I read Forest of a Thousand Lanterns recently because I am always in the mood for an Evil Queen story. So I was a little surprised by how much I disliked Xifeng and not in a hate to love way either. Or even in a well obviously she’s going to be the evil Queen way. … More What Makes an Evil Queen Tale Work?
Maybe anti-romantic is a little harsh. Not romantically inclined? Like a little bit of darkness in your love story (or a lot) such as it were? With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I thought I’d offer some ideas for books that have just the right amount to appeal to the person who likes a … More Romantic Books for the Anti-Romantic Reader
I’ve been getting into star charts and astrology, tarot cards and the like the past couple of months. What you believe in or want to take from that sort of thing is personal. I enjoy it and in some ways it helps me concentrate. So I thought I would look at the different signs, as … More Zodiac Signs Recommendations: Capricorn
I am in a very list making mood these days. I did one for people who want to try Science-Fiction and then was working on movies got to Clueless (which is of course a timeless Emma retelling) and thought… Retellings. The Best Ones I’d Recommend for People who want to give them a go! FYI while this … More 8 Retelling Recommendations to Try
*It’s possible that I’ve learned some of the wrong lessons from books. Regardless books always help me feel better in a pinch. This is inspired by Top Ten Tuesdays hosted by The Artsy Reader Girl. I am not all the big into Valentine’s Day or the most romantically inclined person overall but this is what came to … More 10 Love (and Life) Lessons I Took from Books
Heartless Author: Marissa Meyer Grade: A The origin story for the Queen of Hearts as told by Marissa Meyer! I really enjoyed Meyer’s Lunar Chronicles series and I always love Wonderland so this was one of my most anticipated books in 2016.
Top Ten Tuesday: Most Anticipated Upcoming Releases Top Ten Tuesday is hosted by The Broke and the Bookish & this one is about the books being released in the second half of the year that I am most excited for: Strange the Dreamer – September 27th Yeah, the synopsis doesn’t give away much on this one but I … More Top Ten Tuesday: My Most Anticipated Upcoming Releases