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Embark on an unforgettable journey to Poenari Castle, where you can conquer 1,480 concrete steps and immerse yourself in the rich history of Wallachia. This historic fortress, built by Vlad III of Wallachia, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue. Explore the castle’s ancient ruins and uncover its legendary association with Vlad the Impaler. Continue reading Dracula’s Lair
As summer draws to a close and fall begins its uncertain advance to cooler days, evenings of fireside reading with a hot cup of tea at hand grow more frequent. There are quite a few books debuting this month (or some that launched at the end of August). I’ve added some to my To Be Read list; a list that grows longer daily. I’ve chosen a few to … Continue reading September Book News (Part Two)
As an avid cruiser, I couldn’t resist reading a book with the delightful title Killer Cruise. Add to that, it was written by author Marilyn Baron, one of my favorite writers, and it was almost pre-destined I would dive into the story. This was my introduction to the psychic detectives of the “psychic crystal” series. Jack Hale, a former Atlanta police detective, and … Continue reading “Killer Cruise” by Marilyn Baron
I confess, Halloween is my favorite holiday. I love the costumes, the decorations, the imagination, and the silliness of pumpkin decorating, haunted houses, corn mazes, and treats salty and sweet. It’s a time to enjoy fantasy, being scared, spooky stories, bonfires, and parties. There are books, by both indie writers and writers that have publishing houses behind them, that I turn to during the Halloween … Continue reading Great Halloween Reads
Emely’s Destiny By Ariel Marie Cover by Ariel Marie Release Date: August 20, 2016 Book Blurb: Norrix Buchner’s loyalty knew no boundaries. As a king’s guard and one of the deadliest vampires, he was sworn to remain true to his king. In the absence of his king, he led the king’s guard in protecting and providing a safe refuge for displaced vampires. Now … Continue reading Emely’s Destiny
In her young adult novella, Shifting in the Realms, Theresa Snyder created a “realm” or alternate dimension where paranormal beings exist. Vampires, shapeshifters, and an assortment of other mythical creatures live together in less than harmony. Setting this hidden location somewhere between the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul the area is called The Realms by its inhabitants. The primary protagonist is a teenage … Continue reading Shifting in The Realms (The Twin Cities Series Book 1) By Theresa Snyder
I have quite a few movies I consider my favorites; “To Kill a Mockingbird”, “The Untouchables”, “JFK”, “Legends of the Fall”, “Tombstone”, “A River Runs Through It”,and “Last of the Mohicans”, to name a few. High on the list is Francis Ford Coppola’s take on “Bram Stoker’s Dracula”. Far from being a horror movie this has always struck me as a tragic love story. I … Continue reading “Bram Stoker’s Dracula” a Francis Ford Coppola Film
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