Summertime Science Fiction and Fact is the title that popped into my head as I thought about what I wanted to write this week. I’ve found a lot of science fiction books and science articles I want to share. Will I get ten in? Read and find out!
Now here you’ll get a real science fiction book. Or is it fantasy? Or both? It’s author Cindy Tomamichel’s collection of short stories for your reading pleasure.
Your Last Bit of Summertime Science Fiction – Or Fact?
We know Jurassic Park, a science fiction movie, had a Dilophosaurus. How much was fiction and how much is fact? You tell me! On the frontiers of science what is fact and what is fiction changes daily.
Science or Science Fiction? Your first test comes up next. If you know WITHOUT READING THE ARTICLE, just email me and I’ll send you an Audible audiobook. Are you ready? Here we go.
And I’ll send you a free audiobook of your choice.
Little known fact: cuddling up with a book, either ebook, paperback, hardback, or audiobook, reduces your chance of coming down with COVID-19 as long as you read or listen by yourself.
Third’s A Charm – Will This Be Your Winner?
Be careful! This one is tricksy!
Your Fourth for the Money – or Audiobook
More tricksy questions from a horrible hobbit? Ask the elves, they’ll tell you both yes and no.
Five Golden Things – Audiobooks Good as Gold
Your next challenge awaits you. Have you learned how to tell science from science fiction?
Not all of these stories are obviously fiction–or science. What will you write to me? Some of these stories are clearly science. But which ones? And what about the ones that are science fiction talking about science?
Your Last Chance to Decide Science or Science Fiction
Overall 5 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 5 out of 5 stars
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Marie
05-20-20
Attack of the Killer Zombie Turkeys
I reviewed a copy of the audiobook from the author in exchange for my honest review, and here it is. The first book read/ listen from Andy Zach, and I’m totally hooked. can’t wait to hear/ RAF the remaining series. the storyline is very entertaining, and the way they perform (yes perform not read) the book was perfect. Love the sound effects, they just made the story come to life. This story had it all, from killer zombies, love, mystery, and action. it’s a must-read/ hear. I totally recommended it.
Brett Cronier 4.0 out of 5 stars Great Chapter Book Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2020 A story about special needs kids becoming superpowered while still having their special needs. Unique and fast-paced. I love how this is written so children can read and understand it, without complicated themes, yet still placing social prejudices and situations within the storyline. I enjoyed the story very much. Still, I felt that some of the surprises could have used a little more introduction or at least hints beforehand, but it does not take away from the story of friendship and the strong message that everyone is gifted differently. Recommended.
What’s new? All my best links, memes and videos of May. I’ve got them next.
What kind of reviews for you? Perhaps you’re a try before buying kind of guy–or gal. I’ve gotten a bunch of reviews on my books. I’ll give you a free sample of them. Let me know if anything appeals to you.
More News, Reviews – News First
First things first: my favorite Facebook group, the SciFi Roundtable posted this fine image:
Meet dozens of delightful denizens of science fiction and sorcery here, in their noteworthy newsletter.
Did you hear about this science news item? Adjustable solar satellites suitable for intercepting objects:
Next, word is heard from my wonderful illustrator, Sean Patrick “Fuzzy” Flanagan:
Still more Fuzzy art:
The third’s a charm:
More News, Reviews – Your Reviews Are Here
Look what turned up in my Facebook feed:
So happy with my latest purchase!! So I was given the audiobook by Andy in exchange for my review. After listening I had to contact Andy Zach for a signed copy!! It’s hilarious!! The series all started with zombie turkey’s.🤣 I didn’t read book 1 (yet) but didn’t need to. I even played part of the audiobook for my husband. We both laughed till we cried! Andy even added a thank you note. Fabulously fun mail in my box today! Love coming home to books! Thanks for the good laughs Andy!
This very funny tale has it all. There’s peril, adventure, mayhem, even a love story and a happy ending.
I laughed so hard that I occasionally had to stop and go back a few minutes so I could hear what I missed while I was cracking up. There were moments when I had to wipe my eyes, because I was laughing so hard I cried.
I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest opinion.
The Rest of the Blog Tour Here, Beginning Day Three
I was excited to listen to Secret Supers and invited my 8- and 12-year-old to listen along with me. Since we’ve been distance learning the last month or so, we would spend time afterwards listening to this audiobook while eating our lunch together. It was the first time either of them had listened to an audiobook and this was a great one to start them off with.
Secret Supers caught our attention quickly. The storyline kept both my 2nd and 6th grader engaged and excited to listen to it each day. It took us about a week to finish as we listened in 30 minute increments.
Secret Supers is geared towards kids. It’s fun to listen to with them, but the target audience is the tween age group. The storyline is straight to the point and easy to follow. The key characters (Jeremy, Dan, Kayla, and Aubrey) are very relatable. As a parent, I loved that it opened up dialogue with my children on realizing no matter what a person looks like, they all have their own “super power” that should not be disregarded. What I loved even more is that it was my 8-year-old who pointed that out!
Teamwork was another resounding theme. Despite their disabilities and learning their new superpowers, each of the characters came together for a greater good.
Overall, we each gave Secret Supers by Andy Zach two thumbs up! And are hoping this is the beginning of a great series!
Divas With a Purpose – I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
Secret Supers is such a fun story, and it has a great message. I listened with my mid-grade kiddos, one boy and one girl, and they both enjoyed the story. The target audience may be mid-grade kids, but this is the type of story that is entertaining for both kids and adults.
This book is fast-paced and just loads of fun from start to finish, and it has such a positive vibe. The kids each have a different disability, and those disabilities are handled honestly while still keeping an upbeat vibe. I love how their individual super powers gave them what they needed, and the four together complimented each other so well. The kids are all lovable and quirky, and you can’t help but root for their successes and smile when they do succeed.
It’s interesting that the story is narrated by a teenager. In fact, my kiddos noticed it right away and commented about it. It gave them a whole new appreciation for audiobooks, and they’ll both be looking for more stories narrated by Luke Castle. This young man really seems to enjoy himself as he narrates this book, and that certainly comes through. For me, some of the voices were maybe a little over the top, but my tweens had no complaints, and since this is a mid-grade story, I would say that’s the most important thing. They were thoroughly entertained by both Andy Zach’s story and Luke Castle’s performance, and I have to say that the two do go well together.
All in all, Andy Zach has done a terrific job with this book. The story and its characters are a positive force in a world that is all too often focused on the negative, and it all comes together for one entertaining and uplifting listen for kids of all ages.
I received this audiobook as part of my participation in a blog tour. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
