Sunday, May 19, 2024

{Sunday Post} — Extinction, This Side of Hell, and The Shadow: Gray Fist

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{Sunday Post} — Extinction, This Side of Hell, and The Shadow: Gray Fist


My Current Reads 


What am I reading? That's a great question. I finished reading V.C. Andrews's Chasing Endless Summer on Wednesday, and on Thursday night, I read Creepers: Mirror, Mirror by Edgar J. Hyde. (That's has to be a pen name!) I placed a bookmark inside Douglas Preston's Extinction (an ARC) and another inside a library loan, Star Wars: The Living Force by John Jackson Miller, so either one will probably be my next read. I have one other library loan, Argylle by Elly Conway (a penname for Terry Hayes and Tammy Cohen), and two other review reads, Mark Greaney's The Chaos Agent and Anne Hillerman's Lost Birds, that I need to get to soon. 
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Friday, May 17, 2024

{Book Blogger Hop} — Collector or Hoarder

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{Book Blogger Hop} — Collector or Hoarder



Welcome to the Book Blogger Hop!


To plan the post for next week in advance, go here for upcoming prompts. You must complete this form to submit a prompt. 

 

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What To Do


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Do you consider yourself book collector or a book hoarder?

Submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer.


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Friday, May 10, 2024

[Music Review] —Anne Wilson's REBEL {Giveaway}

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[Music Review] —Anne Wilson's REBEL {Giveaway}

PLATINUM-certified, GRAMMY-nominated artist and songwriter Anne Wilson is back with her s sophomore album, REBEL, featuring 16 brand-new songs. 

Anne Wilson is a rising star in the music industry. Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, she is known for her exceptional voice and relatable storytelling. Her latest album, REBEL, is a blend of modern Christian music and country, featuring her hit songs "Rain in the Rearview" and "Strong." The album is a testament to her faith and has been well-received by audiences worldwide, with over 900 million streams. Anne's debut album, My Jesus, was also a huge success, with the title track reaching the top of the Billboard Christian Airplay chart and earning a platinum certification. She has already made waves in the industry, appearing on TODAY and ACM Honors, and has been nominated for a CMT Music Award and a Billboard Music Award. With her unapologetic approach to her craft, Anne is a force to be reckoned with and has been named one of Spotify's Hot Country Artists to Watch, CMT's Next Women of Country, and a 2024 Opry NextStage Artist. Despite her success, Anne remains grounded in her faith and her love for country music. She believes that the two can be beautifully combined to create something truly special.

Anne Wilson founded Hey Girl Nation, a non-profit movement that empowers girls and women of all ages based on their identity in Christ. She aspires to serve as a positive role model for girls who need one. In today's culture, it's rare to see wholesome principles reflected.

Tickets for Anne Wilson's The REBEL Tour with Jordan Rowe are currently on sale. The tour will take place on 28 US dates in Fall 2024. 


REBEL Album Track List:

  1. “REBEL” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  2. “Rain in the Rearview” (Anne Wilson, Matthew West, Zach Kale, Jaren Johnston)
  3. “Strong” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  4. "God & Country” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Trannie Anderson)
  5. “Praying Woman” (with Lainey Wilson) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lainey Wilson, Trannie Anderson)
  6. “Songs About Whiskey” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  7. “Sinner's Prayer” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  8. “The Cross” (with Chris Tomlin) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Jonathan Smith)
  9. “My Father's Daughter” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Emily Weisband)
  10. “Red Flag” (Anne Wilson, Jonathan Smith, Casey Beathard)
  11. “Country Gold” (with Jordan Davis) (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  12. “Southern Gospel” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West, Lauren Hungate)
  13. “Dirt Roads in Heaven” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Nicolle Galyon, Matthew West)
  14. “3:16” (Anne Wilson, Jeff Pardo, Matthew West)
  15. "Milestones" (Anne Wilson, Nicolle Galyon, Lauren Hungate)
  16. "Out of the Bluegrass" (Anne Wilson, Nicolle Galyon, Emily Weisband)


Billy's Thoughts

I usually don't write reviews for music albums because music is subjective, and everyone perceives it differently. For me, music helps me meditate and temporarily soothes my worries and troubles. Although I'm not a big fan of country music, I've watched a few music videos by Anne Wilson on YouTube and really liked her voice. Her REBEL album has a total of sixteen tracks and has a more '90s vibe than the current modern country genre. However, that doesn't mean it's bad because, as I mentioned earlier, I am not fond of country music from the last two decades.

