Goddess in the Machine by Lora Beth Johnson (400 pages)
When Andra went into cryostasis, she expected to wake up with her family 100 years in the future. But in traumatizing fashion, Andra comes to in a strange world 1,000 years later.
November 2020
Holiday Gift Guide for Book Lovers: Bookishly Unique Gifts and Treats
The holidays are my absolute favourite time of the year! I love the whimsy and magic of the first snow (I live in Canada), the festive lights, the displays and colours! I also love our family tradition of heading out to
You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson (336 pages)
Liz Lighty’s plan to escape her small town comes crashing down when the financial aid she was counting on to attend the elite Pennington College unexpectedly falls through. But then she’s reminded of her high school’s scholarship for prom queen.
Self-Care Straight Talk from Dr. Tiffany D. Pogue
The phrase “multi-faceted” comes to mind when talking about Dr. Tiffany D. Pogue. Holistic life coach, educational consultant, public speaker — this Alabama native is at the forefront of the revolution in Black self-care, lighting the way with her insights
All The Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace (373 Pages)
In a realm of magical islands where people can choose what magic they practice, Princess Amora of Visidia has no choice but to prove her ability to wield the dangerous soul magic. But Amora doesn’t see this as a punishment,
Three Hearty And Delicious Fall Pie Recipes
What is the best American pie? I’m not talking about the series of movies released from 1999 — I’m talking about pie that comes with a golden pastry crust, a satisfying crunch when you cut into it, and a delicious
The Serpent King by Jeff Zentner (384 pages)
Dill has a lot on his plate. His father, a Pentecostal minister, believes that venomous snakes hold the key to salvation. He’s also made some horrific decisions, the fallout of which rests on Dill’s shoulders. As his family struggles to
Five Non-Horror YA Books for the Halloween Season
Halloween is nearly upon us! It’s that time of year where pumpkins are everywhere and candy and cider count as a meal. While I’ve always enjoyed this holiday, my reading doesn’t usually reflect the season. Because, you guessed it, I
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid (400 pages)
I first heard of author Taylor Jenkins Reid while reading her novel Daisy and the Six (which I also recommend), after it took over my social feed this past spring. After I was done, I Googled her other works and
6 Modern Thrillers To Read This Halloween + a Bonus!
More than ghosts. More than ghouls. More than bumps in the night. This Halloween, we’re sharing six modern thrillers and horrors that surpass the typical scary story. From killer siblings, to vengeful entities, to classic murder mysteries, these books will