Say what you want about the romance, but these books are overwhelmingly written by and for women, where women’s desires are given center stage. And increasingly they are inclusive, smart, savvy, and sexy! So, allow me to cue up a stack of steamy(ish) novels fit for a ravenous binge. Bon Appetit!
Read MoreLove love? Love horror? I know that at first glance, horror and romance seem like strange bedfellows. Whether your ideal lover is a sinister killer or you swoon at the thought of a heroic honey, here are some must-read horror romance books! Something here to fill any of your fantasy’s. It’s okay, I won’t tell…
Read MoreFirst word. First kiss. First love. First heartbreak. The list of milestones measured by firsts in our lives is never-ending. Unsurprisingly, the benchmarks that are most memorable for me are of the bookish kind. First book read on my own. First trip to the library. First library book never returned (oops). First book bought with my own money. First book read in secret, hidden from the prying eyes of parents. First book that kept me up all night. First book that made me snotty cry. At a certain age, you might believe that the firsts are behind you, that’s why I love seeking out debut novels. It’s keeping this reader young at heart!
Read MoreLooking for a great read to give as a gift over the Holiday season? I’ve got you! Gathered for you here are selections tailored to a multitude of inclinations, fixations and fancies. If you want to give me a gift, hire me for this job! A professional book shopper…I’d almost do it for free!
Read MoreThere is something about reading a microhistory, a book that is laser focused on just one subject, that makes me a little giddy. Apologies, sometimes it's impossible to tamp down my inner nerd. Looking for tales of the toilet, backstories about butts, portraits of pockets, snippets about sugar...here you'll find deep dives into niche subjects you didn't know you were interested in! Reading should always be this fun!
Read MoreMost readers live in their head, at least a little bit. The most fun I have had there is playing with the characters brought to masterful life by Stephen King. There is no malevolent evil or naive heroic plan I wouldn't chase headlong into the darkness. Join me won't you. If you dare...
Read MoreI was one of those nerds who loved back to school, but if I had to attend one the houses of higher learning depicted in these Dark Academia books, I probably would have dropped out. Possibly as I ran for the exit while screaming my head off! More likely, I would have fully embraced it! What can I say, I'm complex...
Read MoreFull disclosure, I have never been one of those people. You know, the cool ones. The ones who captured the attention of others like moths to a flame, the ones whose every utterance is brilliant and witty, the ones whose boldness leaves us breathless. You might not agree with some of my more edgy, dare I say, evil choices, but you can’t deny they have that thing. You know what I’m talking about.
Read MoreIn almost every fantasy, sci-fi or speculative novel, you are rendering a world that readers want to escape to, a cover to open into a place they are choosing to lose theirselves in, a place that will allow them to escape whatever real time struggles they may be experiencing. It must be a nuanced and rich universe that will ensure pages get turned and that is no small amount of work! Check out what these authors have to layer in…
Read MoreAs an accompaniment to my new Feature The Grimm Reader, I thought I would share the embarrassment of riches that makes up all the niche horror genres out there. Including the key themes and the tone of each style. Should you choose to brave a deeper dive into potential reads included in the feature, you might want to sleep with the lights on…
Read MoreMost of my friends get excited about summer for the pools, the patios and the people watching. Me, I can’t wait for all the amazing books that are coming my way! I have culled through dozens and dozens of titles and curated a list that is sure to please! Happy Reading & Happy Summer!
Read MoreI have serious commitment issues. Shocking, I know. Given my lifelong love of reading, one could be forgiven for thinking I was up for anything. But just thinking about a book series makes me tired, so this list dedicated to my limitations. So for anyone looking for just a bit more than one, three might be your number too!
Read MoreWarm up your inner Armchair Traveler and prepare to see what’s not been seen, meet new friends from different cultures and have your mind expanded beyond your own front door. All from the page of course!
Read MoreSo, in other words…my people! Rejoice fellow consumers of content created in the book world, have I got a book list for you! Set in libraries, bookstores and even book mobiles (remember those!?!). Some with magic, mystery or even horror. Whatever your imagination could come up with, these reads will not disappoint.
Read MoreI love nothing more than to embrace tales told time an again with new voices. Where talented authors capture something unique and layer it into a foundation familiar to us. It’s a special kind of literary magic. So open the door and take a peak at reimagined heroes and villains. I’ve made it easy for you!
Read MoreEvery book related website, whether curated by professional writers, publishers or booklovers, is awash in some variation of "100(ish) Books To Read Before You Die". After perusing many of these lists, I can say with confidence that they are heavily redundant, somewhat elitist, and likely comparable to the most boring assignment you have gotten since high school. Surely there must be a better list of books I can recommend you keep company with in your dying days. So, here goes!
Read MoreWith the rise of popularity of story’s that fall within this once niche genre, I thought it would be fun to share what are considered the key ingredients that go into writing one. This is one of my favourite genres, and with it expanding like a beautiful shadow in the literary world, I am excited to see where it takes us!
Read MoreI prefer my characters with an edge, with deep complexities, especially those of the the female persuasion. Maybe because I am one. Whatever peril they might be facing, I want them to be trying to liberate themselves from what society expects of them. And it that means they are deeply flawed or unlikable, I'm there for it. Here I have gathered for you some of my favourites…enjoy!
Read MoreIf you’ve spent time pursuing my website, you might expect from the title of this post that something nefarious is looming. A guest will be poisoned, ghosts will be in attendance or maybe a deadly game will be played. I can’t tell you that none of that will happen. We can only dream…
Read MoreI have noticed something among my friends. Whenever I start yammering on about my love of reading and how essential I believe books are, their eyes start to glaze over. I mean I listen to them drone on about their interests, so don't I deserve my turn? Well I figure you are a captive audience so keep reading!
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