<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Provides ebooks, reviews, writing workshops, and writing advice/coaching ]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:46:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Dashing December Giveaway Hop (Dec 16 - 31)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ready for another fabulous bookish hop! This one is bringing all the cozy, festive, dashing December vibes! ❄️ Welcome to the Dashing December Giveaway Hop, hosted by MamatheFox  and Mom Does Reviews ! From December 16 - 31, dozens of bloggers are celebrating the holidays, good books, and great coffee (or tea, if that’s your vibe) with fun prizes and giveaways. This dashing season, I’m giving away a $10 Amazon eGift Card  or a choice of one of the books listed below to one lucky winner!...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/dashing-december-giveaway-hop-dec-16-31</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693dc9804d460e393c5cdfa6</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog Hop Giveaways]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:00:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_f7656bf11cc647c0bb5d5f6ea6255374~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_804,h_804,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Essential Tips for Landing Book Reviews That Will Boost Your Book Sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[When I first held my debut book in my hands, Ask the Girl , I thought the hardest part was over. (Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.) Writing the book was only half the battle—getting it seen  was the real quest. As an author published by a small press, I quickly discovered that marketing isn’t just about luck or algorithms—it’s about strategy, persistence, and connecting with readers who genuinely care about your story. Book reviews became my lifeline. They built credibility, boosted visibility,...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/10-essential-tips-for-landing-book-reviews-that-will-boost-your-book-sales</link><guid isPermaLink="false">66d5d7f910ab04daffff7407</guid><category><![CDATA[Advice for Authors]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:00:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_7fb7fbceb65141968b5b7a0950913fe5~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baking Up Magic and Mayhem: A Cozy Dive into Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate by Marisa Churchill]]></title><description><![CDATA[If  The Great British Bake Off  collided with Harry Potter , you’d end up with something a lot like Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate —a sweet and spellbinding debut from Marisa Churchill that mixes magical education with culinary charm. Though it falls in that elusive space between middle-grade and young adult fiction, it offers an enjoyable blend of cozy magic, heartwarming themes, and fast-paced twists. Thank you to the author and Page Street YA for the book and my honest review. Book tour...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/baking-up-magic-and-mayhem-a-cozy-dive-into-secrets-spells-and-chocolate-by-marisa-churchill</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693d901540218b721c734ccb</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:23:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_5195991fee5f4a51a5eb2a0b666ae87d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Heartwarming Holiday Books That Celebrate Friendship, Fitting In &#38; the Spirit of the Season ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking for that perfect mix of holiday cheer, meaningful stories, and lovable characters to cozy up with this winter? Whether you're introducing your child to timeless classics or discovering new favorites, these five winter-themed and holiday books all carry heartfelt messages of inclusion, friendship, and the true meaning of the holidays. Some have been cherished for generations, while others are brand-new—but all of them will leave you and your child smiling long after the snow melts....]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/5-heartwarming-holiday-books-that-celebrate-friendship-fitting-in-the-spirit-of-the-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693c135938266d8ba6238676</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:01:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_ddd13fb5cc754649ad7cd8f34edee3f2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soaring Start, Uneven Landing: A Review of "Boy With Wings" by Mark Mustian]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some stories begin with such rich promise that you can’t help but be pulled in right away—and that was exactly my experience with Boy With Wings  by Mark Mustian. Published by Koehler Books and featured on tour with iRead Book Tours , this novel starts off as a beautifully tragic tale of otherness, survival, and a mother’s fierce protection. But despite the strong beginning, the story lost its way for me somewhere in the middle, and by the end, I found myself detached from the characters I’d...