fictionophile

The pandemic has affected us all in myriad ways. In addition to the illness itself it has changed how we all live our lives, work, interact with others, and conduct our day-to-day activities. But has it changed your reading habits? … Continue reading →

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It’s all academic! (fiction with academic settings)

Posted on September 2, 2018 by Fictionophile

It is that time of year again. Schools and colleges are starting a new year. For this post, I thought I’d share with you some of the titles I’ve enjoyed over the years that have academic settings AND some of … Continue reading →

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“Up-Lit” – What is it? and why do we like it?

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Fictionophile

‘Up Lit’ is the new literary buzz word, described as a trend for books with an emphasis on empathy, books that are uplifting and life-affirming, and which explore themes of family bonds and the human spirit. These types of novels … Continue reading →

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Book mail from the brilliant Annie Daylon!

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Fictionophile

I have just returned home from a twelve day road trip (we drove 6,232 km.) and I was delighted to have this wonderful package in my mailbox. I found not one, but two of Annie Daylon’s novels with wonderful inscriptions … Continue reading →

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Genre fatigue – It’s a ‘thing’

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Fictionophile

Anyone who knows me and has been following this blog for a while KNOWS I love thrillers.  I do, I really do. But… lately I’ve become weary of them. GASP! GULP!  That is not to say that I no longer … Continue reading →

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“Stray Bullets” by Robert Rotenberg – Book Review

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Fictionophile

In just a split-second an event can take place which impacts myriad lives. Not a profound premise perhaps, but all too true nonetheless. The novel “Stray Bullets” exemplifies this premise with a case that draws the reader to know more. … Continue reading →

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WHO reads mysteries?

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Fictionophile

Did you ever wonder just exactly WHO reads mysteries? I found a fascinating report compiled by Sisters in Crime that sheds some light on just WHO reads mysteries. On page 4 of this report you will find that they polled … Continue reading →

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