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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 39m

The 2025 Fiction Cover Design Awards (CCDAs) Short List

The Short List of the CCDAs for Fiction is here! Check out some of these great Cover Designs, and good luck to the authors as we move to the next round!

The 2025 Fiction Cover Design Awards (CCDAs) Short List

The Short List of the CCDAs for Fiction is here! Check out some of these great Cover Designs, and good luck to the authors as we move to the next round!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 2h

Banned Books Week Celebrates Two Pillars of a Free Society: The Freedom of Expression and the Freedom to Read

Banned Books Week (October 5-11) highlights the importance American's fundamental right to free expression and the freedom to read.

Banned Books Week Celebrates Two Pillars of a Free Society: The Freedom of Expression and the Freedom to Read

Banned Books Week (October 5-11) highlights the importance American's fundamental right to free expression and the freedom to read.

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 2h

The 2025 Non-Fiction Cover Design Awards (CCDAs) Short List

The Short List for the CCDAs in Non-Fiction are already here! Next up in this cover design division is straight to the Finalist list! Good luck!

The 2025 Non-Fiction Cover Design Awards (CCDAs) Short List

The Short List for the CCDAs in Non-Fiction are already here! Next up in this cover design division is straight to the Finalist list! Good luck!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 1d

The 2024 Chatelaine First Place Round Up for Romance Fiction!

We're here to celebrate the First Place Winners from the 2024 Chatelaine Awards for Romance Fiction! Don't let love pass you by this fall, and check out one of these great books today!

The 2024 Chatelaine First Place Round Up for Romance Fiction!

We're here to celebrate the First Place Winners from the 2024 Chatelaine Awards for Romance Fiction! Don't let love pass you by this fall, and check out one of these great books today!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 1d

A PAWN’S GAME by Julie Lomax – Psychological Thriller, Serial Killer Thriller, Suspense

David, unwilling to confront his own problems, is pulled into A Pawn's Game. A serial killer threatens all he loves, and only daring, risky moves can save him. Highly recommended!

A PAWN’S GAME by Julie Lomax – Psychological Thriller, Serial Killer Thriller, Suspense

David, unwilling to confront his own problems, is pulled into A Pawn's Game. A serial killer threatens all he loves, and only daring, risky moves can save him. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 2d

The 2025 Hemingway Long List for Contemporary Wartime Fiction

The Long List for the 2025 Hemingway Awards for Contemporary Wartime Fiction is here! This division was a must-have after so much quality material came into the Goethe Awards!

The 2025 Hemingway Long List for Contemporary Wartime Fiction

The Long List for the 2025 Hemingway Awards for Contemporary Wartime Fiction is here! This division was a must-have after so much quality material came into the Goethe Awards!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 2d

The 2025 Goethe Long List for Late Historical Fiction

One of the most competitive Chanticleer Divisions, the Goethe Awards features Late Historical Fiction from around the world. Good luck to these Long Listers!

The 2025 Goethe Long List for Late Historical Fiction

One of the most competitive Chanticleer Divisions, the Goethe Awards features Late Historical Fiction from around the world. Good luck to these Long Listers!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 3d

The 2025 Chatelaine Spotlight for Romance Fiction

As the CIBAs come to a close, we're delighted to spotlight the Chatelaine Awards for Romance Fiction, one of the bestselling genres on the market!

The 2025 Chatelaine Spotlight for Romance Fiction

As the CIBAs come to a close, we're delighted to spotlight the Chatelaine Awards for Romance Fiction, one of the bestselling genres on the market!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 3d

NAKED In The NOW by Marijke McCandless – Personal Transformation, Meditation, Mindfulness

Marijke McCandles guides readers in being Naked in the Now, uncovering their true desires through both personal philosophy and intentional meditative practice. Highly recommended!

NAKED In The NOW by Marijke McCandless – Personal Transformation, Meditation, Mindfulness

Marijke McCandles guides readers in being Naked in the Now, uncovering their true desires through both personal philosophy and intentional meditative practice. Highly recommended!