As for my favorite song from the REBEL album, I absolutely love all the songs, but a few stood out for me. "Rain in the Rearview" is a powerful song; "Songs About Whiskey" has catchy lyrics; and "3:16" has a great tune and meaningful messages.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Anne Wilson's REBEL album. It's a beautiful album that blends Christian and country music. Each song in the album has a related tagline and bible verse because they were inspired by the question, "What does it mean to be a rebel in the world we live in today?" ╌★★★★★


Giveaway Details


  • Prize: Anne Wilson's REBEL-signed CD 
  •  1 Winner  
  • Limited to US winners only
  • Ends May 15, 2024
  • How to enter: To enter for the chance to win an Anne Wilson REBEL-signed CD, participants must Create a post on social media that uses or tags any song from Anne Wilson’s album, REBEL. Post must include #REBELAnneWilson. Posts can be on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube Shorts, or TikTok. Entrants will include or submit their post link via a field on the giveaway entry form, in addition to providing any necessary information the giveaway administrator requires (i.e., name, email, country, mailing address, etc.)


Anne Wilson REBEL Signed CD
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{Book Blogger Hop} — Enlightening or Comforting Books

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{Book Blogger Hop} — Enlightening or Comforting Books



Welcome to the Book Blogger Hop!


To plan the post for next week in advance, go here for upcoming prompts. You must complete this form to submit a prompt. 

 

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What To Do


1. Post your response to the question. 



May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Are there any books with themes or characters dealing with issues related to mental health that you have found to be enlightening or comforting?

Submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer.


2. In the linky list widget, enter your name or nickname @ Blog Name and the direct URL to your post answering this week's question. Here's an example: Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer

 

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024

[Review] — Taylor Moore's "RICOCHET" is a Solid, Thrilling Read

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[Review] — Taylor Moore's "RICOCHET" is a Solid, Thrilling Read

It's been about two years since I first stumbled upon Taylor Moore's Down Range on paperback. I'm always skeptical about new authors—especially when I've heard nothing about their debut novel—but I put aside my doubts, and read Down Range and enjoyed it. I must not be the only reader who liked because the third sequel, Cold Trail, is coming out in September. A review copy of RICOCHET, the third book in the series, was sent to me many months ago—last fall. Yeah, I know. I need to work on my procrastination issues. Technically, I did read the book twice, if that means anything.
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Friday, May 3, 2024

{Book Blogger Hop} — Fresh Beginnings

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{Book Blogger Hop} — Fresh Beginnings



Welcome to the Book Blogger Hop!


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May is the month of new beginnings or fresh starts. Could you suggest a book with themes about growth, renewal, or personal transformation?

Submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer.


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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

{Giveaway} — $10 Amazon Gift Card

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{Giveaway} — $10 Amazon Gift Card


In the movie Unsung Hero, David Smallbone relocates his family from Australia to the US in pursuit of a better future after his lucrative music business fails. Rebuilding their lives from the bottom up, David (for King + Country's Joel Smallbone) and his pregnant wife Helen (Daisy Betts) had nothing but their six children, their bags, and their passion for music. Based on a wonderful true incident, the story shows how a mother's faith perseveres in the face of adversity, encouraging her husband and kids to do the same. Learn about showing dates at tickets.unsunghero.movie/.
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Tuesday, April 30, 2024

[Review] — Tom Clancy's "COMMAND and CONTROL" is a By-the-Book Jack Ryan Thriller

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[Review] — Tom Clancy's "COMMAND and CONTROL" is a By-the-Book Jack Ryan Thriller

I've noticed many readers are confused about the authorship of the newest Jack Ryan thriller, COMMAND and CONTROL (Available to buy on *Amazon.com). Although novelist Tom Clancy passed away over ten years ago in 2013, his name is still prominently displayed on the book cover, which can be misleading. Marc Cameron is the book's author, and his name is located at the bottom of the cover in smaller print, right under the book's title. There's also an author bio on the back flap of the book jacket that states that Tom Clancy died in 2013, so there's no excuse for not knowing of Clancy's demise. 
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Friday, April 26, 2024

[Review] — "UNSUNG HERO" is a Heartwarming True Story

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[Review] — "UNSUNG HERO" is a Heartwarming True Story

Today, April 26th, a powerful Christian drama called UNSUNG HERO is now showing in theaters. It tells the true story of the for King + Country family. You can purchase tickets at tickets.unsunghero.movie.
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{Book Blogger Hop} — To Read or To Stream

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{Book Blogger Hop} — To Read or To Stream



Welcome to the Book Blogger Hop!


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You are in a dilemma: stream your favorite TV show or movie, or read your favorite book. Which one do you pick?

Submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer.


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