Logos & Mythos Blog

Welcome to the LOGOS & MYTHOS Blog! This is my virtual home for thoughts on reading, writing and all things literary. Get cozy, prop your feet up and sip some hot tea with me as I share my Indie Author journey. Subscribe below to receive each weekly post right in your inbox and check out this post for the story behind my unusual blog—and Press—name.

What Is a Book Club … and How Can It Benefit You?

What Is a Book Club … and How Can It Benefit You?

What is a Book Club? Now, this may seem like a simple question, especially for you. If you’re reading this post on my tiny little corner of the web, chances are pretty strong you’re a fairly avid reader who’s likely been involved in a book club at some point. Or one...

Hope’s Colours

Hope’s Colours

The following is a short story that will one day be part of a much larger series of books surrounding Elspeth, Shepherdess of the Fae. You can read a longer tale of Elspeth in The Crux Anthology as well as further short pieces surrounding other characters on...

Intentions for 2019

Intentions for 2019

Last week I took you through my reflections on the past year and included a recap of my last two Words of the Year. This week, I'm looking forward! Here is a quick overview of my intentions for 2019, beginning with my Word of the Year. 2019: PERSEVERANCE It is my goal...

Reflections on 2018

Reflections on 2018

        In a few days, it will be a whole new year—again. Each year goes by faster than the last, and that's why I think it is supremely important to reflect on the past year's accomplishments and failures and then look forward to new or updated...

Heart Within the Mountain

Heart Within the Mountain

Early morning's spectral breath crept through the open window. In its wake, a shudder rippled throughout the thistle-embroidered lace. As the icy phantom touch swept across the girl's sleeping form, she startled awake with a gasp. Eyes wide beneath disheveled dark red...

Writing with Purpose

Writing with Purpose

Writers care.Genuinely.These past few weeks I've been reminded just how caring and giving the writing community can be and how beautiful writing with purpose is.Sure, we've got the bad apples. Every bushel does. For the most part, though, when you stumble upon a mass...

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Joy E. Rancatore's books on Goodreads
Any Good Thing Any Good Thing
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ratings: 12 (avg rating 4.83)

The Crux Anthology The Crux Anthology
reviews: 8
ratings: 11 (avg rating 4.09)