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/soaring-start-uneven-landing-a-review-of-boy-with-wings-by-mark-mustian</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69399f5c122b31d338b77042</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:44:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_875929cb16484806aae083d7a685d8f2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["The Thieves’ Carousel" Review: A Heist with Heart, But Missing the Hustle]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you love stories with complex friendships, underground rebellion, and magical intrigue, The Thieves’ Carousel  by Briana Chen might catch your eye. Published by Z-Choice International and featured on a tour sponsored by iRead Book Tours , this fantasy adventure has the bones of something great—but unfortunately, it stumbles when it comes to momentum and clarity. Set in a richly imagined city ruled by a web of power-hungry elites, The Thieves’ Carousel  introduces us to Lyo and Jasper—two...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/the-thieves-carousel-review-a-heist-with-heart-but-missing-the-hustle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6938226df80fdf1d77218f2d</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:42:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_d93f7929e5f4486c906bde840c444904~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Book Spotlight: "Mommy Is Here! After a Long Day at the Hospital" by Nathalie P. Suarez Moscoso + Author Interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, I’m so excited to feature a truly heartwarming children’s picture book that celebrates love, resilience, and the special bond between working parents and their little ones. Mommy Is Here! After a Long Day at the Hospital , written by Nathalie P. Suarez Moscoso and beautifully illustrated by Edison Cano Cevallos, is a gentle and touching bedtime story that will resonate with families everywhere — especially those with parents in the medical field. Published by Stat Parenting  and...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/book-spotlight-mommy-is-here-by-nathalie-p-suarez-moscoso-author-interview</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693196314a313d7af560efc8</guid><category><![CDATA[Interview]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:37:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_5a8f175479f54c778044d27a39983f66~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fast-Paced Crime, But Too Fast for Depth – A FATE WORSE THAN DEATH by Britt Lind]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Snappy Mystery with a Strong Female Lead — But It Leaves You Wanting More In A FATE WORSE THAN DEATH, author Britt Lind introduces readers to a fierce and capable homicide detective named Rosemaria Baker. A mix of streetwise cop and emotionally scarred daughter, Rosemaria is a compelling character—at least, she has all the makings of one. Published by Bublish and part of a book tour with iRead Book Tours, this adult mystery/thriller clocks in at just 118 pages, and that’s where some of the...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/fast-paced-crime-but-too-fast-for-depth-a-fate-worse-than-death-by-britt-lind</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69318995a7a4d87bcf12dca4</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:36:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_0cc0827970d648d3bc29e4a56399ac08~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holly Jolly Giveaway Hop (Dec 1–15)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ready for another fabulous bookish hop! This one is bringing all the cozy, festive, Holly Jolly vibes! ❄️ Welcome to the Holly Jolly Giveaway Hop, hosted by MamatheFox  and Mom Does Reviews ! From December 1–15, dozens of bloggers are celebrating the holidays, good books, and great coffee (or tea, if that’s your vibe) with fun prizes and giveaways. This Holly Jolly season, I’m giving away a $10 Amazon eGift Card  or a choice of one of the books listed below to one lucky winner! Whether you...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/holly-jolly-giveaway-hop-dec-1-15</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6929eb41a20c8b33b264c830</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog Hop Giveaways]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:00:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_62e8d185bbcc40738be50cd7ca3b56b1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_804,h_804,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rich, Dangerous, and Slightly Forced: "Avarice" by Britt Lind Turns Up the Heat in Hollywood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hollywood is all smoke, mirrors, and murder in Britt Lind’s newest thriller, Avarice . If you're into high-stakes drama, suspiciously wealthy characters, and a romantic duo that can’t seem to catch a break (or a date night), this might just be your next weekend binge. In Avarice , we return to the world of Rosemaria Baker—a tough, no-nonsense ex-cop turned prosecutor whose idea of a vacation apparently includes dodging bullets. Her partner-in-danger (and love interest), Josh Sibley, a...