The Scars of Gaia by R.P. Lauer

★★★★★ The Scars of Gaia by R.P. Lauer This dystopian sci-fi novel focuses on the relationship between James, a merchant from Deice, and Claire, a botanist from Acumen. These two nations, which are part of the world of Gaia, have dramatically different values. Deice prizes power and physical strength, while Acumen cares only about knowledge … Continue reading The Scars of Gaia by R.P. Lauer

The Abandoned House by Karen Louise Hollis

★★★★☆ Every house has a story. That’s one of the reasons I like photographing abandoned houses so much. The broken windows, chipped paint, and overgrown yards always make me wonder what the house was like in its glory days. So, when author Karen Louise Hollis offered me the chance to read her new novella focused on an abandoned house, I could hardly wait to dive in.