Take a Front-Row Seat in the Publishing Process | Join the Deanna’s World Typo Hunter Team

I’ve always believed that for every beautiful story, there is a meticulous set of eyes that helped it get there. Whether you’re the person who can’t help but spot a typo on a restaurant menu or someone who catches a lingering error in a best-seller, I see you—and I cherish that eagle-eyed nature. I built this community on a deep passion for books, and today, I’m inviting you to take a front-row seat in the final stage of the creative process.

Around the World 175 Times with Gill the Literary Nomad

I’ve always said that reading is my ultimate escape, but y’all, I think Reader Gill might have actually figured out how to fold time and space. I was looking over her 2025 reading logs (she sends them to me every month, for which I am very grateful) and I was very suitably impressed. 175 books in a single year!

2025 Reflections and 2026 Roadmap. Navigating the Zigs and Zags of Publishing

Happy New Year!!

Well, it’s the end of 2025 and the start of 2026, and today, as I write this, the end of the year is looming. I plan to post this on January 1st, and hopefully, I am organised enough to get it done in time. 2025 has been a very eventful year, so this is going to be a long one. Hang tight, grab a cup of coffee or your beverage of choice, and kick back. There’s a lot to cover.

What Deanna Read #112: November & December 2025

Today is December 30th and I'm just sneaking in with what I've read for November. And since I'm not likely to read and finish another book till next year (which is only two days away), I thought I'd include December's reading list here as well. And the reality is, since I was trying to get through a lot of end of year work, there wasn't a lot of pleasure reading for me. Plus I struggled to find books that were engaging enough to switch off my editor brain.

Here's what I read in the last month.

ARCs from Deanna's World for the holidays | Dystopian Science Fantasy, Thriller, Romantic Suspense

Hello, team!

It is time for our final batch of Advance Reader Copies for 2025, and I am so excited to share these stories with you before I head into my annual break. While I am officially stepping away until January 12 to catch up on some much-needed business tasks and enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch with dear friends, the ARC team never truly sleeps. This month is a little bit of a departure from our usual schedule, as we are venturing outside of the pure romance genre. While I know most of us are romance-first readers, I still believe a great story is made even better with a romantic subplot, so I have selected these specifically because they offer that perfect blend of high-stakes tension and emotional heart.

Our December offerings include two very special books from our own Deanna’s World author, Ann Hosler, as she refreshes her Runebound Earth series. These dystopian science fantasy titles are joined by a gripping technical thriller and a high-heat military romantic suspense. Because we are exploring some heavier themes this month—including technical espionage and deep explorations of PTSD—I want to remind everyone to take a close look at the content warnings for each title. Whether you are in the mood for a "smart" heist or a second-chance love story that feels like Top Gun with extra soul, there is something here to keep your e-readers busy while I’m off the clock.

I want to wish you all a wonderful Christmas if you celebrate it, and a restful, happy holiday season regardless of your traditions. Thank you for being such an integral part of this community and for supporting these authors as they bring their worlds to life. I am already looking forward to everything we have planned for 2026, but for now, I am ready to trade my editing notes for a glass of something festive and some quality time with loved ones. Happy reading, and I will see you all in the New Year!

If you are an author and would like to submit your book for review consideration, click here.

Our Book Club Dines Out on Stanley Tucci. A Recap Served Hot (and with a Side of Controversy!)

I know, I know. My ability to remain consistent with my posting ebbs and flows. Believe me when I say that it is not my intention. I truly had the best of intentions, but this year, my health has been kicking me in the butt and growing older is no joke. But... you're not here for that.

I’m trying something a little different with this new series, so bear with me! Many of you know Deanna's World for its focus on the publishing industry, writing insights, and book-related topics. Lately, I’ve felt the itch to stretch my writing chops in a new direction and bring some fresh variety to what you find here – something purely for the enjoyment of it.

I’m a member of a wonderfully spirited local book club that gathers monthly at a book cafe in town. We choose a book, and the next month, we unpack it with gusto. The conversations are… well, you’re about to find out!

So, to share a slice of that enjoyment and offer a different flavor of writing from my corner, consider this your invitation. Here’s a look at our (not so) recent, rather animated, discussion that's only slightly exaggerated…

The 6% Rule | A Data-Driven Case for Why Reader Loyalty Can't Be Faked

There’s a question I get asked in my inbox at least once a week: a reader, staring at their overflowing Kindle library with a mix of excitement and dread, wondering how on earth they’re supposed to choose what to read next. I smile every time because I get it. I really do. My own Kindle library had become a digital swamp of good intentions. It was a chaotic collection of books downloaded on a whim from a BookTok video, a "must-read" recommendation in a reader group, or an ad that was just too tempting to ignore.