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/rich-dangerous-and-slightly-forced-avarice-by-britt-lind-turns-up-the-heat-in-hollywood</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69270c30e4b8554da15028a2</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:35:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_7362e51cda40495ba47e39dfa8b8ae21~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_933,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Courtroom to Chaos: "Malevolence" by Britt Lind Brings the Heat in This Gripping Hollywood Mystery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mystery lovers, buckle up— Malevolence (A Hollywood Mystery)  by Britt Lind delivers a compelling ride through the underbelly of Hollywood, fueled by political drama, personal stakes, and a protagonist who’s really come into her own. Published by Bublish and featured on iRead Book Tours , this second installment in the series not only improves upon its predecessor (Deception) but makes a strong case for being the true start of the saga. Thank you to the author for the book and my honest...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/from-courtroom-to-chaos-malevolence-by-britt-lind-brings-the-heat-in-this-gripping-hollywood-myst</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691dfea74380ae0a50880b6b</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:44:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_29d8a20f490042368b7010e8cdf3004b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secrets, Stars &#38; Slow Burns: A Review of DECEPTION (A Hollywood Mystery) by Britt Lind]]></title><description><![CDATA[Step into the shadows of the glittering city of stars, where nothing is what it seems and everyone’s hiding something. Britt Lind’s DECEPTION (A Hollywood Mystery)  pulls back the velvet curtain on fame, desire, and deception in a city that thrives on illusion. Published by Bublish, this adult mystery/thriller clocks in at 281 pages and promises a tangled web of lust, lies, and murder. Thank you to the author for the book and my honest review. This tour is brought to you by iRead Book Tours ....]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/secrets-stars-slow-burns-a-review-of-deception-a-hollywood-mystery-by-britt-lind</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69147a88a1d0fbff59627678</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:38:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_469e0a83c8b1474aaafdbd47a1586be3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myth, Monsters, and Motherhood: A Review of "Beautiful Brutal Bodies" by Linda Cheng]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the very first page, "Beautiful Brutal Bodies" had me hooked — not just because of the eerie, skin-crawling atmosphere or the feral fairytale vibes, but because Linda Cheng has crafted a story that’s both horrifying and heartbreakingly human. This standalone companion to "Gorgeous Gruesome Faces" dives into folklore, femininity, and monstrous love, all wrapped in blood, secrets, and a truly haunting setting. Thank you to the author and publisher for the book and my honest review. This...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/myth-monsters-and-motherhood-a-review-of-beautiful-brutal-bodies-by-linda-cheng</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690b4cf5fd9ea664b1e2464a</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:15:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_79e3c5158abe45e2b39c1350db973006~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thanks a Latte Giveaway Hop (Nov 1–15)]]></title><description><![CDATA[It’s time for another fabulous bookish hop — and this one’s brewing up all the cozy fall vibes! ☕ Welcome to the Thanks a Latte Giveaway Hop, hosted by MamatheFox  and Mom Does Reviews ! From November 1–15, dozens of bloggers are celebrating gratitude, good books, and great coffee (or tea, if that’s your vibe) with fun prizes and giveaways. I’m thankful for YOU — my readers, followers, and book-loving friends — so I’m giving away a $10 Amazon eGift Card  or choice of one of the books listed...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/thanks-a-latte-giveaway-hop-nov-1-15</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6902547b859180fba3241052</guid><category><![CDATA[Blog Hop Giveaways]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:21:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_f109d28be4f54b7a9ad33cc38673ef75~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_804,h_804,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["The Invasion" by Joanne Taylor: A Gritty Battle for Survival and Freedom in a Broken World]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've been following Charlotte and Anna through the chaos of The After Series, then book three, The Invasion , brings even higher stakes and tenser challenges. Joanne Taylor delivers another installment that balances action, survival, and emotional resilience—this time against a backdrop of national crisis and political unrest. Published by FriesenPress, and book tour sponsor is  iRead Book Tour , The Invasion  continues to explore life after collapse—but now, the danger isn’t just wild...