Kelly Jensen

What I’ve Been Reading

After a bit of a slump where I tossed a few and flipped through a few more somewhat forgettable books, I’ve recently hit a patch of really good reads. So of course I’m going to share them. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman This book. Oh my goodness. What a lovely surprise. Nearly theContinueContinue reading “What I’ve Been Reading”

The Apocalypse Interview with Jody Wallace

Jody Wallace has a new book out called Prodigal. It’s the third title in her Maelstrom Chronicles. Because it features an apocalypse and aliens, I wanted to read it. They’re…kinda my thing. Spoiler alert: It’s a very entertaining book! It’s a great blend of apocalypse and aliens, plus action, a sexy romance and a hint of the paranormalContinueContinue reading “The Apocalypse Interview with Jody Wallace”

The Secret History of the World

I have a new reading challenge! (Yes, I know I’ve failed spectacularly at every reading challenge I’ve ever tried, but this one is different. You’ll see!) The fast majority of F. Paul Wilson’s books deal with what he calls ‘The Secret History of the World.’ I first stumbled into this secret history in 1985 whenContinueContinue reading “The Secret History of the World”

Review: Looking for Group by Alexis Hall

I haven’t been reviewing as much for SFCrowsnest this year. Too busy writing all the things. This one really is my kind of book, though, so I wanted to share my review here. Alexis Hall is one of my favourite authors. His Prosperity series is some of the best and weirdest steampunk I’ve ever read. He’sContinueContinue reading “Review: Looking for Group by Alexis Hall”

Flash Fiction: “Kissing Cherries” and “The Song”

Here are couple more of my contributions to the Monday Flash Fics group on Facebook. These stories and more can be read on my flash fiction Tumblr. Kissing Cherries “Thy lips, those kissing cherries, tempting grow! That pure congealèd white, high Taurus’ snow…” Again, I faltered. It was the word congealed. Generally, I enjoyed the fun ShakespeareContinueContinue reading “Flash Fiction: “Kissing Cherries” and “The Song””