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Dark Forest Press LLC @darkforestpressllc.bsky.social · 21d

'Fitting for its chosen pantheon of myth–and especially its particular namesake–The Mourning Fields illustrates many facets of desire.' – @chantireviews.com

The Mourning Fields by David Beaumier comes out next week!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 7d

The 2025 Laramie Long List for Americana Fiction

Join us in the Historical Old West and celebrate the 2025 Laramie Long List for Americana Fiction! Congratulations to these authors for making the first cut!

The 2025 Laramie Long List for Americana Fiction

Join us in the Historical Old West and celebrate the 2025 Laramie Long List for Americana Fiction! Congratulations to these authors for making the first cut!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 7d

The 2025 Chaucer Long List for Early Historical Fiction

The First of the Historical Divisions is here with the 2025 Chaucer Long List for Early Historical Fiction! Get ready to be taken back in time!

The 2025 Chaucer Long List for Early Historical Fiction

The First of the Historical Divisions is here with the 2025 Chaucer Long List for Early Historical Fiction! Get ready to be taken back in time!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 8d

RALPHY’S RULES For LIVING The GOOD LIFE by Talar Herculian Coursey – Children’s Animal Stories, Children’s Self-Esteem Books, Picture Books

Joey the squirrel thinks negatively about himself, but Ralphy's Rules for Living the Good Life teach him to see both himself and others with kindness. Highly…

RALPHY’S RULES For LIVING The GOOD LIFE by Talar Herculian Coursey – Children’s Animal Stories, Children’s Self-Esteem Books, Picture Books

Joey the squirrel thinks negatively about himself, but Ralphy's Rules for Living the Good Life teach him to see both himself and others with kindness. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 10d

A PLACE CALLED HOME by Nora G. Ho, Illustrated by Marlon at GetYourBookIllustrations – Picture Books, Children’s Animal Stories, Children’s Cat Stories

Kitten wanders from his cozy barn into the wide and wild woods, searching for A Place Called Home. On his journey, he learns about all sorts of…

A PLACE CALLED HOME by Nora G. Ho, Illustrated by Marlon at GetYourBookIllustrations – Picture Books, Children’s Animal Stories, Children’s Cat Stories

Kitten wanders from his cozy barn into the wide and wild woods, searching for A Place Called Home. On his journey, he learns about all sorts of other animals. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 12d

The 2025 Mind and Spirit Hall of Fame for Mindfulness and Enlightenment

These are the best of the best in the Mind & Spirit Awards! Whether you're looking for the best way to connect with your creative self, or connect with other people, we have a book for you!

The 2025 Mind and Spirit Hall of Fame for Mindfulness and Enlightenment

These are the best of the best in the Mind & Spirit Awards! Whether you're looking for the best way to connect with your creative self, or connect with other people, we have a book for you!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 13d

The 2025 I&I Hall of Fame for Instruction & Insight

It is our great pleasure to celebrate these 5 Grand Prize Winners that have made the I&I Hall of Fame! Whatever Instruction and Insight you need, these How-To Guides and Manuals have the answers!

The 2025 I&I Hall of Fame for Instruction & Insight

It is our great pleasure to celebrate these 5 Grand Prize Winners that have made the I&I Hall of Fame! Whatever Instruction and Insight you need, these How-To Guides and Manuals have the answers!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 14d

The 2025 Hearten Long List for Uplifting and Inspiring Non-Fiction

The 2025 Hearten Long List is here! Find your next non-fiction read that will uplift and inspire your life as the days get shorter!

The 2025 Hearten Long List for Uplifting and Inspiring Non-Fiction

The 2025 Hearten Long List is here! Find your next non-fiction read that will uplift and inspire your life as the days get shorter!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 14d

The 2025 Journey Long List for Non-Fiction Overcoming Adversity

Continuing the lists of 2025 we have the Journey Awards for Overcoming Adversity. Congratulations to these authors, and thank you for sharing your stories!