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/the-invasion-by-joanne-taylor-a-gritty-battle-for-survival-and-freedom-in-a-broken-world</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fb970cb0bc17392b76b80d</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:24:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_3990d54fd6e244c290d5e21a3f1c2d7c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Magic, Monsters &#38; Mayhem: A Gritty Urban Fantasy with Bite "The Foxglove Pact" Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Foxglove Pact  by Sen Zhang, published by Spider Lily Books, throws readers headfirst into a gritty, monster-infested world where the line between the magical and mundane blurs in thrilling (and sometimes jarring) ways. This indie urban fantasy blends private eye noir with supernatural intrigue, delivering fast-paced action, fun character banter, and just enough romantic tension to keep sparks flying through the danger. Thank you to Sen Zhang for the book and my honest review. Be sure to...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/magic-monsters-mayhem-a-gritty-urban-fantasy-with-bite-the-foxglove-pact-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68fa9a4e3868a5b2a1ebf688</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 22:26:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_d0c42aaafc9844c795fcdd7dc58e43e5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tested by the Wild: "Survival" by Joanne Taylor is a Gritty and Gripping Middle Grade Adventure]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens when the world ends—and you're still standing? Joanne Taylor’s Survival , the second installment in The After Series , dives deep into this question with a thrilling, heartfelt, and at times harrowing exploration of what it means to endure when everything familiar is gone. Published by FriesenPress and book tour sponsored by iRead Book Tours , this middle-grade to young YA dystopian novel blends survival skills, emotional complexity, and fast-paced suspense. With no shortage of...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/tested-by-the-wild-survival-by-joanne-taylor-is-a-gritty-and-gripping-middle-grade-adventure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f8ed8017e22f98717577ef</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:00:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_3990d54fd6e244c290d5e21a3f1c2d7c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncovering Courage: A Heartfelt Dive into "The Cassette Tape Secret"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some books sneak up on you in the best way possible, and The Cassette Tape Secret  by Danielle Herzog is one of them. This middle grade mystery is a warm, thoughtful, and humorous story about finding your voice—even when it shakes—and learning to accept the parts of yourself you wish you could hide. Thank you to the author and Jolly Fish Press  for the book and my honest review. This book tour is sponsored by Toppling Stacks Tours.  Be sure to scroll down for my full review and enter the book...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/uncovering-courage-a-heartfelt-dive-into-the-cassette-tape-secret</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f64d2a76646ed86e475bd1</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:11:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_5c7f9b99a9cc431d840155572412dd44~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Truth, Twists &#38; a Touch of Magic: "Greta Ever After" Review + 5 Reasons to Read It]]></title><description><![CDATA[What do you get when you mix middle school mayhem, a mischievous magical clock, and a girl with big dreams of becoming a reporter? Melissa Dassori’s Greta Ever After  is a delightful middle-grade debut that blends just the right amount of whimsy with a heartfelt message about honesty, friendship, and growing up. Thank you to Christy Ottaviano Books  and Melissa Dassori's for including me on this tour and the book. This book tour is sponsored by Toppling Stacks Tours . Be sure to scroll down...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/truth-twists-a-touch-of-magic-greta-ever-after-review-5-reasons-to-read-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f417fba2a44301b29008b6</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Review]]></category><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 23:23:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_91050a6fe3374421b82ae3d9a4b26530~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the World Sinks and Memories Turn Deadly: Enter "The Tear Collector"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Something dark is lurking after the end of the world… and it might be closer than you think. ✨ I’m thrilled to be featuring  The Tear Collector   by R. M. Romero , a haunting and heartfelt middle-grade fantasy coming October 14, 2025,  from Little, Brown and Company  — and I’m joining this magical tour thanks to Toppling Stacks Tours !  In this post-apocalyptic world drowned by climate catastrophe, siblings Malka and Ezra cling to survival on the last known scrap of land. But when Ezra...]]></description><link>https://kimberlybartosch.wixsite.com/blog/post/when-the-world-sinks-and-memories-turn-deadly-enter-the-tear-collector</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68f25b01f07c0a1337b402be</guid><category><![CDATA[Book Spotlight]]></category><category><![CDATA[New Release]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:16:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cc452f_f2232c8d2f2d4600bf24b080b75b637b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kim Bartosch</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>