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Book Review: “Playing Flirty” by Shameez Patel
When a book is described as ‘the nerdiest book in the best way’, then its definitely got my attention. That’s… Read More
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Book Review: “These Summer Storms” by Sarah MacLean
Welcome to one of my most enjoyable books of 2025 thus far. I’ve loved Sarah MacLean’s books for quite some… Read More
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Book Review: “Say You’ll Remember Me” by Abby Jimenez
Once again, we return to the pages of Abby Jimenez to get our hearts smashed and healed all at the… Read More
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Book Review: “Once Upon A K-Prom” by Kat Cho
I love K-Pop and one of the ways I got sucked in was reading a K-Pop YA Romance. So, I… Read More
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Book Review: “Silver Elite” by Dani Francis
Welcome to another edition of #BooktokMadeMeDoIt…. Sort of. I got an ARC of Silver Elite by Dani Francis at New… Read More
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Book Review: “The Buffalo Hunter Hunter” by Stephen Graham Jones
If you’ve been around here for a minute, you can probably tell that horror is not my jam. Horror reviews… Read More
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Book Review: “The Romance Rivalry” by Susan Lee
I’ve been a fan of Susan Lee since the moment I met her, almost a full year before her first… Read More
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Book Review: “The Thrashers” by Julie Soto
When Wednesday Books announced that they’d be giving out ARC copies of Julie Soto’s YA Thriller debut, The Thrashers, at… Read More
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Book Review: “What Happens in Amsterdam” by Rachel Lynn Solomon
Rachel Lynn Solomon is one of those authors that’s hit or meh for me, mainly because her lead characters tend… Read More
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Book Review: “Icebreaker” by Hannah Grace
Welcome to another edition of ‘Bookstagram made me do it’. Well, sort of. Icebreaker by Hannah Grace has been all… Read More
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Book Review: “Great Big Beautiful Life” by Emily Henry
If there’s a list of authors who don’t really need early reviews to be a bestseller, Emily Henry is on… Read More
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Book Review: “The Queens of Crime” by Marie Benedict
For as much of a bookaholic as I am, I had never heard of Dorothy Sayers until picking up The… Read More
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Comic Con Review: C2E2 2025
Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, better known as C2E2, rolled into McCormick Place April 11-13th, and packed some big names… Read More
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Book Review: “For One Night Only” by Jessica James
As a delulu and slightly feral K-pop fan, I natually love a good celebrity romance novel. While that interest leans… Read More
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Book Review: “All The Stars Align” by Gretchen Schreiber
Some books get lucky with their marketing team, and end up with a great tagline. Gretchen Schreiber’s sophomore novel is… Read More
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Indiana Comic Convention 2025 Review
In the interest of transparency, this review could be construed as a little bit biased since I was more involved… Read More
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Book Review: “The Favorites” by Layne Fargo
While moderating a panel at C2E2, Layne Fargo said her next book was Wuthering Heights meets ice dance, and I… Read More
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Emerald City Comic Con 2025 Review
Emerald City Comic Con rolled out of downtown Seattle after four days of panels, celebrities, shopping, and shenanigans. Here’s a… Read More
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Book Review: “Temple of Swoon” by Jo Segura
2025 is jam-packed with great book releases, and one I was excited for in January was Temple of Swoon by… Read More
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Book Review: “Dream Girl Drama” by Tessa Bailey
Tessa Bailey’s dalliance into sports romance is now in it’s third installment as the Big Shots series rolls forward. This… Read More
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Book Review: “Ace Marvel Spy” by Jenni L. Walsh
Sometimes, I get a book pitch that sounds like it’s absolutely perfect for me. Sports, comics, and World War II… Read More
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Book Review: “The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy” by Megan Bannen
Every once in a while, I come across a book that simultaneously delights me and is a challenge to describe.… Read More
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Book Review: “The Glass Girl” by Kathleen Glasgow
Kathleen Glasgow is one of those authors who really saw a big boost from the rise of Booktok and the… Read More
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Book Review: “Deep End” by Ali Hazelwood
Ali Hazelwood has been branching out lately, including her YA debut Check and Mate and her paranormal romance Bride, so… Read More
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Book Review: “Celebrity Crush” by Christy Swift
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: word of mouth is one of the best ways to find… Read More
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Preview: Emerald City Comic Con 2025
Nerds are taking over Seattle Convention Center March 6-8, 2025. Here are some highlights and things to know before you… Read More
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Preview: Indiana Comic Convention 2025
Indiana Comic Convention is shaping up for a solid showing in 2025. This year’s convention will run March 14-16th at… Read More
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Preview: Planet Comicon Kansas City 2025
The comic con that first made me fall in love with cons is bringing a lineup full of fun and… Read More
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What to pack for a comic con
You’ve got your tickets and now it’s almost go-time for your comic con of choice. That means it’s time to… Read More
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How to prepare for a comic con: a guide for beginners
So, you want to go to a comic con. Congratulations on chosing joy! I get a lot of questions about… Read More
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