Category Archives: August 2014

Liv Thomas Knows Two Heads Are Better Than One

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Several months ago I read a heartwarming and engaging novel, Beneath An Irish Sky, and I enjoyed its fresh take on Irish society and life. The novel is written under the pen name Isabella Connor. Isabella is actually two authors, … Continue reading →

Posted in August 2014 | Tagged An Irish Promise, Beneath An Irish Sky, Choc-Lit Publishing, contemporary fiction, Irish fiction, Irish travellers, Isabella Connor, Liv Thomas, Val Otaneanu | 2 Comments

Without A Word Of A Lie, I Loved Lies Told In Silence

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Recently I had the pleasure of reading Lies Told In Silence by M.K. Tod. It’s a well written, poignant novel and as I read I lost myself in the story, not even bothering to make notes for my Historical Fiction … Continue reading →

Posted in August 2014 | Tagged Canadian fiction, historical fiction. World War I, LIes Told In Silence, M. K. Tod, war fiction | 3 Comments

Zeus of Ithome: Step Into The Ancient World

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Dianne Ascroft

Today we’re stepping back into the ancient world. I’ve invited Tim Taylor, author of Zeus of Ithome, to visit Ascroft, eh? to tell us a little about his novel. You’re very welcome here, Tim. Let’s get started, shall we? Tell … Continue reading →