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Hello! I'm Melony Teague

Thanks for popping in. Welcome. Do make yourself at home and have a look around. Grab a cup of something hot and hopefully caffeinated, and let me tell you a little bit about myself...
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What Makes You Laugh?

The funny thing about humor is that laughing at ourselves is a healthy practice. Nowadays, we need this more than ever. We can't take ourselves too seriously all the time. Yes, there are times when we must be serious, sit up, or rather stand up for something important, and I'm all for that. I am. In order to combat our culture's striving for perfection, I think we need to come to terms with the fact that perfection is elusive and unattainable and get on with being real and honest with ourselves. (I don't mean air out your dirty laundry for all the world to see, but we can let our humanity show a bit, and then tuck it back in when need be.)
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Everyone Has A Story To Tell

I firmly believe that everyone has a unique story to tell. Even you.
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ARE YOU A WRITER? Looking for inspiration? Look no further....
ARE YOU A WRITER? Looking for inspiration? Look no further....
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  • News and Updates

    About Melony Teague

    September 29, 2014 /

    Melony Teague is a Freelance Writer, Author and Columnist. “I was born in South Africa and stepped onto a plane to bring me to a new life in Toronto, Canada in 1999 and have not looked back. It took me 38 years to figure out what I wanted to be when I grow up. Now I love what I do and do what I love. I uncover stories hiding in plain view, but they are remarkable nonetheless. I believe that everyone has a story to tell…and sometimes truth really is stranger than fiction. These are the things I write about.”  Learn more  

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  • Book Review,  Historical Fiction

    Where the Road Bends by Rachel Fordham

    August 7, 2022 /

    My Review I could just imagine this book made into a stunning movie. (Yes I know the book is mostly always better than the movie, but still!) Rachel Fordham writes in such a vivid way that I could almost smell the scents in this book – the dust of the land, the freshly baked goods from the bakery and so much more. Norah is a strong character who faces her fears and overcomes them. Quincy, oh, dear Quincy. Sometimes I wanted to pat him on the shoulder and give him some advice. But all the while, I’m turning the pages to see what he’ll do. The man has heart, that’s…

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  • Book Review,  Contemporary Fiction

    All That It Takes by Nicole Deese

    August 7, 2022 /

    What a fantastic conclusion! Here’s my review:   MY REVIEW It’s taken me a while to be ready to attempt to put into words what I thought of this book. Another book hangover kind of read – in a really good way. The first book, All That Really Matters, was special right from the start, and Pastor Miles McKenzie’s story in All That it Takes is the PERFECT follow-on. I’m so happy we get to read more about Val’s backstory as she was a supporting character. Molly McKenzie’s from All That Really Matters also features in All That it Takes. Yay! Miles is, of course, Molly’s sister.  All That it…

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  • Book Review,  Contemporary Fiction

    The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs Kip by Sara Brunsvold

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    MY REVIEW This book was nothing like I’ve ever read before. Partly because of my recent experiences with my mother-in-law’s last days before she passed, making this a bittersweet read for me, and because of how well this story is told and so unabashedly honest about imminent death and what it’s like, the beauty and the ashes. I absolutely loved these characters, of which Mrs. Kip wins the trophy for spunk and resilience. Aidyn Kelly’s character development in this story is so relatable and honest. I love how these two worlds collide. I thoroughly enjoyed how this tender story unfolds. It’s raw and honest and dignified. Highly recommended. The book…

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  • Book Review,  Contemporary Fiction

    The Record Keeper by Charles Martin

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    MY REVIEW I admit it. I had a severe book hangover with this book, as I do with all of Charles Martin’s books. This man is a genius and the conclusion to this trilogy was no different. This trilogy is a collection of books that are by no means fluff and giggles. They cut to the heart of the matter. Murphy Shepherd and his mentor, Bones are compelling, gritty characters that take us on a journey of courage and hope. These books address the hard truths of human trafficking and essentially the battle for redemption. The idea that leaving the 99 to go rescue the one is always worth it.…

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    The Element of Love by Mary Connealy

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    I’m excited to begin the Lumber Baron’s Daughters, book one. Here’s my review:   MY REVIEW The Stiles sisters and their mother are a force to be reckoned with. This story jumps right into action and keeps going until the last satisfying page. This book is the story of all three sisters, but mainly, we get to know the chemistry and science-loving Laura Stiles in The Element of Love. The sisters run from an abusive stepfather who is determined to marry them off for his own gain. Shudder, he is a nasty piece of work. Fall in love with this cast of characters and enjoy the quirky sisters who rattle…

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    Authentically Izzy by Pepper Basham

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    Heads up, book gush incoming! MY REVIEW I have long been a fan of Pepper Basham’s romances, but this one is my all-time new favorite of hers. Drop everything, clear your schedule and get it now! (Okay well, pre-order it until November) Let me tell you why: This epistolary novel is full of swoony romance, heartache, self-realization, and literary, authentic bookish fun – not necessarily in that order. Family is a big thing in this book and both Brodie and Izzy’s families are quirky and adorable, with the obligatory difficult…er…misunderstood family member. This book will have you laughing out loud, sighing with happiness, and occasionally yelling at a character to…

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    This is the first Kelli Stuart book I’ve read. Here is my review: MY REVIEW I love a dual timeline story and The Master Craftsman did not disappoint. I also love it when a book transports me to a time and place that I didn’t know I needed to learn more about. Getting to know about the history of the house of Fabergé in the pages of The Master Craftsman was interesting and satisfying. The characters, both in the historical timeline and in the present-day timeline were fascinating and engaging. Although they all had obstacles to overcome, the culture and atmosphere of the day came through vividly. I had a…

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    More Than My Scars by Kechi Okwuchi

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    MY REVIEW I had not heard about Kechi Okwuchi before I read this book. I hadn’t heard about the plane crash or the circumstances surrounding it, nor had I seen her on America’s got Talent, so it was with a clean slate that I began reading this book and wow, Kechi’s story blew me away. I’m glad I read the book before going to search the videos of her AGT appearances. Not only is More Than My Scars the journey of healing for Kechi as a severely burned victim, but her road to survival and recovery both in body, mind and spirit. Her faith journey is relatable and real. I…

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    Wowza! This book packs a punch. Here is my review. MY REVIEW When a Very Disappointed Reader sends her a letter, Kendra Brennan, a novelist moves to Hidden Lake to do something about how the letter has affected her. This book and the story are intertwined through friendships and relationships that span three generations. Tragedy and triumph are at a tug of war as the story behind these characters, both in her novel and in real life are revealed and the story unravels. Bartels is a master at giving us just enough information to keep us wanting more with each page, I could not put this book down. Touching on…

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  • Contemporary Fiction

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About

Melony Teague is a freelance writer who believes everyone has a story to tell.  As co-author of As the Ink Flows, she loves to inspire and motivate others through her written words. She writes Contemporary Romance with a dash of humor. Her debut, A Promise to Keep is out now. Teague is a member of ACFW. She has never met a Starbucks she didn’t love and has been known to eat vegetables for breakfast—well, pumpkin pie—same thing. Melony was born in South Africa and now lives in Toronto with her husband, their two teenagers, and two cats.

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