Category Archives: Book reading

July 5, 2021 · 8:30 am

Diana’s July Book Review ~ Keepers by Cheryl Burman

Why did I choose this book?

I was drawn to Keepers because:

  • I enjoy historical fiction
  • I was excited to read a novel set in Australia, especially about the same time my uncle and his family moved there from the UK

Did you feel empathy with any particular character?

Oh yes. I loved the idea that Raine tried to continue her struggle with life in her ramshackle home, distant from the town. Her resilience and determination to keep independent made me warm to her. She was not tempted to take the easy options, whether it be coping with life or who to share her life with.

Is there a lasting thought or memory of the book which remains with you?

The last few chapters ~ Love drove Raine to ignore the dangers and warning signs but just go for it!

Keepers was a gripping read. Most enjoyable!

Available on Amazon

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June 21, 2021 · 8:20 am

Facebook Book Release Day ~ 25th June 2021

COUNTDOWN ~ 50 BOOKS TO GIVEAWAY!

‘Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself’ by Diana Jackson

https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDianaJackson/

8.30 am LET’S SHARE THE BEST ADVICE WE CAN GIVE HERE

In one sentence ~What is the best advice you can give a young person at the moment, someone who needs a bit of encouragement? A free copy will be sent to be best answer.

10.30 am WHO DESERVES A FREE BOOK OF ENCOURAGEMENT

Tell me one good reason, without naming the person you are thinking about, why a young person or school leaver you know should be given a gift of ‘Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself’

Two free copies will wing their way the answers which I find most moving.

12.30 pm WHO NEEDS A WARMING CUPPA IN A SPECIAL MUG

Since it is lunch time, I will have two ‘Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself’ mugs to give away if you answer the question:

“What is the wackiest thing you’ve done to cheer yourself up in your life recently? (Suggestion suitable for public viewing and for a YA!) Ideas for a Young Adult, school or college leaver.

Mine was to climb a mountain!

4.00 pm POSITIVE AFFIRMATION AS AN ENCOURAGEMENT TO OTHERS

And finally…

Without naming the young person or school leaver you have in mind, tell me some great things young people in your lives have been doing through this pandemic.

Two free book ‘Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself’ which maybe the person you have in mind would like to give to a friend of theirs!

COUNTDOWN 5 BOOK GIVEN AWAY ~ 45 TO GO!

IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DESERVES ONE OF THEM THE DO SEND ME AN EMAIL

diana@dianamaryjackson.co.uk

but don’t forget to tell me why you think they deserve it. (without naming them!)

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June 14, 2021 · 8:13 am

Alternative Book Launch

I have planned an alternative book launch. Why?

  • I am not sure that a face to face launch is appropriate and so have looked at alternatives.
  • The book I am launching is a paperback only at the moment.
  • The target audience to buy the book is different to the target audience to read. (more about that shortly)
  • It is a gift book.
  • It is a way of giving back and trying to support young adults.

Giveaway

Firstly I will GIVEAWAY the first 50 books.

If you would like a free copy and you live in the UK please click on my contact page and send me a message as to why you would like a book and a short sentence or phrase about the person you are giving it to (not the name).

I am thrilled that The Healing Paths of Fife raised nearly £700 for local charities, but since Search for the Pearl Inside Yourself is a gift book aimed to reach out to young adults who need a boost to their self esteem, I would prefer to give the first 50 away.

Facebook

I will have a day of activities on my Facebook Pages on launch day, 25th June. More details on Monday 21st on this blog and on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DianaJacksonauthor

This will include givaways, quiz questions and mugs to win. Also links to useful sites.

Press

Eventispress will be writing to local press. I’ll report back as to how that goes. Having enjoyed quite a bit of coverage down in Bedfordshire (local radio stations too) several years ago we’ll approach here in Fife too.

Zoom

There will be a zoom night on Monday 5th July for invited guests. Yet again I will report back on how this goes. If you would like to be invited then please let me know: diana@dianamaryjackson.co.uk

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