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Creator of Word Wilderness.
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Top 10 Female Authors on My TBR

I tend to shy away from posts about my TBR because I’m a hopeless mood reader, and can leave books on my TBR for months to years. But today I’ll make an exception to talk about the top 10 female authors on my TBR and why I’m excited to read their books.

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Posted in Features Interviews

Interview With Travis Baldree, Author of Legends & Lattes

I recently had a chance to host an interview with Travis Baldree on his debut novel, Legends & Lattes, a… read more Interview With Travis Baldree, Author of Legends & Lattes

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Review: Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree

Today I’m delighted to share a review of the most unconventional fantasy book I’ve ever read: Legends and Lattes. What… read more Review: Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree

Things They Buried by Amanda K. King and Michael R. Swanson
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Book Reviews: 2 Books That Didn’t Work For Me

I have a hard time admitting to myself when I don’t like a book. I’ll make excuses like “I’m just not in the mood”, “It’ll get better”, “I just have to try harder to understand the ‘deeper meaning'”. While all of these statements might occasionally be true, I also have to get better at admitting when a book just doesn’t capture my attention. With that in mind, here are two books that didn’t work for me.

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A Comparison of Goodreads vs. The StoryGraph

When I first heard about The StoryGraph I was ecstatic. Goodreads never really worked for me. It was ugly and felt like a chore to keep organized. Finally, I had a new platform with built-in statistics and filters to help me track my reading without all the hassle.

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Review: Jade City by Fonda Lee

Jade City by Fonda Lee is an urban fantasy about love, family, betrayal, and revenge. It was hands down one of the most immersive and exciting books I’ve ever read.

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New Year’s Resolutions: Mid Year Progress Check

Dear Readers,Believe it or not, we’ve reached the halfway mark of 2021! This year is definitely speeding by faster than… read more New Year’s Resolutions: Mid Year Progress Check

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Review: A Curse of Roses by Diana Pinguicha

I came across A Curse of Roses in December while reading an author interview at The Quiet Pond. I hadn’t… read more Review: A Curse of Roses by Diana Pinguicha

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Review: Of Honey and Wildfires by Sarah Chorn

Of Honey and Wildfires by Sarah Chorn was one of 50 books I added to my list of queer fantasy… read more Review: Of Honey and Wildfires by Sarah Chorn

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Review: Meet Cute Diary by Emery Lee

I ended up reviewing this book later than I expected, but it worked out well because Meet Cute Diary by… read more Review: Meet Cute Diary by Emery Lee

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My YA Summer

Hello Readers,I’m delighted to announce that I’ll be partnering with Jorie at Jorie Loves A Story for a new blogging… read more My YA Summer

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50 Fantasy Books With Queer Main Characters

Happy Pride Month Readers!One of the biggest changes to my reading habits since I started blogging has been the addition… read more 50 Fantasy Books With Queer Main Characters

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Wyrd and Wonder 2021: Wrap-Up

Hello Readers,The past month flew by and before I knew it, we’d come to the end of my second year… read more Wyrd and Wonder 2021: Wrap-Up

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The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #4

Dear Readers,Technically it’s June now and Wyrd and Wonder over, but deadlines never were my strong suit. Welcome to the… read more The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #4

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The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #3

Hello Readers,I’ve just finished chapters 24-35 of The Bone Shard Daughter and first of all: *SCREAMS*!!! If you haven’t picked… read more The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #3

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Wyrd and Wonder Tag: Books That I Have Yet to Read

Hello Readers,Welcome to my shame post. Today I’m making a list of all the books I said I’d read, but… read more Wyrd and Wonder Tag: Books That I Have Yet to Read

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The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #2

Hello Readers,I’m a bit behind on The Bone Shard Daughter read-along posts this week, but I’m loving the book so… read more The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #2

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TV Review: Shadow and Bone Netflix Adaption

Dear Readers,Like many fantasy fans, I was thrilled when I found out about the Shadow and Bone Netflix adaption. I… read more TV Review: Shadow and Bone Netflix Adaption

An Ember in the Ashes Series by Sabaa Tahir, books 1-3
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Review: An Ember in the Ashes Series by Sabaa Tahir

Hello Readers,I’ve been meaning to write a review for An Ember in the Ashes ever since I reread it last… read more Review: An Ember in the Ashes Series by Sabaa Tahir

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The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #1

Hello Readers!This month I’m participating in The Bone Shard Daughter read-along for Wyrd and Wonder. This week’s questions were written… read more The Bone Shard Daughter Read-Along Week #1