Tag Archives: Non-fiction review

Review: I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jeannette McCurdy

Posted on May 21, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t read nearly enough memoirs. That being said, Jeannette McCurdy’s autobiography (I’m Glad My Mom Died) is one of those rare books that got my attention and made me desperate to read it. I’ll admit that part of this stems from my days of loving iCarly. But mostly? I think it’s important to read about (and understand) the cost and pain that many child stars struggle with. Continue reading →

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Review: Funny Farm by Laurie Zaleski

Posted on December 4, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

I’ll admit that I’m pretty trash about reading non-fiction novels. I’d love to change that, but I get distracted by yet another fantasy series every time I make that promise. Yet, there was something about Funny Farm that called to me. I’m confident it was the animal element, being a pet lover myself. Continue reading →

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Review: The Darkest Glare by Chip Jacobs

Posted on August 21, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Darkest Glare, written by Chip Jacobs is a true crime novel, one that, as the title promises, is full of murder, blackmail, and so much more. Continue reading →

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Review: The Heroine’s Journey by Gail Carriger

Posted on March 27, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Gail Carriger has gone ahead and written another fascinating novel, however, this time around there’s a bit of a twist. The Heroine’s Journey: For Writers, Readers, and Fans of Pop Culture is a more informative read, yet one you’re not going to want to miss out on. Continue reading →

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Review: A Marvelous Life: The Amazing Story of Stan Lee by Danny Fingeroth

Posted on June 6, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Author: Danny Fingeroth Publisher: St. Martin’s Press Released: November 5th, 2019 Received: NetGalley Rating: I received a copy of A Marvelous Life through NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. A Marvelous Life by Danny Fingeroth is a … Continue reading →

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Stealing the Show: How Women Are Revolutionizing Television by Joy Press

Posted on February 20, 2018 by Liz (AKA Cat)

  Publisher: Atria Books Release: March 6 2018 Received: NetGalley Rating:    I received an advanced copy of Stealing the Show: How Women Are Revolutionizing Television by Joy Press from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.   … Continue reading →

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Rescued: What Second-Chance Dogs Teach Us about living with Purpose, Loving with Abandon, and Finding Joy in the Little Things by Peter Zheutlin

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Liz (AKA Cat)

  Publisher: TarcherPerigree Release: October 3rd 2017 Received: Penguin Read it First Rating:    I received an advanced copy of Rescued: What Second-Chance Dogs Teach Us about living with Purpose, Loving with Abandon, and Finding Joy in the Little Things … Continue reading →

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