Tag: Book Reviews
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Musings for Monday, November 4, 2024, or: A New Workweek Begins for This Novelist!
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Florida, Life in Miami….Again, Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Writing as a CraftMidday/Early Afternoon, Monday, November 4, 2024, Miami, Florida Greetings and salutations, Constant Readers. It’s Monday again, and this being South Florida, it is a muggy and windy late autumn day. Currently, the temperature is 84°F (29°C) under partly sunny conditions. With humidity at 66% and the wind blowing from the east-northeast at 18 MPH (29…
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Writer’s Shop Talk: The Road to Recovering from a Road Trip is Hardly Ever Smooth
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Blogging, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Florida, Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Life in South Florida, Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaLate Morning/Midday, Thursday, October 31, 2024, Miami, Florida Hi there. It’s shortly after 11 AM Eastern on the last day of October 2024. This being South Florida in mid-autumn, it’s warm (82°F/28°C), sunny, and humid. So, for those of you hoping to see a pumpkin freeze, you’re out of luck. According to today’s forecast for…
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Regret About Leaving NH: My Reflections
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Creative Writing, Donating “Reunion: A Story” to the Conway Public Library, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, UncategorizedOn October 2, 2024, a resident of Madison, New Hampshire, reflects on their chilly surroundings and feelings of isolation after nearly ten months. Facing issues with a public assistance tenant and longing for home, they plan to leave in 16 days. They express concern for the fate of their donated book, “Reunion: A Story.”
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Sunday Afternoon Musings in Madison, New Hampshire
Early Afternoon, Sunday, September 29, 2024, Madison, New Hampshire On this delightful early autumn day, the final Sunday of September 2024, I find myself at my writing desk. My post is quite delayed today because I didn’t rise until just before 10 AM. I had briefly been awake around 6 in the morning but decided…
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Donating Books and Finding Joy in Autumn
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Autumn 2024, Blogging, Creative Writing, Donating “Reunion: A Story” to the Conway Public Library, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaOn September 27, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the author reflects on the arrival of autumn while discussing their recent blog post. They express excitement about their book, Reunion: A Story, delivered the previous day, hoping for its inclusion in the Conway Public Library’s collection. Positive reader reviews indicate appreciation for the narrative’s emotional depth…
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A Fine Review by Denise Longrie!
Denise Longrie, a writer/poet, blogger, and reviewer, shares a concise and helpful review of the novella “Reunion: A Story” by Alex Diaz Granados, expressing gratitude for her insights.
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Coping with the Late July Blues: Missing Mom, Celebrating Modest Book Sales, and Evaluating My Novel
The post reflects the author’s reflections on the ninth anniversary of his mother’s passing and his struggle with grief. He shares a personal anecdote and his hopes for his writing career, emphasizing the significance of book sales. The author seeks support for his book, “Reunion: A Story,” and plans to work on “Reunion: Coda.” Additionally,…
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Verses of Yesteryears: A Poetic Pitch
“Reunion: A Story” is the first of a two-book cycle, following Jim Garraty’s journey through love and time at South Miami High. Praised for its emotional pull and well-crafted narrative, this novella entwines love and regret, captivating readers across languages. The forthcoming “Reunion: Coda” promises to continue the captivating tale.
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Reunion: A Story – Nostalgic 1980s Romance Novella | 99¢ Limited Time Offer
This content is about a nostalgic novella titled “Reunion: A Story” by Alex Diaz-Granados. The story revolves around Jim Garraty and his high school crush Marty, exploring themes of love, regret, and friendship. The book is commended for its emotive characters and 1980s nostalgia. There’s also a limited-time discount offer for the Kindle edition.
A Certain Point of View, Too 