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Book Review: Wisteria, a Magical Romantasy Read that Will Have You Stressed Until the Final Page
I almost hurled this book across the room when I finished it, I was that upset, but then I read the epilogue, and Adalyn Grace redeemed herself.
Book Review: Howl’s Moving Castle, Your Next Cozy Fantasy Favorite
Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones is one of those books I’ve been embarrassed I haven’t read yet. I somehow missed reading it as a child.
Book Review: John Gwynne’s ‘The Fury of the Gods’ is an Epic Conclusion to the Bloodsworn Saga You Can’t Miss
You know that feeling when you’re a little scared to pick up the last book in a beloved series? It’s a tumble of emotions. You don’t want it to end, you’re excited, but worried—what if it lets you down?!
Storyteller Sessions: Meet Author Iolanda R. Santos, and her First Indie Novel, ‘The First of Their Kind’, a Romantasy
I’m thrilled to introduce you to an indie author who showed up in my inbox with an intriguing Romantasy book I think many in this community may love based on the description I read.
Book Review: Why ‘A Sorceress Comes to Call’ by T. Kingfisher is an Excellent, Dark, Creepy Fairytale Retelling to Pick Up for Fall
If dark and unhinged, but excellently written is your vibe, and you love fairytale retellings, then A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher might be for you.
Book Review: ‘For She is Wrath’ is a Fantastical Retelling of ‘The Count of Monte Cristo’ Perfect for Romantic Fantasy Lovers
I was sold the second I found out For She is Wrath by Emily Varga was a fantasy retelling of one of my favorite classics, The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas.
Meet the Author: Sariah Wilson, Author of Upcoming Romantasy Novel, ‘A Tribute of Fire’
Sariah Wilson tells us all about her upcoming Romantasy novel, A Tribute of Fire, her writing process, and the Star Wars hill she’ll die on…
Gentle Heroines in Fantasy Perfect for Gentle Souls: Novels with Soft Female Main Characters You’ll Adore
For those seeking FMCs a bit different from the norm of badass warrior assassins (don’t worry, we love those too!) we often see in fantasy.
Complimentary Bookish Tech Backgrounds + Wallpapers Fall 2024
Happy Fall, book lovers! After a few people messaged me asking if I was going to keep creating these bookish backgrounds, I decided to bring them back! Fall 2024 FREE bookish backgrounds are here!
The Second Annual, Ultimate Bookish Prime Big Deal Days Guide for Book Lovers in 2024
No sifting through pages and pages of Prime Big Deal Days deals. I’ve done all the hard work for you, and curated my second annual list below of all my favorite limited time deals for book lovers.
Show Review: ‘The Rings of Power’ Season Two, Ep 8: a Finale Leaving Us Wistful for the Next Season
So basically, it’s canon that Sauron is just a sad, emo boy with an unrequited love for Galadriel, so he decides to destroy Middle-earth instead…I’m kidding.
21+ of the Best Fantasy and Dark Academia Books to Read for an Ultimate Fantasy Fall TBR
While I am an avid fantasy reader all year round, there’s something about Fall that screams ‘fantasy’ vibes and dark academic halls, right?
Show Review: ‘The Rings of Power’ Season Two, Ep 7: Doomed to Die is the Most Epic Episode of the Season
Was there ever a more epic episode than this?! I am not recovered.
Book Review: A Man Called Ove, A Translated Character Study Masterpiece of Literary Fiction
You know when you start a book and within the first few pages, you have a gut feeling it’s going to be a five star (or at least close to) read? That’s immediately how I felt when I started, A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.
Show Review: ‘The Rings of Power’ Season Two, Ep 6: A Rushed Episode with Some Bright Points
This episode felt rushed again. Perhaps because they had scenes with almost every main actor, minus Elrond and Isildur (a crime!!!), but I once again didn’t feel like the story was propelled forward all that much.
Book Review: Looking for an Easy intro to Sci-Fi? Try Jessie Mihalik’s ‘Hunt the Stars’, a Sci-Fi Romance Novel
Sci-fi sometimes gets a bad rep, with people saying it’s too complicated or technical and boring. And yes, there are absolutely some that fit those descriptions, but I do think there’s some great starter sci-fi out there for those looking to get into the genre.
Show Review: ‘The Rings of Power’ Season Two, Ep 5: Tragedies Unfolding + Characters You Love to Hate
When I tell you this episode broke me…I’ve literally just finished watching and want to get my thoughts out while it’s all fresh in my mind.
Show Review: ‘The Rings of Power’ Season Two, Ep 4: an Episode Worthy of Tolkien’s Praise?
Was this my favorite episode so far this season even though barely anything actually happened? Possibly.
Book Review: Olivia Atwater’s ‘Half A Soul’ is the Perfect Whimsical Cozy Fantasy for Regency and Traditional Faerie Fans Alike
I don’t know why this makes sense, but if Pride & Prejudice, and Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell had a book baby, it would be Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater.
Join Our Epic Fantasy Buddy Read for Sept/Oct 2024: Experience The Bloodsworn Saga by John Gwynne
Ready to embark on an epic journey through John Gwynne’s Bloodsworn Saga? This is your chance to experience the thrill of a Norse-inspired fantasy...
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