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The Books I read that were Written by Women

In 2023, I read 173 books written by women across a range of genres and audiences and age groups, and many of these were review books or books that I reviewed throughout the year. I made the effort to be as diverse as possible – whether this was the story, the author, or the characters… Continue reading The Books I read that were Written by Women

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Blog Tour: Let’s Go Shopping, Grandma! by Sharon Giltrow

Title: Let’s Go Shopping, Grandma! Author: Sharon Giltrow Genre: Fiction Publisher: Dixi Books Published: 1st September 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 28 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Taking Grandma shopping can be tricky! She will dawdle to the bus, ask to push the trolley and plead for chocolate. But with cuddles, a few deep breaths and a piggy… Continue reading Blog Tour: Let’s Go Shopping, Grandma! by Sharon Giltrow

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Blog Tour: Get Ready, Mama! by Sharon Giltrow and Arielle Li

Title: Get Ready, Mama! Author: Sharon Giltrow and Arielle Li Genre: Fiction Publisher: EK Books Published: 1st April 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Even the most reluctant risers will find the fun in the morning routine with this lively role-reversal story about a mama who just doesn’t want to get ready! Getting… Continue reading Blog Tour: Get Ready, Mama! by Sharon Giltrow and Arielle Li