The 2025 Journey Long List for Non-Fiction Overcoming Adversity

Continuing the lists of 2025 we have the Journey Awards for Overcoming Adversity. Congratulations to these authors, and thank you for sharing your stories!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 15d

The Mind & Spirit 2024 First Place Roundup for Spirituality and Enlightenment

Congratulations once more to the First Place Winners of the 2024 Mind & Spirit Book Awards! Do you have a spiritual self-help or book on enlightenment you'd like to share with us? We'd love to see it!

The Mind & Spirit 2024 First Place Roundup for Spirituality and Enlightenment

Congratulations once more to the First Place Winners of the 2024 Mind & Spirit Book Awards! Do you have a spiritual self-help or book on enlightenment you'd like to share with us? We'd love to see it!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 15d

The 2024 I&I First Place Round Up for How-To and Self Help Guides

We're celebrating the First Place Winners of 2024 once more! Thank you to these I&I Winners for their insightful guides and instructions for better living!

The 2024 I&I First Place Round Up for How-To and Self Help Guides

We're celebrating the First Place Winners of 2024 once more! Thank you to these I&I Winners for their insightful guides and instructions for better living!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 15d

ENEMIES DOMESTIC: Lark Chadwick Mysteries Book 6 by John DeDakis – Political Thrillers, Suspense Thrillers, Mystery

Lark Chadwick faces Enemies Domestic as White House press secretary. In a world built of deception, she weighs the value of truth—personal and political alike. Highly recommended!

ENEMIES DOMESTIC: Lark Chadwick Mysteries Book 6 by John DeDakis – Political Thrillers, Suspense Thrillers, Mystery

Lark Chadwick faces Enemies Domestic as White House press secretary. In a world built of deception, she weighs the value of truth—personal and political alike. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 16d

7 days Left! Book Awards for Young Readers Close at the End of September!

One week left for the September divisions of the Chanticleer Int'l Book Awards! Don't miss out on the chance for your YA, Middle Grade, or Early Reader to become a Winner!

7 days Left! Book Awards for Young Readers Close at the End of September!

One week left for the September divisions of the Chanticleer Int'l Book Awards! Don't miss out on the chance for your YA, Middle Grade, or Early Reader to become a Winner!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 17d

RALPHY’S RULES For FEELINGS by Talar Herculian Coursey and Riley Herculian Coursey, illustrated by Meri Andreasyan – Picture Books, Children’s Educational Books, Children’s Emotion Books

Ralphy's Rules for Feelings teaches kids to recognize, accept, and guide their emotions. Young readers learn…

RALPHY’S RULES For FEELINGS by Talar Herculian Coursey and Riley Herculian Coursey, illustrated by Meri Andreasyan – Picture Books, Children’s Educational Books, Children’s Emotion Books

Ralphy's Rules for Feelings teaches kids to recognize, accept, and guide their emotions. Young readers learn with the characters on their first day of school. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 20d

THE MOURNING FIELDS by David Beaumier – Short Story Collection, Contemporary Relationships, Greek Myths

From homage to magical realism, The Mourning Fields combines Ancient Greek myths and modern life into intimate stories of desire, trauma, and self-deception. Highly recommended!

THE MOURNING FIELDS by David Beaumier – Short Story Collection, Contemporary Relationships, Greek Myths

From homage to magical realism, The Mourning Fields combines Ancient Greek myths and modern life into intimate stories of desire, trauma, and self-deception. Highly recommended!

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Chanticleer Book Reviews @chantireviews.com · 22d

SHE WHO RIDES HORSES: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe Book One by Sarah V. Barnes – Historical Fiction, Ancient World, Horse Fiction

Naya seeks connection with the horses of the ancient steppe. Through mortal injury and a winter with strangers, Naya pushes on to become She Who Rides Horses. Highly…

SHE WHO RIDES HORSES: A Saga of the Ancient Steppe Book One by Sarah V. Barnes – Historical Fiction, Ancient World, Horse Fiction

Naya seeks connection with the horses of the ancient steppe. Through mortal injury and a winter with strangers, Naya pushes on to become She Who Rides Horses. Highly recommended!

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